Āio Studio is a design and creative practice built on clarity, connection, and kaupapa. It exists to support people and organisations doing meaningful work through design, story, sound, and strategy. From publications to campaigns, from social content to presentation decks, every project is approached with care.

This isn’t design for decoration. It’s design to support decisions, wānanga, whakapapa, and kaupapa built on connection.

The studio is led by a creative with experience across graphic design, voice work, writing, with a focus on kaupapa Māori communications. It’s a one-stop practice for those who need visuals and messaging that feel considered — and reflect who they really are.

The power of storytelling is a compelling, layered process. In fact, its magical. Woven with words sometimes and elevated with design or sound other times. And when these aspects meet, brought to life through innovative design, compelling narratives, and a touch of artistry, something special happens… your voice, and your story arises.

This is the kind of work that happens when your strategist is also your designer, your writer, your sound editor, your voice — and a Māori communicator who understands the cultural layers beneath your mahi.

From brand storytelling to design to delivery, everything is shaped with integrity, clarity, and kaupapa.

We can work in full immersion, bilingually, incorporate te reo Māori if desired across the whole spectrum of the project.