The top Design Services agencies in 2026 are 500 Designs, Motif Brands, and Krootl,
selected from 7 agencies vetted by DesignRush on the basis of verified
client reviews (4.5 avg. rating), project outcomes and industry expertise.
500 Designs leads the ranking for Design Services, followed by Motif Brands and Krootl.
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World-leading website design and branding agency based in California, specializing in Branding, Website Design and Development, UI/UX design for applications, and AI Strategy...
Top Services:
Branding
Design Services
Graphic Design
Web Design
UI/UX Design
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Location
Irvine, California
Number of Employees
100 - 249
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
Portfolios Count
6 Projects Listed
500 Designs Services
Branding
Design Services
Graphic Design
Web Design
UI/UX Design
Web Development
Advertising
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Google
Fresh Del Monte
3M
Cisco
TikTok
Delta
HubSpot
UFC Gym
Yelp
KBS
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500 Designs Reviews & Testimonials
Undisclosed
Executive at Self-Storage Software Co.
5.0★
Project Management Review from Undisclosed
We engaged 500 Designs for product and web design and development, aiming to enhance our software platform to bolster brand awareness. The agency elevated our website traffic and brand recognition. 500 Designs showcased proactive project management skills, maintaining clear communication channels through Slack and Google Drive. The agency's sense of ownership and dedication to our project were impressive, ensuring a smooth and efficient collaboration.
David Miller
CEO at David Todd Miller
5.0★
Web Development Review from David Miller
David Miller, CEO of David Todd Miller, acknowledged 500 Designs for its comprehensive services encompassing web development, branding, and digital marketing for a fitness platform. The agency's responsibilities included designing the website's UX, crafting a digital strategy, and implementing SEO strategies. Miller valued 500 Designs' meticulous planning, timely delivery, clear and consistent communication, and expertise.
Jonathan Lewis
Marketing Manager at Rebello's Towing Services
5.0★
Web Development Review from Jonathan Lewis
Jonathan Lewis, Marketing Manager at Rebello's Towing Services, applauded 500 Designs' work on rebuilding the company's website. Using elements from the previous website, the agency provided a fresh and user-friendly design. Lewis was satisfied with the agency's work, which surpassed expectations. He commended 500 Designs' helpfulness throughout the process, effective project management, and meticulous attention to detail.
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Brand Transformation Studio – Rebranding Businesses for Growth in California
Motif Brands: Branding Studio - Transforming brands beyond business with award-winning creativity that drives results. Brand transformations that grows businesses. Founded by Reilly Newman in California...
Top Services:
Branding
Logo Design
Package Design
Web Design
Graphic Design
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Location
Paso Robles, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
Portfolios Count
12 Projects Listed
Motif Brands Services
Branding
Logo Design
Package Design
Web Design
Graphic Design
Design Services
Creative Services
Print Design
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Cayucos Pharmacies
Eric Jorgenson's Smart Friends
Nikle Co. Spirits
Cal Coast Beer Co
Honeycomb Home Design
Tahoe Surf Company
Old San Luis BBQ
Gruver Cooley
Family Service Agency
Wholesum
Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile
Motif Brands Reviews & Testimonials
Brett Dose
Founder at Double Dose Seasoning
5.0★
Food & Beverage Review from Brett Dose
Working with Reilly and Scott has been a true pleasure. Their expertise and knowledge of building a brand has been a pivotal step for me bringing my dry Bloody Mary seasoning mix to the retail market. Motif's willingness to work with me, and quality of work is impressive to say the least. I constantly receive compliments on the artwork, packaging, website design, and logo branding.
Working with Motif was one of the smartest decisions I've ever made.
Brett Dose
Double Dose Seasoning
Wes Arola
Owner at WALA
4.8★
Small Business Review from Wes Arola
Motif took an unconventional approach to supporting my official launch and establishing an identity for my landscape architecture practice. The focus was setting myself apart from the rest, and signaling to potential customers and the general public what I produce, my level of service, and for WHO.
Although the tangibles Motif created were awesome and fueled my launch, I value the advice, conversation and insight they offered from day one to encourage me to really get to know my business.
Teresa Sullenger
Review from Google
5.0★
Teresa Sullenger's Review Sourced from Google
Motif Brands took all the thoughts and vision I have for the next chapter of my life and made sense of it all. Imagine a bunch of sticky notes and Reilly pieced them all together! He saw a vision beyond my own and provided additional thoughts and direction to make the path ahead possible. The business strategy services Motif Brands provides are top notch. He created my website 10+ years ago for my last chapter, I recommend both services. Plus Reilly's a cool guy!
