The top Design Services agencies in 2026 are Somewhere Else and Creative Clinic, selected from 2 agencies vetted by DesignRush on the basis of verified client reviews (4.5 avg. rating), project outcomes and industry expertise. Somewhere Else leads the ranking for Design Services, followed by Creative Clinic.

# Agency Rating Min project Hourly Location
1 Somewhere Else New $25,000 - $50,000 $76/hr Singapore, Singapore
2 Creative Clinic New $25,000 - $50,000 $180/hr London, United Kingdom
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  • Based in Singapore, Somewhere Else is a people-first brand consultancy helping underdog brands break

    Fewer brands, braver ones. Shaped with care, not convention. A people-first brand consultancy, we work with leaders who stand by their beliefs; bringing a whole lot of heart to our world. Who push against convention, disrupting the market with meaning, and set higher standards. From strategy to experience...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Singapore, Singapore
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $76/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed

    Somewhere Else Services

    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Content Marketing
    • Digital Services
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Oatbedient
    • Gryphon Tea
    • Cedele
    • Banyan Group
    • Capella Hotel Group
    • OUE Restaurants
    • Inside Scoop
    • Mr. Bucket
    • Seek Sophie
    • Rice Media
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Somewhere Else Reviews & Testimonials

    • Dion K
      Dion K Review from Google
      5.0

      Dion K's Review Sourced from Google

      I’ve known this agency many years ago and it is really hard nowadays to find creatives who work wholeheartedly for your own brand’s interest. They are not the cheapest, but they truly give value, not only delivering the work that truly resonates, but also giving you the best experience for your project right from the start. They even went the extra mile beyond the scope that was agreed to help us out source for the best deals on your next steps. Truly recommended for any discerning brands who are in the market to create something meaningful.

    • Jacinta Lim
      Jacinta Lim Review from Google
      5.0

      Jacinta Lim's Review Sourced from Google

      I've worked with agencies all around the world from London to US to Singapore, and I've honestly never encountered a better, more passionate, and more dedicated bunch. The team at Somewhere Else are deeply creative, passionate about the work they do and their work ethic is hugely commendable. We worked with them closely for almost a year on our rebranding work, and it was one of the best decisions we've made as a business. Their ideas were original, their designs were fresh and their attention to detail and Client-centricity were second to none. Highly recommended!

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  • Where Brilliant Brands Are Grown

    Creative Clinic is an award-winning design, website and branding agency. Whether we're growing and nurturing a brand from the ground up crafting strategies, stories, visual identities, websites, or campaigns or growing the reach, impact, and legacy of an established brand through design, film and digital...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
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    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $180/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000

    Creative Clinic Services

    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Design Services
    • Digital Marketing
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • KisharonLangdon
    • The Dragon Trip
    • Savi
    • Rileys
    • Sabeny
    • Group Nexus
    • NSK Dental
    • Better Natural Treats
    • Work Avenue
    • TheTransforma Group
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

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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