An Introduction:
Somewhere—Something
CATEGORY—Studio
Words: Natasha Maben
2 min read
a relentless pursuit into the unknown,
an ever-evolving journey,
offering us the opportunity to leave our mark—
a verse in the vast, collective story.¹
Somewhere—Something is an independent design practice shaped by the study of architecture, music, and the spaces in between.
We see design as a continuous journey of exploration, research, and reflection.
Built on experience, observation and experimentation, our work lives at the intersection of design, branding, and cultural identity, through a research-led approach.
We craft visual identities that help individuals and small businesses tell their stories with clarity, purpose, and meaning.
Part studio, part observatory, we treat every project as a conversation—guided by curiosity and with consideration. We spend time asking questions.²
We believe design is deeply connected to social, environmental, economic, aesthetic, and political forces. The choices we make, the brands we engage with, and the way we experience the world, shape who we are and the futures we create.
Keeping the practice intentionally small allows us to focus on a few projects at a time and build meaningful relationships with our clients. At its core, our work is about communication—helping people and brands find their voice, create resonance, and build lasting connections.
To be heard is a fundamental human need, and to be understood is important. But resonance—that moment when something clicks, when a design speaks back and perspectives align—is what gives our work meaning.
Bruno Munari once said, “Everything we see communicates something.”³ We believe this holds true across all our senses. The world speaks to us not just through sight but through taste, touch, sound—every encounter is a piece of the puzzle, shaping how we understand ourselves and others.
For us, design is an ongoing dialogue—with our clients, with culture, and within our own process. Each project is an invitation to uncover what’s distinct and translate it into something considered, relevant, and resonant.
At the centre of every project, there’s always a question—or two:
Where do identities fit in a world that’s constantly shifting?
What should the relationship between brand and audience look like in the years ahead?
These questions keep us sharp. They help make sense of complexity and guide us towards what's next.⁴
Somewhere—Something remains a space for us to keep exploring.
Thanks for being here.
We hope you enjoy the ride!
² Sometimes those questions are strategic. Sometimes they’re existential. Both are valid.
³ Bruno Munari, legendary Italian designer, known for blending playfulness with rigorous design thinking.
See:
Bruno Munari. Design as Art. First published 1966. London: Penguin Modern Classics, 2008.
⁴ Because good design doesn’t just solve problems—it asks better questions
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