Studio•US
a design and brand consultancy built for founders and companies shaping the future. We craft compelling brand identities, strategic narratives, and immersive experiences that drive cultural and commercial impact.
Our expertise spans brand strategy, identity systems, creative direction, packaging, digital experiences, spatial design, and storytelling—each project tailored to amplify the ambitions of bold, category-defining brands.
Our Approach
Great design isn’t just aesthetic—it’s functional, intentional, and deeply informed. We believe in two guiding principles:
Design as a Strategic Force
A brand is only as powerful as the story it tells. We go beyond aesthetics to create work that is technically sound, strategically driven, and culturally resonant.
Collaboration as a Catalyst
True influence is built in partnership. We work closely with visionary founders and teams, ensuring our creative process is deeply embedded in the DNA of the brand.
We take on work that challenges the status quo—projects that create lasting impact and move industries forward.
Let’s build something that matters.
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Principal Designer
Leigh Whiting
I’ve spent the past decade helping brands, startups, and founders turn big ideas into bold, strategic design systems. From launching my own creative agency to building brands that have secured over $1.4 billion in funding, I’ve seen firsthand how powerful design and storytelling can be.
Some of my favorite moments include…
Founding STUDIO•US and growing it into a go-to creative partner for mission-driven brands and startups.
Building visual identities and performance marketing campaigns that don’t just look good but drive real business results—like increasing engagement by 1,766% for Hot Drops in a single month.
Leading design for city-shaping initiatives like autonomous vehicle corridors, public housing solutions, and data-driven urban planning tools.
Helping companies like Sidewalk Labs, Replica HQ, Catalyst Housing, and the Court of Master Sommeliers translate complex ideas into clear, compelling brand narratives.
Crafting the visual storytelling that helped Sidewalk Infrastructure Partners raise $1.4 billion in funding, bringing next-gen infrastructure projects to life.
Co-founding Hot Drops, a fermented hot sauce brand that landed national recognition on Gordon Ramsay’s Food Stars and in top-tier design publications like The Dieline.
But more than just the work itself, I love the process—digging deep into a brand’s DNA, finding what makes it unique, and shaping a design system that brings it to life. Whether it’s a startup looking for its first identity or a legacy brand evolving for the future, I thrive at the intersection of creativity and strategy.
Because great design isn’t just about aesthetics. It’s about clarity. It’s about influence. And most of all, it’s about impact.
Let’s build something bold together.