About
Founded in 2015, Noir & Co emerged from a simple observation: the best brands aren't built through marketing alone—they're crafted through storytelling. We approach every project with an editorial mindset, treating each brand as a living narrative that deserves to be told with sophistication and depth.
Our studio combines the precision of magazine publishing with the strategic thinking of brand consultancy. We don't just create beautiful things—we build narrative systems that evolve with your audience, maintain their integrity over time, and command attention in an oversaturated world.
Three designers and a shared belief that brands deserved better. Started in a Manchester warehouse with our first client, a local publisher.
Landed our first international client. The project defined our editorial approach and put us on the map in the design community.
Grew the team with strategists, writers, and developers. Moved to our current studio space in the Northern Quarter, complete with a dedicated research library.
Began working with brands across Europe, North America, and Asia. Our narrative-first approach resonated globally.
Now maintaining ongoing relationships with over 50 brands worldwide. Launched our digital production practice to bring the same editorial rigor to web experiences.
The most thoughtful brand work we've ever commissioned. Every decision was backed by strategy, every choice deliberate.
Sarah Martinez
CMO, Elevate Financial
They don't just follow briefs—they challenge them. The result is work that's far better than what we initially imagined.
Thomas Bergman
Founder, Nordic Ventures
A rare studio that understands both the creative and business sides of branding. Strategic, beautiful, effective.
Rachel Kim
Director, Momentum Brands
Working with Noir & Co elevated our entire organization's thinking about brand. They're educators as much as designers.
David Chen
VP Marketing, Cascade Tech
The attention to typography and composition is what you'd expect from a top magazine, applied to brand identity.
Emma Laurent
Creative Director, Atelier Paris
From strategy through execution, the quality never wavers. This is what best-in-class brand work looks like.
James Morrison
CEO, Sterling Group