How it all started

Ku Design Studio Limited is based in Christchurch (‘known as ‘the Garden City’) New Zealand, established in 2005 by graphic designer Joseph Ku.

“It was a daring move to turn independent after having worked in the graphic design industry for half a decade” -  Joseph

Despite the uncertainties, Joseph left the 45 hour/week graphic design job and started Ku Design Studio. Becoming a Freelance Graphic Designer provided Joseph with freedom in the creative field, and an opportunity to manage his time more efficiently, he has never been happier!

“I am able to create my own schedule, doing things I love during the day, and be more creative in my time management. I reply to my client’s email as soon as I receive it, and advise a time frame for the completion of that request. If what I love to do requires day time, then I make use of my quiet evenings catching up with work! I love carpentry, currently building a mobile office in an old caravan” – Joseph

Joseph has been involved in local charitable events, taking up volunteer graphic design / web design / photography related projects; through community contribution Joseph has gained a reputation and trust over the years, and has clientele locally as well as around the world.

Believes

• If you have a dream, believe you can do it, and however difficult find ways of making it possible!
• Motivation comes from the passion in the work you do.
• Creative business should be run creatively, work enjoyment is the key to success! The bottom line is: You are simply more creative when you have a happy mind.
• Small budget is no excuse from having quality designs. ‘Good Design’ doesn’t mean ‘expensive design!‘ We are here to help build ‘quality’ in each and every step that you take!

About this site

This website is also a venue for sharing my thoughts on art & design, things that made me look or smile, curiosities and inspirations that other people with similar passion might find useful.

Hire me

Got a design project you’d like to talk about? I’d love to hear about it and make some suggestions! Please feel free to contact me, for a free no obligation web or graphic design consultation.