A small studio with a clear point of view. We bring strategy, design, and VISION together to help ambitious teams build brands that feel confident, considered, and built to last.

About Us

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OUR STORY

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OUR STORY

Where it started

Our approach is rooted in clarity, consistency, and craftsmanship — delivering measurable results across every project we build.®

What began as a shared obsession with thoughtful design grew into a studio built around collaboration, curiosity, and doing things with intention. We wanted to create work that looked considered, but more importantly, worked for the people using it.

Today, we partner with ambitious teams to turn complex ideas into clear brands and digital experiences. Different projects bring different challenges, but our approach remains the same — understand deeply, simplify thoughtfully, and craft every detail with purpose.

From first conversations to final launch, we stay close to the work, the people, and the reason behind every decision.

The Cerno team seated in front of a brick wall
Two people with a small white dog at a table in a park
Two people with a small white dog at a table in a park

From first conversations to final launch, we stay close to the work, the people, and the reason behind every decision.

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HOW WE WORK

How we work

A clear process, with the important decisions made in the right order. We keep the senior team close, explain the thinking behind the work, and make sure you always know what comes next.®

(01)

Define

We start by understanding the business, the audience, and what needs to change. From there, we define the position, message, and creative direction that will guide the rest of the project.

What’s included

Discovery

Priorities

Direction

(02)

Design

We turn that direction into a clear visual system across the identity, website, and key touchpoints. Every decision should make the business easier to recognize and understand.

What’s included

Concept development

Exploration

Refinement

(03)

Build

Once the direction is set, we bring it to life in Framer and refine the details as we go. Design, development, motion, and content stay connected instead of being handed between separate teams.

What’s included

Production

Implementation

Quality control

(04)

Launch

We test the final build, prepare the assets, and make sure everything works as intended before going live. We stay involved through launch so the handover feels smooth, not rushed.

What’s included

Final review

Launch preparation

Handover

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HOW WE WORK

How we work

A clear process, with the important decisions made in the right order. We keep the senior team close, explain the thinking behind the work, and make sure you always know what comes next.®

(01)

Define

We start by understanding the business, the audience, and what needs to change. From there, we define the position, message, and creative direction that will guide the rest of the project.

What’s included

Discovery

Priorities

Direction

(02)

Design

We turn that direction into a clear visual system across the identity, website, and key touchpoints. Every decision should make the business easier to recognize and understand.

What’s included

Concept development

Exploration

Refinement

(03)

Build

Once the direction is set, we bring it to life in Framer and refine the details as we go. Design, development, motion, and content stay connected instead of being handed between separate teams.

What’s included

Production

Implementation

Quality control

(04)

Launch

We test the final build, prepare the assets, and make sure everything works as intended before going live. We stay involved through launch so the handover feels smooth, not rushed.

What’s included

Final review

Launch preparation

Handover

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HOW WE WORK

How we work

A clear process, with the important decisions made in the right order. We keep the senior team close, explain the thinking behind the work, and make sure you always know what comes next.®

(01)

Define

We start by understanding the business, the audience, and what needs to change. From there, we define the position, message, and creative direction that will guide the rest of the project.

What’s included

Discovery

Priorities

Direction

(02)

Design

We turn that direction into a clear visual system across the identity, website, and key touchpoints. Every decision should make the business easier to recognize and understand.

What’s included

Concept development

Exploration

Refinement

(03)

Build

Once the direction is set, we bring it to life in Framer and refine the details as we go. Design, development, motion, and content stay connected instead of being handed between separate teams.

What’s included

Production

Implementation

Quality control

(04)

Launch

We test the final build, prepare the assets, and make sure everything works as intended before going live. We stay involved through launch so the handover feels smooth, not rushed.

What’s included

Final review

Launch preparation

Handover

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TEAM

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TEAM

The people behind the work

Different perspectives, shared standards — a small team of strategists, designers, and thinkers building work we’re proud to put our names on.®

