The top Design Services agencies in 2026 are The Mission Control Communications, Seventh Ave Creative, and CHc&co., selected from 6 agencies vetted by DesignRush on the basis of verified client reviews (4.5 avg. rating), project outcomes and industry expertise. The Mission Control Communications leads the ranking for Design Services, followed by Seventh Ave Creative and CHc&co..

# Agency Rating Min project Hourly Location
1 The Mission Control Communications 4.3 (1) $10,000 - $25,000 $135/hr Lurgan, United Kingdom
2 Seventh Ave Creative New $10,000 - $25,000 $120/hr Wilmington, North Carolina
3 CHc&co. New $10,000 - $25,000 $200/hr Bondi Beach, Australia
4 AIDesigns New $10,000 - $25,000 $75/hr Frisco, Texas
5 Crux Creative New $10,000 - $25,000 $125/hr Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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  • The Creative Effectiveness Company

    The Mission Control is a specialist healthcare, life sciences, pharmaceutical, and biotech brand consultancy that helps organizations create meaningful communications in highly regulated and scientifically complex markets. Combining strategic thinking, creative excellence, and deep industry understanding, the...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Advertising
    • Business Consulting
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Lurgan, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $135/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed

    The Mission Control Communications Services

    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Advertising
    • Business Consulting
    • Graphic Design
    • Design Services
    • Web Design
    • Video Production
    • Print Design
    • Digital Services
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • JSR Life Sciences
    • Crown Bioscience
    • Emmes Group
    • OptymEdge
    • Veridix
    • VaxTrials
    • CluePoints
    • AG Mednet (Judi)
    • Sartorius
    • Envigo
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    The Mission Control Communications Reviews & Testimonials

    • Michelle Lang
      Michelle Lang Associate Director at Cmed Clinical Services
      5.0

      Creative Services Review from Michelle Lang

      James and his team at Mission Control are exceptional and not the norm when it comes to creative agencies. They take time to understand your needs, meet your deadlines and are always available to you, no matter the time zone. I worked with them in my last company and have made sure to continue with them in my new position as they are superior to any company I've worked with in the past (and I've worked with many). Communication, creativity and quality work from Mission Control is outstanding!

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  • Strategy & Design for Non-profits and Purpose-led brands

    Strategy & Design for non-profits and purpose-led brands forging a better world...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Web Design
    • Logo Design
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Wilmington, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $120/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed

    Seventh Ave Creative Services

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Web Design
    • Logo Design
    • Creative Services
    • Design Services
    • Digital Marketing
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Quiet Mind
    • Blessings In A Backpack
    • Rhode Island Medical Reserve Corps
    • Radiant City Church
    • Training, Innovation & Leadership Institute
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile
  • Big beautiful ideas made for brands with purpose

    We are an independent creative company delivering world class campaigns across advertising, social, digital and design, for brands with purpose...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Advertising
    • Creative Services
    • Design Services
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Bondi Beach, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed

    CHc&co. Services

    • Branding
    • Advertising
    • Creative Services
    • Design Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Development
    • Digital Services
    • Web Design
    • Logo Design
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Northrop Grumman
    • United Airlines
    • News Corp Australia
    • Toyota
    • Jacobs Creek
    • Grant Burge
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile
  • AIDesigns

    Award Winner Recipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.

    Show your brand. Make it shine

    At AI Designs, our commitment to innovation drives us to continually explore the frontiers of AI-driven design, unlocking novel possibilities and delivering solutions that not only meet but exceed our clients' expectations. Through our pioneering approach, we reimagine what's possible in branding and design...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
    • Design Services
    • Package Design
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Frisco, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed

    AIDesigns Services

    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
    • Design Services
    • Package Design
    • Print Design
    • Web Design
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Brinks
    • Risk Strategies
    • Last Call Neiman Marcus
    • Arteriors
    • Sally Beauty
    • IDLife
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile
  • A 360° Creative & Marketing Agency.

