About
Bold ideas. Borderless design. Global creativity meets local impact.
We are upGRL Creative Studio
A borderless team of top-tier designers, directors, and business minds—fueled by a global perspective and a deep sense of social responsibility. From helping emerging startups find their voice to guiding established brands into new territories, we combine creative excellence with strategic clarity. Our work spans cultures, industries, and mediums—always with curiosity and care. We believe in creativity that speaks to today and shapes tomorrow. Our studio proudly supports experimental creators and local artists through free workshops and mentorships, bridging commercial design with cultural meaning.
Core
What we do
Design built for impact
We offer design that not only looks good—but works hard. Every pixel, word, and visual choice is rooted in insight, intention, and global awareness. Whether you're a founder, artist, or global brand, we're here to elevate your vision.
Why choose us
What sets us apart
🌍 Global Perspective: Multicultural and multilingual, our team bridges East and West. 🎯 Business-Driven: Our design decisions are backed by real-world strategy.
🎨 Creative Excellence: Directed by industry leaders across design and visual storytelling. 💡 Human-Centered: We listen first. Every collaboration is grounded in empathy and understanding.
🫱🏽🫲🏿 Community-Led: We mentor local talent and empower underrepresented creators through free workshops and resources. We're not just designing for brands. We're building culture, shaping futures, and amplifying voices that matter.
Community & Culture
Creativity should be accessible.
We support experimental artists, run free workshops in China, and share knowledge with emerging creatives—especially those from underrepresented communities. Diversity isn't our slogan. It's how we build. Our team spans cultures and languages. So does our work. We listen before we design.
Offering
For all industries, formats and channels, we offer a whole rangecreative service, from insights and strategy to clear design concepts.
Discovering
We take the time to understand you and your business. By listening and immersing ourselves in your world, we turn research and data into powerful insights and actionable solutions:
Market Research
Strategic Insights
Brand Audits
Experience Mapping
Customer Journey Evaluation
Forecasting Trends
Opportunity Identification
Competitive Analysis
Strategizing
Through a collaborative approach, we develop tailored brand strategies and experiences that connect with your audience across all touchpoints:
Brand Strategy
Product Architecture
Service Architecture
Brand Messaging
Voice
Naming
Identity Creation
Ideation
Design Thinking
Brand Blueprints
Frameworks
Experience Design
Service Design
Customer Innovation Tools
Creating
We bring your brand to life through visually captivating and functional designs. From digital experiences to physical touchpoints, we ensure every element communicates your message clearly and effectively:
Visual Identity
Graphic Design
Packaging
Product design
UX/UI design
Art Direction
Photography
Environmental design
Motion & Sound design