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KT Design

At KT Design, you are never just a client. Our studio is not bound by constraints – we will shape our creativity to perfectly portray your vision.

Now called Brand Refinery, join us here – https://www.facebook.com/brandrefinery.nz
Small but mighty graphic design studio, we:
+ craft iconic brands
+ build strategic websites
+ design and manage print, packaging, illustration
all to grow your business! The direct relationship established between you and our graphic designers is founded on the promise of close collaboration and a commitment to up

holding the integrity of your brand. Furthermore, we pride ourselves on maintaining strategic, innovative, and consistent graphic design in all aspects of our work. Graphic design is not just a job to us
We enjoy the process of transformation from complex information to effective, captivating and user-friendly designs. In this way, we are fortunate because our hobby is our job. We work with a diverse range of clients, from small businesses to large corporations, and have created the most effective graphic design and marketing ideas for them, making the overall experience as effortless as possible.

08/04/2026

CLIENT SPOTLIGHT: Jigsaw North Manaaki Whānau

A recent Rocketspark website launch we loved bringing to life.

The brief was professional, welcoming, and something that felt approachable to whānau, supporters, and partners alike.

We built on their existing brand, with a refined stingray feature that subtly nods to their history while elevating the overall look and feel.

But the real value sits in how the site now works:
→ Embedded forms (no more downloads or back and forth)
→ User experience upgraded so all information is clear to reduce stress and overwhelm
→ CRM integration to streamline admin behind the scenes
→ Solid SEO foundations to help the right people find them

The result? A website the team can be proud of and one that better supports the important mahi they do every day.

If your website is doing the bare minimum (or creating more work than it should), it might be time for a rethink.

30/03/2026

BEAR & MOO: Here’s a glimpse of the photo wall backdrop we designed for Bear & Moo’s party last year.

Those illustrations by Stacey? Not just there to look cute (although they definitely do that too). They were originally created as part of a cohesive brand system – designed to show up across everything from packaging to social media to in-store moments like this.

Because a strong brand isn’t just a logo.
It’s about creating a world your customers can step into.

At their launch, this backdrop wasn’t just decor – it became a photo moment, a talking point, and something people naturally shared. That’s your brand working for you.

When everything ties together like this, you don’t have to work as hard to get noticed – your brand does the heavy lifting.

If you’re building a brand (or feeling like yours isn’t quite right), this is the kind of thinking we bring to the table.

Thanks to for the photo – and hope the new shop is going amazing Hannah & Richard!

19/12/2025

Ka kite (good bye) – we’ve officially wrapped up for the year and are heading into a blissful three week break.

Thank you, thank you for all the support this year, especially through the rename and rebrand. More exciting things coming in 2026… and yes, I promise I’ll finally get around to introducing the team! Clearly we’ve been too busy doing the work rather than hanging out here on socials.

Wishing you all a very merry Christmas and a restful New Year. We’ll see you on the other side – refreshed, inspired, and ready to tackle 2026!! 🥳🥳🥳

And if over the break you feel inspired to revise your brand, website or have another design project in mind, you can still get in touch via https://www.rfr.bz/f538659 to book a call for mid Jan.

01/09/2025

WHO WE WORK WITH: No matter your size or stage, your brand should be working as hard as you are.

✨ Small business owner with big goals?

✨ Corporate or universities needing fast, consistent design?

✨ Start-ups ready to launch with impact?

✨ Not-for-profits wanting a polished presence that helps you fundraise?

That’s where we come in. At Brand Refinery, we refine brands, build websites, and design everything from annual reports to custom illustrations — always with strategy and colour psychology at the core.

👉 Ready for a brand that grows with you? Let’s talk: https://www.rfr.bz/f6d99c6

28/08/2025

YOUR BUSINESS HAS GROWN UP – HAS YOUR BRAND?

You know that feeling when your business has grown and evolved, but your brand still feels like the “old you”?

That’s exactly where Hamilton photographer Samantha Cornish found herself. After five years in business, her style had evolved and she wanted a brand design that tied in and gave her a cohesive look. Samantha’s photography is soulful and earthy, with a classic yet modern edge – capturing connection and self-acceptance in a way that feels beautifully authentic.

When she came to us, I was so excited (I’ve always wanted to design a photographer’s brand). And after a deep dive into her business, we set out to create something warm and refined to give her a polished and professional presence that she can implement across all brand touch points.

🌿 An identity blending earthy warmth with modern elegance
🌿 A custom leaf icon tied to her values and initials (SCP)
🌿 A colour palette, grounded in colour psychology, with a calm elegance whilst also reflecting trust and authenticity

The result? A brand so aligned it didn’t need a single change. 🤌

Now Samantha has a brand identity that not only matches the artistry of her photography, but also gives her the confidence to stand out in a crowded market.

If you’re looking at your own business and thinking, “yep, my brand needs to grow up too,” let’s chat about creating a brand that feels as evolved as you are:
https://brandrefinery.nz

26/08/2025

POST LAUNCH GLOW ✨

Last week we rolled out a fresh e-commerce site for Katie See Art – showcasing her stunning limited-edition prints (and a few originals). Built for speed, mobile, and easy checkout, with SEO baked in.

