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DSD Essex Dan Summers is an independent graphic design professional. Dan Summers Design is an innovative and dynamic graphic design agency.

Based in Chelmsford, we design for Essex and beyond! With fresh new design ideas and flawless execution, we work closely with clients and businesses to listen to their needs and suggest the best possible solutions to their graphic design and marketing material requirements.

IT’S COMING: From a graphic design perspective Pret have got it spot-on with the design of their Christmas cups this yea...
06/11/2026

IT’S COMING: From a graphic design perspective Pret have got it spot-on with the design of their Christmas cups this year. Admittedly it hasn’t changed much from last year, but hey 'if it ain’t broke don t fix it' right?

For those of you that can’t stand Christmas, don’t worry it’ll all be over in 50 days 🤣 Have a great weekend everyone!

PRIDE: Earlier this year, DSD were approached to create a 10-year anniversary motif for Colchester Pride, one of Essex’s...
04/11/2026

PRIDE: Earlier this year, DSD were approached to create a 10-year anniversary motif for Colchester Pride, one of Essex’s most celebrated Pride events. Having been proud allies of the LGBTQ+ community for many years, we jumped at the opportunity to get involved and play our part in celebrating this fantastic milestone.

Developed predominantly by Sienna, the motif takes the form of an inclusive and powerful fingerprint, representing individual identity. No two fingerprints are ever the same, reflecting the uniqueness of every individual and reinforcing the idea that everyone within the Pride community is valued and shares a sense of belonging.

To mark the 10th Anniversary of the event, celebrations shift from the familiar Firstsite grounds in Lewis Gardens, to the beautiful surroundings of Lower Castle Park.

Tickets are available here: https://www.outsavvy.com/event/38760/colchester-pride-2027 and are currently on an early-bird special price of just £6! Colchester Pride takes place on Saturday 31st July 2027 from 11am to 7pm, with the traditional march route being confirmed nearer the time.

INVOLVED: This quote really resonates with me. I’ve always believed that the best way to learn is by being involved, hav...
02/11/2026

INVOLVED: This quote really resonates with me. I’ve always believed that the best way to learn is by being involved, having a go and learning through experience.

Making sure Sienna is involved in everything DSD has been a huge part of what has become a mentoring journey. I want her to feel included, have a voice, take ownership and, most importantly, have the confidence to give things a go.

Watching that confidence grow in Sienna, celebrating her achievements and being part of those moments where she realises what she can do is something I’ll always value.

Here’s to 2027 and new challenges!

CALLS: It’s the first day of November and we have donated to Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) via Work For Good ...
01/11/2026

CALLS: It’s the first day of November and we have donated to Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) via Work For Good to cover a single helpline call, representing Lleyton Bignall as a new DSD client this month.

I’m so proud to be a commercial partner to CALM, who provide life-saving services, information and advice to help anyone struggling with life navigate the issues that can make us feel miserable. Every month 28,000 calls come into the CALM helpline, meaning that every 59 seconds a request for help is answered.

You can learn more about our Calls for CALM initiative here... https://dansummersdesign.co.uk/calm-with-dsd/

We haven’t tended to celebrate Halloween at the studio before… however Sienna had other ideas this year 😁👏🏻Happy Hallowe...
31/10/2026

We haven’t tended to celebrate Halloween at the studio before… however Sienna had other ideas this year 😁👏🏻

Happy Halloween everyone, have a great weekend!

LET THERE BE LIGHT: Is everyone else as excited as I am that the glowing Apple logo returns on the new MacBook Pro for t...
29/10/2026

LET THERE BE LIGHT: Is everyone else as excited as I am that the glowing Apple logo returns on the new MacBook Pro for the first time in a decade? This particular example is 13 years old… in Apple terms… obsolete 😮 Still, it looks good hung on the wall 🤣

SEVENTEEN: Today marks 17 years since I officially started DSD back in 2009. So much has changed since those early days,...
26/10/2026

SEVENTEEN: Today marks 17 years since I officially started DSD back in 2009. So much has changed since those early days, especially in the past 18 months, with big changes coming in 2027.

I’d like to thank all of DSD’s clients for entrusting your branding with us, it’s a privilege to work with you all.

PERSONALITY: As an experienced home and garden maintenance professional, Lleyton Bignall set out to establish his own ha...
22/10/2026

PERSONALITY: As an experienced home and garden maintenance professional, Lleyton Bignall set out to establish his own handyman business, serving the market town of Arundel and the surrounding areas.

When Lleyton approached DSD to develop his logo and initial branding, he wanted an identity that felt friendly and playful, reflecting his approachable personality and the personal service at the heart of his business.

The motif draws on Arundel’s town boundaries, subtly defining the area Lleyton will initially serve while grounding the identity in a strong sense of local pride. This meaningful connection gives the brand a story of its own, while its unconventional styling sets it apart from the traditional visual language of the handyman and property maintenance sector. Tool-inspired graphics within the four segments reinforce the brand’s handyman credentials, balancing its distinctive style with a clear connection to the services offered.

The bold, robust word mark conveys dependability, strength and confidence. Its compact letterforms and carefully considered spacing create a balanced, cohesive identity that feels both distinctive and established.

We look forward to seeing the new branding rolled out across a broad range of applications.

THE SKETCH: We recently had the pleasure of developing the logo and visual identity for Arundel-based handyman, Lleyton ...
21/10/2026

THE SKETCH: We recently had the pleasure of developing the logo and visual identity for Arundel-based handyman, Lleyton Bignall. Full logo and brand assets coming up in the next post…

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2nd Floor, 78 New London Road
Chelmsford
CM20PD

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Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm

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+441245890238

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