    Crux is a dynamic, woman-owned Creative and Marketing Agency, dedicated to sculpting brand identities and crafting engaging strategies. Specializing in interactive experiences, digital communications, and immersive environments, Crux ensures clients forge lasting connections with their target audiences...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Design Services
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Milwaukee, Wisconsin
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000

    Crux Creative Services

    • Digital Services
    • Design Services
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
    • Creative Services
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Oracle
    • CCI
    • University of Bowling Green
    • HKS
    • Perkins+Will
    • WBTC
    • Discovery World
    • Wisconsin State Fair
    • U.S. Navy
    • Yunker
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Crux Creative Reviews & Testimonials

    • Paula Kappes
      Paula Kappes Review from Google
      5.0

      Paula Kappes's Review Sourced from Google

      Crux Creative and Michele have been a key partner and vendor for my business for 10+ years. Michele cares for all our publicity and advertising needs, including printed pieces. Recently, she completed a new website on budget and on time. We are thrilled with the finish design and functionality. She has an expert eye for design and has been very effective in helping us to manage to a tight marketing budget. I highly recommend Crux Creative.

    • Cal Cook
      Cal Cook Review from Google
      5.0

      Cal Cook's Review Sourced from Google

      Crux has built our last three websites. We also use them for our agency's design, marketing and social media needs. They are resourceful and timely. I highly recommend Michele and the team at Crux Creative.

    • Murphy Wallbeds Chicago
      Murphy Wallbeds Chicago Review from Google
      5.0

      Murphy Wallbeds Chicago's Review Sourced from Google

      We at Murphy Wallbeds Chicago could not be happier with the job that Crux Creative has done with our website. Their attention to detail in both design and maintenance is second to none. Michele Allen has gone above and beyond for us, creating a intuitive and attractive site and responding to any issue we have immediately. If you are looking to create a website, Crux Creative is the firm to use.

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  • A Content Creation Agency Focused on Delivering Your Message as Enjoyably as Possible.

    Toy Robot Media is a multidisciplinary design and animation studio specializing in visual communication tailored for large audiences. We excel in crafting impactful visual narratives that engage and captivate viewers on a broad scale...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Video Production
    • Design Services
    • VR/AR
    • Branding
    • Show more
    Location
    Pasadena, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $160/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000

    Toy Robot Media Services

    • Creative Services
    • Video Production
    • Design Services
    • VR/AR
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • NBCUniversal
    • FORD
    • Xbox
    • TEDx
    • MIcrosoft
    • Accenture
    • IBM
    • RSA
    • HBO
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Toy Robot Media Reviews & Testimonials

    • Yamato Santino
      Yamato Santino Review from Google
      1.0

      Yamato Santino's Review Sourced from Google

      Relentlessly fills our email servers with SPAM after repeated requests to be removed from emailing lists. Does not listen to potential clients. Does no research on potential clients.

    • LA Actors Institute
      LA Actors Institute Review from Google
      5.0

      LA Actors Institute's Review Sourced from Google

      My company started small and Toy Robot was willing to help with a tiny project and now we've grown and Toy Robot still handles our graphics. Many of our students have used Toy Robot for their corporate presentations and shows. Big Thumbs Up for this team.

    • bayla washburne
      bayla washburne Review from Google
      5.0

      bayla washburne's Review Sourced from Google

      These guys have everything you need. Seriously a one stop shop for my projects, small and large. They've made me look good on several accounts. Good job guys!

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Frequently Asked Questions About Design Agencies

What services do design companies offer?

They offer a mix of branding, digital product design, and creative services to help businesses build recognizable brands and user-friendly digital experiences, often combining graphic design, digital marketing support, and content creation. 

