rigma design studio

rigma design studio

rigma design studio

A purpose-led creative studio for organisations with real missions.

Rigma Design Studio (RDS) is a strategic design studio in formation created to partner with mission-driven organisations through thoughtful, powerful, and enduring design. Developed under the creative direction of Rafael Tsantes, RDS is currently growing from within his established design practice and is now open for partnerships and client work.

At Rigma, we work with teams that want to communicate clearly, connect meaningfully, and stand apart — not just for the sake of difference, but with purpose.

We partner with nonprofits, universities, public sector institutions, and large socially-conscious businesses to help them express who they are — and why it matters. Whether you’re leading a communications team or building a long-term brand strategy, we bring clarity to complexity and help you move from internal alignment to external impact.

Our approach is collaborative, strategic, and human. We don’t just design for you — we design with you, building systems and stories that serve your audience and your values.

What we do

Rigma Design Studio offers strategic design services built to support your team and elevate your mission:

  • Brand identity & storytelling
    From foundational branding to full identity systems, we help you define and express your organisation’s voice with clarity and confidence.

  • Communication design & print systems
    We bring consistency and cohesion to the way you present your work across reports, publications, campaigns, and internal materials.

  • Website & digital experience design
    We design thoughtful digital experiences that are easy to use, visually impactful, and aligned with your brand.

  • Design strategy & visual frameworks
    We support internal teams with visual systems that are flexible, accessible, and built to last — from templates to toolkits.

While we offer a range of services, our core strength lies in brand identity — crafting systems that do more than look good; they work hard, scale well, and resonate deeply.

A new kind of creative collaboration

The name “rigma” comes from the Greek word ρήγμα meaning rupture or fracture, both in the literal and metaphorical sense. It speaks to a shift, a break, a point of transformation. That meaning is deeply embedded in how we approach our work and the kind of partnerships we strive to build.

For our clients, Rigma represents the courage to break away from what’s familiar or expected, to cut through the noise with clarity, intelligence, and distinct visual identity. In sectors where tradition, structure, and consistency often guide communication, we help organisations express themselves with boldness and purpose. Our design work doesn’t chase trends — it builds meaningful distinction grounded in strategy and substance.

For the studio itself, Rigma reflects our commitment to shaping a more inclusive and forward-thinking creative industry. As the studio evolves, we aim to offer real opportunities to junior designers, particularly those navigating barriers to entry, by fostering mentorship, creative growth, and access to meaningful experience. We believe design should not only elevate the message but also the people behind it.

Open for partnerships

Whether you’re leading a rebrand, rolling out a new initiative, or seeking long-term design support, we’d love to hear from you. Book your complimentary consultation or email us.