With a focus on strategy and modern aesthetics, we specialize in crafting contemporary brand designs and building beautiful, accessible websites that actually work. We collaborate with clients in the university, research, academic, and non-profit sectors to create designs that are clean, considered, and purposeful—always tailored to reflect each client’s mission and values. Our work prioritizes clarity, functionality, accessibility, and design integrity, empowering organizations to communicate effectively, engage their communities, and amplify their impact.
We specialize in designing custom, modern brand identities that capture your unique personality and align with your values, vision, and target audience.
Research reports, annual reports, academic papers, and research publication designs for Canadian universities, think tanks, non-profit departments, and policy researchers.
Infographics and illustrations are a fantastic way to visualize a concept and make key data immediately communicated to your audience. They can be added to reports or used on social media or as stand alone pieces.
Custom Photography
Whenever possible, Universe Design Studio incorporates custom photography into our design projects. We believe that original images add authenticity, personality, and a cohesive visual story that stock photos simply can’t match. From capturing unique textures and details to showcasing your team or environment, custom photography helps ensure your project stands out and aligns seamlessly with your brand.
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Industries & Clients We Work With
We specialize in working with a diverse range of clients, including:
- Think Tanks
- Research Departments
- University & Education Support
- Public Policy Departments & Academics
- Survey Data Institutes
- Non-Profit Organizations
- Diversity & Future Skills Departments
- Canada Research Chairs
- Social Capital Groups
- Government Departments
- Law & Lawyers
- Healthcare Centres
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Toronto-Based Graphic & Web Design Studio
Universe Design Studio specializes in accessible graphic web design for nonprofits, social enterprises, and community organizations. We help you communicate your mission with branding for nonprofits, engaging presentation designs, and expert digital strategy consulting. Our strategy-led approach delivers beautiful, functional, and inclusive designs that amplify your message and expand your impact. Partner with Universe Design Studio to elevate your organization through purposeful design.
We create contemporary, clean logo and brand design systems with accompanying style guides. Our brand packages give you a design toolkit to create your design assets.
We design high-performing Wordpress websites that easily evolve over time and that your department can easily update. Google Analytics and SEO ensure your website can be analyzed and found. Also, of course, beautiful modern UX design, accessible and AODA compliant, with multilingual function as needed. Learn more about our accessible graphic and website practices.
Research reports, annual reports, academic papers, and research publication designs for U of T and Toronto Metropolitan University, as well as many other Ontario think tanks, non-profit departments and public policy researchers.
Our general and main work is graphic design. The term graphic design applies to pretty much everything required in communications: starting with a strong brand design, your visual identity is applied to all assets needed for your digital, social, and email marketing. See our infosheets and presentation designs.
The Design Blog
We are into knowledge sharing! Check out our design blog where we discuss current ideas, trends and share inspiration and tips for kicking off your design project. We also explain commonly asked FAQs such as how search engine optimization works and what accessibility really involves!
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Strong SEO still drives real traffic—especially now with AI in search results. Here’s why it matters in 2025, and how we help our clients get to the top.
What’s the Difference Between a Regular Graphic Designer and an Accessible One?
Not all designers are trained in accessibility. Learn the key differences between regular and accessible graphic designers—and why it matters for your projects.
Why It Makes Sense to Hire a Sector-Specialized Graphic Designer
Hiring a sector-specialized graphic designer ensures accessible, inclusive, and on-brand communications tailored to public, nonprofit, and academic audiences.
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