Atticus Design is a Melbourne-based communication design studio that creates thoughtful, engaging and honest design that connects us to each other, and the world we live in.

We offer creative communication solutions spanning identity design, digital design, print design, illustration and packaging.

The studio has worked with a broad range of clients and contexts, spanning architecture, local council, arts festivals and venues, not for profit and government.

How we work

Every project is uniquely different, which is why it’s integral to create a brief that suits your needs. We start by discussing your dreams and goals to better understand what it is you want to achieve. Understanding your vision helps us to create a meaningful and memorable message to communicate to your audience and customers.

The foundation of any project relies on good project management and we make a strong commitment to work closely with you to deliver creative solutions that connect, are on time, and on budget.

Our Services

  • Identity Design

    Design of an identity system to represent your organisation. The system includes the logo, typography, colour palette and visual language to use across all media in print and online environments.

  • Print design

    Brochures, annual reports, stationery, books, catalogues, programs, packaging. Copywriting and editing, photography, print management.

  • Illustration and infographics

    Custom illustration. Infographics are visual representations of information or data designed to convey complex concepts or data sets quickly and clearly.

  • Digital design

    Website design and development, eNewsletters, social media templates, and assets.

  • Branding audits and guidelines

    Creating style guides for an organisation to manage its brand.

  • Brand Strategy

    A stratety that aligns an organisations objectives, values, and messaging to create a distinct and compelling identity in the minds of their audience.

  • Environmental design

    Signage and wayfinding systems.

  • Internal documentation design

    Design of Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Google Docs, and email signatures.

Our clients

About Will Mahon

Atticus Design was founded by Creative Director Will Mahon.

For 25 years, Will has been developing his creative practice both in Melbourne and abroad. Will’s design is informed by the world around him, drawing inspiration from music, signage, nature, family, art and writing.

As well as Atticus, Will tutors in typography at RMIT University, Melbourne.

Contact Will to start the conversation about your next project.

Will Mahon