Student & Designer

Design should be practical.
And it should communicate clearly.

I focus on turning interesting ideas into thoughtful design work. Always learning, always refining.

Archie Durrant - Strategic Communication Designer - Hampshire, UK

Who I Am

I'm Archie, a Communication Design student based in Hampshire. I believe good design isn't just about making things look nice; it's about making sure your message is understood.

Whether I'm working on university projects or taking on freelance briefs, my focus is always on understanding the core problem. I take the time to explore different avenues until the solution feels right.

I enjoy the process of turning ideas into functional, practical design work, and I'm always looking for the next opportunity to learn and develop my practice.

My Approach

What Drives My Work

Strategy-Led Thinking

Every visual decision should have a reason behind it. I aim to create solutions that are grounded in a clear understanding of the brief, rather than just relying on aesthetics.

Collaboration

Good design is a conversation. Whether it's a university critique or working with a client, I value feedback and open discussion to ensure the work hits the mark.

Clarity First

I prefer to keep things simple and direct. By stripping away unnecessary elements, the core message becomes much easier to understand.

My Process

How I Work

A clear, practical approach to taking a project from initial brief to the final outcome.

01

Discovery

I start by breaking down the brief, researching the subject, and asking questions to ensure I understand the core problem before jumping into design.

02

Development

This is where I explore different ideas and visual directions, sketching and creating concepts to see what best solves the problem.

03

Refinement

Through feedback and critique, I narrow down the options and focus on perfecting the strongest concept to ensure it works contextually.

04

Delivery

The final stage involves preparing everything properly, ensuring the output is functional, accessible, and meets the original goals.

Let's Work Together

Whether you have a project in mind, need a freelance designer, or just want to chat about design, I'd love to hear from you.

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Get in Touch

Say Hello

Whether you have a project in mind or just want to chat about design, feel free to reach out.

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