Core services include:

  • Branding and brand identity: Creating logos, visual identity systems, brand guidelines, typography, and messaging frameworks. These services are widely used because a consistent brand presentation can increase revenue by up to 23%, according to marketing research cited in design industry reports.
  • Web design and web development: Building responsive website design, landing pages, eCommerce design, and front-end implementation, often supporting broader digital marketing and content marketing strategies.
  • UX (user experience) and UI (user interface) design: Usually accounts for 60-70% of agency offerings, according to many design agencies' insights. UX/UI design focuses on usability, research, and interface design for digital products such as websites, SaaS platforms, and mobile apps. Agencies handle user research, wireframes, prototypes, usability testing, and final UI designs, often applying innovative design approaches to improve usability and engagement.
  • Product and app design: Creating digital products such as mobile apps, SaaS platforms, and dashboards that combine UX research, interaction design, and prototyping before development.
  • Graphic design and marketing design: Producing marketing and communication assets, such as social media visuals, advertising creatives, packaging design, presentations, and editorial design, to support brand campaigns.
  • Design strategy and research: Providing strategic services such as design thinking workshops, product discovery, customer journey mapping, and innovation consulting to align design decisions with business goals. Some agencies apply concentric design principles, focusing on aligning user needs, brand identity, and product functionality around a unified experience.

How much do design services cost?

Design agency pricing varies by scope, seniority, and market, but most agencies sell work in three common ways: fixed project fees, hourly/day rates, or monthly retainers.

Most design companies charge $75-$250 per hour, while full projects typically range from $5,000 for small branding work to $100,000+ for complex digital product or website design projects.

In the United States and other high-cost markets, design agencies typically charge:

  • $100-$250/hr. for UX/UI and product design specialists. 
  • $75-$200/hr. for general graphic design or digital design agency services. 

Regional averages for UX/UI design in North America often range from $50 to $200/hr, depending on expertise and specialization.  

Branding and brand identity

  • Basic brand identity packages: $5,000-$25,000 for logo design, typography systems, color palettes, and brand guidelines. 
  • More comprehensive brand design projects can range from $ 5,000 to $30,000+, depending on the strategy work and deliverables.  

Website design

  • Smaller website design projects: $3,000-$20,000+, depending on the number of pages and customization. 
  • Full website redesign projects typically cost $10,000-$200,000+, especially for large or enterprise websites.

UX/UI design projects generally start around $10,000 and can exceed $100,000 for complex products or SaaS platforms.

How long does a typical design project take?

The timeline of a design project depends on the type of service, project complexity, and the speed of feedback. Still, most professional design firm projects take between 6 weeks and 6 months from kickoff to final delivery.  

  • Branding projects: 4-12 weeks, including research, strategy, and visual identity; larger rebranding solutions can extend to 3-6 months or more, depending on stakeholder involvement and deliverables.
  • Website design: 8-20 weeks to design and launch a website
  • UX/UI and product design: 2-6 months

Complex digital products, enterprise websites, or large-scale rebrands can extend timelines to 6 months or longer. 

What’s the difference between branding, UX design, and product design?

Branding, UX design, and product design are closely related but focus on different layers of how a business creates and delivers value to customers. 

  Branding UX design Product design
Focus Creating a recognizable identity and emotional connection with customers. It includes logos, colors, typography, messaging, tone of voice, and brand guidelines Making digital products easy, efficient, and enjoyable to use. UX designers optimize user experience through research, testing, and design iterations.  Designing the entire product, from defining the problem to launching and improving the solution. 
Deliverables
  • Logo design and visual identity system 
  • Brand strategy and positioning 
  • Brand guidelines and messaging 
  • Marketing and communication design 
  • User research and interviews 
  • Customer journey mapping
  • Wireframes and prototypes
  • Usability testing and optimization 
  • Product discovery and problem definition
  • Feature planning and prioritization 
  • UX/UI design and prototyping
  • Aligning user needs with business goals 

How can I evaluate the quality of a design agency's work?

The best design companies demonstrate measurable business impact, strong design processes, and proven results across multiple projects. 

  • Review the agency's portfolio and case studies to look for design projects that delivered measurable outcomes such as 25% higher conversion rates or 35% growth in daily active users after UX improvements. 
  • Evaluate usability and user experience metrics, such as task completion rates that improve from 50% to 90%, time needed to complete key actions, customer satisfaction scores, and reduction in support tickets or errors.  
  • Assess the agency's design process and research approach, check whether it includes stages like discovery and research, user interviews and insights, wireframes and prototypes, usability testing, and iteration and optimization. 
  • Evaluate companies based on how well their work contributes to revenue growth, customer retention, or operational efficiency. 

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