Trusted experts with people at our core

Kia ora and welcome to Thinkspace – a boutique graphic design studio founded by award-winning designer Esther Chua, and based in Te Awakairangi, Lower Hutt. With over 26 years experience, Esther has worked with a huge range of wonderful people - from startup businesses to government agencies and international brands. No matter how big or small the project is, we work alongside you to craft designs that resonate with your audience and reflect your unique vision and goals.

When your project would benefit, we partner with a core team of exceptional creatives, who add expert skill and knowledge. You can rest assured that when work with us, you’ll be working directly with one of our experienced team who go over and above to make sure we exceed your expectation.

Our partners

WEB + DIGITAL

  • Brent is the owner of Pola Design, and has over 15 years of experience in web design, user experience and branding. He is an expert at bespoke Squarespace websites, Shopify Stores and Webflow sites. Past and current clients include solopreneurs all the way through to large-scale businesses, government agencies, and not-for-profits.

MARKETING + CONTENT

  • Vanessa is the owner of Alchemy Lab, a marketing communications agency working for clients in New Zealand and Australia. She writes content to convey information simply and easily, combining creative and technical communications. Vanessa's experience emcompasses working within health, science, technology, research, manufacturing, construction, and professional services.

MAORI DESIGN CONSULTANT

  • Lee (Ngāti Kahungunu, Ngāti Rongomaiwahine) is an experienced Māori design consultant and Māori art & design practitioner who has worked extensively as a senior design professional in e-learning and government sectors in NZ and Australia. With over 20 years of experience in graphic design, design thinking and communication strategy, he has successfully managed complex projects including global rebrands, stakeholder collaboration and brand development. 

Our services

  • We help you define your brand to create an unforgettable experience for your audience.

    We offer a full brand service from brand creation & workshops to brand guidelines, stationary, merchandise, social media page creation, Microsoft Word and Powerpoint template creation.

  • Experts in visual communication, we love helping you find the right graphic solution for your needs.

    Includes newsletters, brochures, posters & flyers, point of sale, building signage, packaging, vehicle signage, banners & displays.

  • With 26+ years experience in publishing, we know the in's and out's of designing multiple page books and reports, including the review process that goes with it.

    We are specialists in corporate publications, annual reports, and book design.

  • We are passionate about how great design can help support and inspire learners. We work with our clients to create the easiest learning pathway for their audience.

    This includes infographics, adult learning, children's educational resources, and workplace training resources.