Head to https://www.katieseeart.com to snap up a favourite while free shipping is on!!

Building or upgrading your store? We design conversion-ready websites that look the part and include SEO foundations to help you be found! Head to the link in our bio to book a free consult.

09/07/2025

Big news from our little studio 💚

After 24 years of KT Design, we’ve officially rebranded. KT Design is now Brand Refinery — a new name that reflects who we are now and where we’re heading.

This next chapter has been a long time in the making. When I had the opportunity to purchase KT Design — my old workplace — from the incredible Katie in 2023, I felt both proud and deeply honoured to carry on the legacy of a studio built with so much care, creativity and integrity.

We’re not starting from scratch — we’re building on the strong foundation Katie created. Her eye for detail and commitment to quality set the standard, and those values are still at the heart of everything we do.

To Katie — thank you for everything you poured into this business. It’s a privilege to continue what you started and take it into its next chapter.

Brand Refinery brings together our decades of experience, thoughtful strategy, and love for design that truly works. We still offer everything you’ve come to expect — publication design, branding, websites, and graphic design — now under a name that reflects our mission: to refine brands and help businesses grow with clarity and confidence.

Thank you to all our amazing clients and collaborators for being part of this journey — we’re so excited for what’s ahead.

Our new website is in progress, if you would like to take a peek: https://brandrefinery.nz

Ārohanui,
Chrystal, Louise + Stacey

24/02/2025

MEET STACEY: Our creative dynamo! Stacey is our go-to creative for turning ideas into eye-catching realities. With over 12 years of graphic design experience – and at least seven years with KT Design – she’s a master at crafting innovative concepts and managing large projects with impressive speed and precision.

When she’s not busy elevating brands, as a mum of two, she enjoys strolling with (or frantically herding) her children riverside each morning, coffee in hand. Her favourite hobbies include dodging kindy/school bugs and learning completely unnecessary information from podcasts.

Some of her favorite types of projects include executing effective customer-focused omnichannel design, and creating unique and engaging brand identities. And we are stoked to have her as part of the KT Design team!!

01/02/2025

WHY COLOUR PSYCHOLOGY MATTERS

Did you know the colours in your branding can influence how people feel about your business? For example, green is often associated with balance and growth, while blue can inspire trust and calmness. At KT Design, we integrate colour psychology into our brand design process to ensure your brand not only looks great but also emotionally resonates with your audience.

Want to know more about the colours that could elevate your brand? Let’s talk about how we can refine your visual identity to attract your ideal clients. Get in touch via https://www.ktdesign.co.nz for a free consult.

Share your favourite colour below and let us know why you love it!

29/01/2025

CLIENT FEEDBACK

We absolutely love hearing from our clients after a project is complete. Your feedback helps us refine our process and ensure every brand and website we create is exceptional.

Here’s what one happy client had to say about their recent branding and website journey with us:

✨ “The process was easy to follow ... Chrystal was a great communicator ... creating a fantastic brand and website that I love. She offered up knowledge, ideas and advice...and enthusiasm for my project which was so appreciated.”

If you're ready to elevate your brand or website, let’s chat! Book a free consultation at https://ktdesign.co.nz – we’d love to hear about your goals and discuss how to bring those to life!

26/01/2025

MEET LOUISE 👋 one of the talented designers here at KT Design.

Who could definitely pursue a side hustle in modelling but for now she is our keen as graphic designer! Lucky us and lucky you!

Louise is an amazing and creative illustrator and absolute ace at large formatting. Beyond her artistic talents, she's a proud mom to 18-month Locky, Luna the dog and three cats/desk warmers – Nismo, Haze, and Diesel.

When she's not crafting beautiful designs, Louise enjoys creating art, and growing blueberries (apparently they're really easy).

Louise is enthusiastically organised – and like me, loves a list. So grateful to have Louise on the KT Design team!!

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24/01/2025

BRAND + WEBSITE DESIGN

Here's a sneak peek of a brand and website we wrapped up just in time for Christmas. It was one of my favourite projects of 2024, and it was such a fun way to end the year!

*How did we get here?*
Georgia came to us with an exciting mood board, eager to incorporate bold, modern elements and was personally drawn to bright red or blue. As a wedding celebrant, her brand needed to balance boldness with elegance while remaining versatile enough to complement various wedding styles and also showcase her unique selling points.

The solution was a modern wordmark logo with refined, elegant touches. Blue was the natural choice – it ties into the traditional "something blue" wedding theme and offers a bold, timeless vibe that evokes the Winter season through colour psychology.

The final website features dynamic movement elements designed to captivate and engage viewers. It’s probably the coolest one-page site I’ve created so far – definitely check it out: https://georgiakirkham.com

*Why choose a one-page website?*
It’s a fantastic option if you’re working with a smaller budget but want a professional online presence to attract clients and get Google working for you.
Is a rebrand or website refresh on your list for 2025?

Let’s make it happen! Reach out for a chat, and let’s set your brand up to achieve big goals this year: https://www.ktdesign.co.nz

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Tuesday	9am - 4pm
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