A boutique studio in Auckland, New Zealand, we’re known for our collaborative client experience and empathetic design. Our simplified process makes sure your brand story remains at the heart of everything we do, making it both visible and felt.

Welcome to
Kaaio Studio.

Getting to the
Heart of It

Like all relationships, we start by getting to know each other. Instead of conversation cards, we begin with a questionnaire to understand your business and your vision for the future. From there, we get to the heart of it, dive deeper in our strategy sessions, and discover what truly sets you apart.

Putting Ourselves
in Their Shoes

We put ourselves in your target audience’s shoes, diving into comprehensive research and analysis to gain a profound understanding of their needs, desires, and behaviors. We uncover how your brand can naturally connect and resonate, creating genuine and impactful relationships within your community.

Bringing It All
Together

To paraphrase ‘High School Musical,’ drawing from our strategy sessions, we ‘bring it all together’ and craft your brand’s visual identity — logo, brand marks, typography, colours, and more — and develop all other touch points, from packaging to your website. Ensuring that every element of your brand expression authentically reflects your story and engages your audience effectively.

About you  A Changemaker

You’re driven. You’re passionate. You’re purposeful. You make a difference.

We understand you, and we’re here to help you elevate your brand and amplify your impact. From innovative branding solutions for mompreneurs to design strategies for start-up businesses, engaging visuals for wellness brands to storytelling techniques for community-focused enterprises, we’ve got you covered. You want effective, creative solutions without the hassle, and you deserve a partner who listens and collaborates with you every step of the way.

Think of us as your trusted ally — supportive, creative, and always ready to help you shine.

About me — Note from Valerie 

For as long as I can remember, I’ve been drawn to brands with a purpose beyond just making a profit. I still remember buying my first pair of TOMS. Sure, they were comfy and convenient, but what really hooked me was knowing that buying a pair meant someone in need got a pair too. Looking back, that experience planted the seed for wanting a ‘giving back’ business model if I ever started my own business.

Fast forward to now, here we are with Kaaio Studio (pronounced ka · a · yo). We’re all about creating beautiful, impactful brands while making a positive difference in our community. Every project we work on is filled with passion and purpose, making sure our designs not only stand out but also give back.

Let’s build a brand together that thrives and makes a difference.

Ready to elevate your brand’s presence?

Fill out the inquiry form and book your free chat to explore how we can ensure your brand is both visible and impactful, resonating deeply with your audience.