Sena AdeyemiProducer
Keeps scope, timelines, and expectations honest from kickoff through to launch. The reason projects land on the date everyone agreed to rather than the one they hoped for.
Novak HelsinkyFounder & Creative Director
Shapes the creative direction of the studio and keeps every project anchored to a single clear idea. Spends most of his time in the messy early stages, where the decisions that actually matter get made.
Mara OstrowskiStrategy Director
Turns tangled business problems into positioning a team can actually act on. Runs the research and stakeholder work that stops a project drifting halfway through.
Idris KemalDesign Lead
Builds the systems that keep a brand recognisable wherever it shows up. Obsessive about spacing, type scales, and the rules that let a design survive contact with real content.
Leah FontaineSenior Designer
Works across identity and interface with a strong bias toward restraint. Her first instinct is usually to remove something, and she is usually right about which thing.
Tomas BruhnTechnical Director
Makes sure what gets designed is what actually ships. Owns the build, the performance budget, and the awkward questions nobody thinks to ask until launch week.
Sena AdeyemiProducer
Keeps scope, timelines, and expectations honest from kickoff through to launch. The reason projects land on the date everyone agreed to rather than the one they hoped for.
Novak HelsinkyFounder & Creative Director
Shapes the creative direction of the studio and keeps every project anchored to a single clear idea. Spends most of his time in the messy early stages, where the decisions that actually matter get made.
Mara OstrowskiStrategy Director
Turns tangled business problems into positioning a team can actually act on. Runs the research and stakeholder work that stops a project drifting halfway through.
Idris KemalDesign Lead
Builds the systems that keep a brand recognisable wherever it shows up. Obsessive about spacing, type scales, and the rules that let a design survive contact with real content.
Leah FontaineSenior Designer
Works across identity and interface with a strong bias toward restraint. Her first instinct is usually to remove something, and she is usually right about which thing.
Tomas BruhnTechnical Director
Makes sure what gets designed is what actually ships. Owns the build, the performance budget, and the awkward questions nobody thinks to ask until launch week.
Sena AdeyemiProducer
Keeps scope, timelines, and expectations honest from kickoff through to launch. The reason projects land on the date everyone agreed to rather than the one they hoped for.
Novak HelsinkyFounder & Creative Director
Shapes the creative direction of the studio and keeps every project anchored to a single clear idea. Spends most of his time in the messy early stages, where the decisions that actually matter get made.
Mara OstrowskiStrategy Director
Turns tangled business problems into positioning a team can actually act on. Runs the research and stakeholder work that stops a project drifting halfway through.
Sena AdeyemiProducer
Keeps scope, timelines, and expectations honest from kickoff through to launch. The reason projects land on the date everyone agreed to rather than the one they hoped for.
Novak HelsinkyFounder & Creative Director
Shapes the creative direction of the studio and keeps every project anchored to a single clear idea. Spends most of his time in the messy early stages, where the decisions that actually matter get made.
Mara OstrowskiStrategy Director
Turns tangled business problems into positioning a team can actually act on. Runs the research and stakeholder work that stops a project drifting halfway through.
Idris KemalDesign Lead
Builds the systems that keep a brand recognisable wherever it shows up. Obsessive about spacing, type scales, and the rules that let a design survive contact with real content.
Leah FontaineSenior Designer
Works across identity and interface with a strong bias toward restraint. Her first instinct is usually to remove something, and she is usually right about which thing.
Tomas BruhnTechnical Director
Makes sure what gets designed is what actually ships. Owns the build, the performance budget, and the awkward questions nobody thinks to ask until launch week.
Sena AdeyemiProducer
Keeps scope, timelines, and expectations honest from kickoff through to launch. The reason projects land on the date everyone agreed to rather than the one they hoped for.
Novak HelsinkyFounder & Creative Director
Shapes the creative direction of the studio and keeps every project anchored to a single clear idea. Spends most of his time in the messy early stages, where the decisions that actually matter get made.
Mara OstrowskiStrategy Director
Turns tangled business problems into positioning a team can actually act on. Runs the research and stakeholder work that stops a project drifting halfway through.
Idris KemalDesign Lead
Builds the systems that keep a brand recognisable wherever it shows up. Obsessive about spacing, type scales, and the rules that let a design survive contact with real content.
Leah FontaineSenior Designer
Works across identity and interface with a strong bias toward restraint. Her first instinct is usually to remove something, and she is usually right about which thing.
Tomas BruhnTechnical Director
Makes sure what gets designed is what actually ships. Owns the build, the performance budget, and the awkward questions nobody thinks to ask until launch week.
Sena AdeyemiProducer
Keeps scope, timelines, and expectations honest from kickoff through to launch. The reason projects land on the date everyone agreed to rather than the one they hoped for.
Novak HelsinkyFounder & Creative Director
Shapes the creative direction of the studio and keeps every project anchored to a single clear idea. Spends most of his time in the messy early stages, where the decisions that actually matter get made.
Mara OstrowskiStrategy Director
Turns tangled business problems into positioning a team can actually act on. Runs the research and stakeholder work that stops a project drifting halfway through.
Sena AdeyemiProducer
Keeps scope, timelines, and expectations honest from kickoff through to launch. The reason projects land on the date everyone agreed to rather than the one they hoped for.
Novak HelsinkyFounder & Creative Director
Shapes the creative direction of the studio and keeps every project anchored to a single clear idea. Spends most of his time in the messy early stages, where the decisions that actually matter get made.
Mara OstrowskiStrategy Director
Turns tangled business problems into positioning a team can actually act on. Runs the research and stakeholder work that stops a project drifting halfway through.
Idris KemalDesign Lead
Builds the systems that keep a brand recognisable wherever it shows up. Obsessive about spacing, type scales, and the rules that let a design survive contact with real content.
Leah FontaineSenior Designer
Works across identity and interface with a strong bias toward restraint. Her first instinct is usually to remove something, and she is usually right about which thing.
Tomas BruhnTechnical Director
Makes sure what gets designed is what actually ships. Owns the build, the performance budget, and the awkward questions nobody thinks to ask until launch week.
Sena AdeyemiProducer
Keeps scope, timelines, and expectations honest from kickoff through to launch. The reason projects land on the date everyone agreed to rather than the one they hoped for.
Novak HelsinkyFounder & Creative Director
Shapes the creative direction of the studio and keeps every project anchored to a single clear idea. Spends most of his time in the messy early stages, where the decisions that actually matter get made.
Mara OstrowskiStrategy Director
Turns tangled business problems into positioning a team can actually act on. Runs the research and stakeholder work that stops a project drifting halfway through.
Idris KemalDesign Lead
Builds the systems that keep a brand recognisable wherever it shows up. Obsessive about spacing, type scales, and the rules that let a design survive contact with real content.
Leah FontaineSenior Designer
Works across identity and interface with a strong bias toward restraint. Her first instinct is usually to remove something, and she is usually right about which thing.
Tomas BruhnTechnical Director
Makes sure what gets designed is what actually ships. Owns the build, the performance budget, and the awkward questions nobody thinks to ask until launch week.
Sena AdeyemiProducer
Keeps scope, timelines, and expectations honest from kickoff through to launch. The reason projects land on the date everyone agreed to rather than the one they hoped for.
Novak HelsinkyFounder & Creative Director
Shapes the creative direction of the studio and keeps every project anchored to a single clear idea. Spends most of his time in the messy early stages, where the decisions that actually matter get made.
Mara OstrowskiStrategy Director
Turns tangled business problems into positioning a team can actually act on. Runs the research and stakeholder work that stops a project drifting halfway through.

