Founder: Mike Kus

Founder:
Mike Kus

Founder: Mike Kus

British Designer +
Creative Director

I’m a designer with a passion for bold, concept-led work that helps brands stand out and connect. Over the last 20 years, I’ve specialised in branding, web and product design, illustration, and photography—working with everyone from early-stage startups to global brands. Along the way, I’ve also had the chance to speak at design conferences across the UK, Europe, and the US.

Design Philosophy:

Design Philosophy:

I design for brands seeking a distinct voice. Confident, credible, and unmistakably their own.

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Creative Leadership

I guide projects with clarity and purpose, turning ideas into design that delivers.

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Creative Leadership

I guide projects with clarity and purpose, turning ideas into design that delivers.

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Creative Leadership

I guide projects with clarity and purpose, turning ideas into design that delivers.

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Be Bold

Stand out in your space with design that’s confident, distinctive, and memorable.

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Be Bold

Stand out in your space with design that’s confident, distinctive, and memorable.

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Be Bold

Stand out in your space with design that’s confident, distinctive, and memorable.

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Meaningful Design

I create visual languages that resonate, connecting brands with the people they’re here to serve.

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Meaningful Design

I create visual languages that resonate, connecting brands with the people they’re here to serve.

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Meaningful Design

I create visual languages that resonate, connecting brands with the people they’re here to serve.

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Creative Clarity

Design should express who you are, clearly, confidently, and with creativity at its core.

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Creative Clarity

Design should express who you are, clearly, confidently, and with creativity at its core.

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Creative Clarity

Design should express who you are, clearly, confidently, and with creativity at its core.

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Collaboration

The best work happens together, built through honest dialogue and shared ambition.

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Collaboration

The best work happens together, built through honest dialogue and shared ambition.

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Collaboration

The best work happens together, built through honest dialogue and shared ambition.

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High Standards

I approach every project with care, attention to detail, and a commitment to creative excellence.

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High Standards

I approach every project with care, attention to detail, and a commitment to creative excellence.

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High Standards

I approach every project with care, attention to detail, and a commitment to creative excellence.

Public Speaking:

Public Speaking:

Over the past 15 years, I’ve spoken at design conferences across the UK, Europe, and the US—including Awwwards, WebExpo, Beyond Tellerrand, Reason.to, Generate, Dibi, Front, Pixel Pioneers, The Future of Web Design, and more.

Upcoming Talks:

Since launching Kus—Studio, my work has received industry recognition and been featured in a range of design and photography publications.

Recognition:

Recognition:

2 x designer of the year finalist

The Net Awards

5 x site of the day

Awwwards.com

3 x honorable mention

Awwwards.com

In the Press:

In the Press:

Dot Net Magazine

Computer Arts Magazine

Digital Arts Magazine

Web Designer Magazine

8 Faces

Awwwards - The Best 365

Photoshop Pro Software Skills

BBC Country File Magazine

Professional Photography Mag

Digital Cameral Magazine

The Modernist Book

Taschen's Favorite Websites

The Web Designer's idea Book

The Instagram Book

  • 8 Faces Magazine
    8 Faces Book
  • The Modernist Book
  • Net Magazine
    Net Magazine
  • Web Designer Ideas Book
    The Instagram Book
  • Web Designer Magazine
    Web Designer Magazine
  • 24 Ways
  • Net Magazine
    Net magazine
  • Awwwards 365 Book
    Awwwards 365 Book
  • Net Magazine
  • Web Designer Ideas Book
    Web Designer Ideas Book
  • Digital Camera Mag
  • Taschen's 1000 favorite websites book
  • Computer Arts
    Digital Arts
  • Digital Camera Mag
  • Computer Arts - Photoshop - Pro Software Skills
  • Professional Photography Mag

Get in touch:

Get in touch:

Have a project in mind you'd like to talk about? Drop me a line, I'd love to chat.

Have a project in mind you'd like to talk about. Drop me a line, I'd love to chat.

mike@mikekus.com

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People we've made things for:

Over the years I've had the privilege work with many great people and companies in both design and photography.

People we've made things for:

Over the years I've had the privilege work with many great people and companies in both design and photography.

People we've made things for:

Over the years I've had the privilege work with many great people and companies in both design and photography.

Work –
Highlights