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Krootl is a Flutter development agency building scalable mobile and web apps. We help startups and enterprises launch MVPs, modernize legacy systems, and grow products with cross-platform solutions and a strong product focus...
Top Services:
Mobile App Development
Software Development
Web Development
Design Services
Digital Strategy
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Location
Kyiv, Ukraine
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$49/hr
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
Portfolios Count
16 Projects Listed
Krootl Services
Mobile App Development
Software Development
Web Development
Design Services
Digital Strategy
Staff Augmentation
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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
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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
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
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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A strategy-led, B Corp Certified design studio dedicated to building brands that move people and the planet forward. Through branding, packaging, and web design, we help businesses stand out in competitive markets, connect with conscious consumers, and drive meaningful change in climate action...
Top Services:
Branding
Package Design
Web Design
Graphic Design
Logo Design
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Location
Charlotte, North Carolina
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
Mindful & Good Services
Branding
Package Design
Web Design
Graphic Design
Logo Design
Design Services
Print Design
UI/UX Design
Web Development
Business Consulting
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Campbell's
Domtar
Four Seasons
Lowe's
New Belgium Brewing
PepsiCo
SuperLife
Unilever
Xylem Inc.
Whole Foods Market
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Mindful & Good Reviews & Testimonials
Sarah Kathryn Clark
Review from Google
5.0★
Sarah Kathryn Clark's Review Sourced from Google
We worked with Rachel and the team at Mindful and Good on a branding package for our sustainable farm, Flora Farm, and we couldn’t be happier with the results. The logo they created perfectly captures our vision, and we receive so many compliments on it. We’ll definitely turn to Mindful and Good for any future branding needs, and I wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone looking for top-notch design work.
Dominic Gomez
Review from Google
5.0★
Dominic Gomez's Review Sourced from Google
Rachel at Mindful & Good was incredible to work with. She helped us define our brand identity in a way that truly reflected our values and market positioning. Her thoughtful approach and design expertise brought our vision to life with beautiful, shelf-ready packaging that looks polished and professional.
We’re looking forward to continuing our work with Rachel in the future!
Dawn Rennick
Review from Google
5.0★
Dawn Rennick's Review Sourced from Google
We, at Piercing Sun Consulting, couldn't be happier with the Impact Report services provided by Mindful & Good for our inaugural report! Rachel and her team delivered a beautifully crafted report that perfectly captured our unique impact across governance, community, environment, and beyond.
The report played a vital role in supporting Piercing Sun Consulting's B Corp Certification process, highlighting our commitment to sustainability and social responsibility in a compelling way. Mindful & Good’s attention to detail, insight into our mission, and dedication to showcasing our achievements made all the difference.
Rachel's expertise brought our values to life on every page, and we are thrilled with the result. Piercing Sun Consulting HIGHLY recommends Mindful & Good for anyone looking to communicate their impact with purpose and authenticity!
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Bubba's LA is a creative studio specializing in 2D and 3D animation, VFX, and live-action production. The studio combines cutting-edge technology with bold creativity to bring visionary ideas to life with stunning visual storytelling. With a dedicated team of talented artists, Bubba's LA consistently pushes...
Top Services:
Design Services
Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$199/hr
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
Bubba's LA Services
Design Services
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NIKE
MCCAFE
FENDI
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Bubba's LA Reviews & Testimonials
Chad Hauer
Review from Google
5.0★
Chad Hauer's Review Sourced from Google
Amazing quality and job on my businesses commercial. We were very happy with the customer service they provide and made sure that we loved everything about the project before they let us leave :) Will definitely use them again as we are growing rapidly and they seem to have all the equipment needed to be a top notch production company!
Nora Jobling
Review from Google
5.0★
Nora Jobling's Review Sourced from Google
The Bubba's team does outstanding work and are so easy and fun to work with. They're always my first call on a project, guaranteed positive outcome.
Border7 Studios
Review from Google
5.0★
Border7 Studios's Review Sourced from Google
Bubba's Chop Shop did an AMAZING job on our animated explainer video! We have been blown away by their talent, communication, and creativity. Great company to work with - friendly, professional, and incredibly skilled at what they do!
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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.
Websitedesign
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.