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AWARDS

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AWARDS

Selected recognition

Year

Project

Award

2026

Northline

Awwwards — Site of the Day

2026

Kova Digital

CSS Design Awards — Special Kudos

2025

Aster House

Awwwards — Honorable Mention

2025

Noma Systems

CSS Design Awards — UI, UX & Innovation Awards

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NUMBERS

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NUMBERS

By the numbers

The work speaks through outcomes — lasting partnerships, ambitious projects, and ideas that continue to create value long after launch.®

150+

Projects delivered

From focused brand systems to complete digital experiences, built across different industries and stages of growth.

150+

Projects delivered

From focused brand systems to complete digital experiences, built across different industries and stages of growth.

92%

Clients returning

Most of our relationships continue beyond the first project — growing into long-term creative partnerships.

92%

Clients returning

Most of our relationships continue beyond the first project — growing into long-term creative partnerships.

Different challenges. The same standard of work.

From ambitious startups to established brands, every launch is crafted with precision and purpose.

18

Countries

We collaborate with ambitious teams across countries, cultures, and time zones without compromising the process.

18

Countries

We collaborate with ambitious teams across countries, cultures, and time zones without compromising the process.

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FAQ

Before we get started

Good work starts with clear expectations. Here are the questions clients usually ask before we begin working together.®

Whether you need focused support or an ongoing creative partner, each engagement is structured to stay clear, flexible, and easy to scale.

What types of projects do you take on?

We work across strategy, brand identity, websites, digital products, and launch support. Projects can cover one focused need or bring several of those together.

Who do you typically work with?

Mostly founder-led companies, established businesses, and product teams going through a launch, rebrand, repositioning, or new stage of growth.

What does a typical project process look like?

