Our Perspective
Here are a few perspectives that guide our work:
People are more conscious of design than ever before. Whatever the service or product, whatever the consumption or value, an intangible context surrounds all interactions. Successful businesses realize that they offer designed experiences, regardless of service or product, and invest the necessary resources to enhance both. People are not only more conscious of design, they are hungry for images, themes and experiences that satisfy them on many levels: aesthetic, pragmatic, ideological, cultural. They are hungry for "good" design.
Good Design is not just about pretty. Good design solves problems, conveys messages and delivers meaning. Good design makes a difference, and certainly can do so from a bottom-line business perspective. Ultimately, our clients partner with us so they can better compete with better design. As Kun-Hee Lee, Chairman and CEO of Samsung states, "Design is the single most critical factor in determining the ultimate winner of the 21st century."
Design is about connecting. Working with our clients, we emphasize a thorough, deeply considerate research process with an emphasis on learning and listening. At the same time, we center the process on audiences and contexts. We design for real people, not demographic targets. We understand that real people are looking for something more and guide our clients, processes and designs in creating greater tangible value for all.
Sensory experiences shape thoughts and feelings. Our design process is underscored by an understanding of human nature. People are at once intellectual and emotional; our behaviors, rational and irrational; our decisions, pragmatic and intuitive. Consequently, we design to pique the mind and engage the heart.
Learn more about our range of services or view our portfolio of work. Interested in working with us? Schedule a consultation time or complete our online RFP form.
Recent Posts
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Posted: 06/15/2008
Cut & Paste: The 2008 Greeting Card Competition, AIGA Knoxville
As many of you may know, Designsensory is a proud and active member of our local chapter of the AIGA, the professional association of design. Given that Alison and I both serve on the Knoxville...
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Posted: 06/15/2008
From Abingdon, Virginia with Love
Several weeks ago we had the pleasure of taking a quick trip to Abingdon, Virginia. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Highland region in Southwest Virginia and steeped in Old World tradition, Abingdon succeeds in transporting...
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Posted: 06/15/2008
Work Honored by Graphic Design USA
Just a few days ago the mailman brought a little dose of love in the form of a good ole catalog envelope. There was nothing special about the envelope except for what was inside---five awards...
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Posted: 06/15/2008
A taste of our own medicine: Designing one's own Identity
Why is it so difficult todesignand develop your own identity system, print collateral and web site? Besides the time and personnel commitment, many design and web development agencies often struggle to capture the essence of...