Most projects move through four stages: define, design, build, and launch. You’ll always know what’s being decided, what comes next, and where your input is needed.

How long does a project usually take?

Focused engagements can take a few weeks, while larger brand and website projects typically run for 8–12 weeks. Timing depends on scope and how quickly decisions can be made.

How much does a project cost?

Focused engagements start at €3,500, complete projects at €12,000, and ongoing partnerships at €4,000 per month. Final pricing depends on the scope and level of support required.

Can you work with our existing brand?

Yes. Not every project needs a full rebrand — we can strengthen what already works and focus on the areas that need to change.

How involved will our team need to be?

We’ll need your input at key decision points, but the process is designed to keep meetings and feedback focused. You won’t need to manage the project day to day.

Do you work with clients internationally?

Yes. We work remotely with clients across different countries and time zones, with meetings scheduled around the needs of each project.

What happens after the project launches?

We can hand everything over to your team or stay involved through an ongoing partnership. That can cover new campaigns, website updates, product work, or continued creative direction.

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FAQ

Before we get started

Good work starts with clear expectations. Here are the questions clients usually ask before we begin working together.®

Whether you need focused support or an ongoing creative partner, each engagement is structured to stay clear, flexible, and easy to scale.

What types of projects do you take on?

We work across strategy, brand identity, websites, digital products, and launch support. Projects can cover one focused need or bring several of those together.

Who do you typically work with?

Mostly founder-led companies, established businesses, and product teams going through a launch, rebrand, repositioning, or new stage of growth.

What does a typical project process look like?

Most projects move through four stages: define, design, build, and launch. You’ll always know what’s being decided, what comes next, and where your input is needed.

How long does a project usually take?

Focused engagements can take a few weeks, while larger brand and website projects typically run for 8–12 weeks. Timing depends on scope and how quickly decisions can be made.

How much does a project cost?

Focused engagements start at €3,500, complete projects at €12,000, and ongoing partnerships at €4,000 per month. Final pricing depends on the scope and level of support required.

Can you work with our existing brand?

Yes. Not every project needs a full rebrand — we can strengthen what already works and focus on the areas that need to change.

How involved will our team need to be?

We’ll need your input at key decision points, but the process is designed to keep meetings and feedback focused. You won’t need to manage the project day to day.

Do you work with clients internationally?

Yes. We work remotely with clients across different countries and time zones, with meetings scheduled around the needs of each project.

What happens after the project launches?

We can hand everything over to your team or stay involved through an ongoing partnership. That can cover new campaigns, website updates, product work, or continued creative direction.

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FAQ

Before we get started

Good work starts with clear expectations. Here are the questions clients usually ask before we begin working together.®

Whether you need focused support or an ongoing creative partner, each engagement is structured to stay clear, flexible, and easy to scale.

What types of projects do you take on?

We work across strategy, brand identity, websites, digital products, and launch support. Projects can cover one focused need or bring several of those together.

Who do you typically work with?

Mostly founder-led companies, established businesses, and product teams going through a launch, rebrand, repositioning, or new stage of growth.

What does a typical project process look like?

Most projects move through four stages: define, design, build, and launch. You’ll always know what’s being decided, what comes next, and where your input is needed.

How long does a project usually take?

Focused engagements can take a few weeks, while larger brand and website projects typically run for 8–12 weeks. Timing depends on scope and how quickly decisions can be made.

How much does a project cost?

Focused engagements start at €3,500, complete projects at €12,000, and ongoing partnerships at €4,000 per month. Final pricing depends on the scope and level of support required.

Can you work with our existing brand?

Yes. Not every project needs a full rebrand — we can strengthen what already works and focus on the areas that need to change.

How involved will our team need to be?

We’ll need your input at key decision points, but the process is designed to keep meetings and feedback focused. You won’t need to manage the project day to day.

Do you work with clients internationally?

Yes. We work remotely with clients across different countries and time zones, with meetings scheduled around the needs of each project.

What happens after the project launches?

We can hand everything over to your team or stay involved through an ongoing partnership. That can cover new campaigns, website updates, product work, or continued creative direction.

Your next chapter starts here.

Whether you're launching something new or ready to rethink what you already have, we'd love to be part of what comes next.

Your next chapter starts here.

Whether you’re launching something new or ready to rethink what you already have, we’d love to be part of what comes next.

Your next chapter starts here.

Whether you’re launching something new or ready to rethink what you already have, we’d love to be part of what comes next.

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