D-S-Design Studio Wins Independent Business of the Year at the 2026 Shaftesbury Business Awards

I am incredibly proud and excited to share that D-S-Design Studio has officially won Independent Business of the Year at the 2026 Shaftesbury Business Awards. 🏆

The awards ceremony took place on Tuesday 14th July 2026, bringing together businesses from across Shaftesbury and the surrounding area to celebrate local entrepreneurship, innovation and community contribution.

To hear D-S-Design Studio announced as the winner was a genuinely special moment and one that I will never forget.

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A Huge Honour

As a completely independent business, this award means a great deal.

D-S-Design Studio started with little more than a passion for design, a laptop and a determination to help local businesses build stronger online presences.

Over the past two years, the studio has grown steadily through referrals, recommendations and the support of incredible clients who trusted me with their websites, branding, graphic design, SEO and digital marketing.

Winning Independent Business of the Year is recognition not only of the work I do, but also of the relationships I have built with the businesses and organisations I am fortunate enough to work alongside.

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Thank You

This award would not have been possible without the support of so many people.

Thank you to every client who has trusted D-S-Design Studio with their business.

Thank you to everyone who has recommended my services, shared my work, left reviews, offered advice, or simply supported the journey from the sidelines.

Thank you to my family, friends and partner for their continued encouragement and belief in what I do.

Most importantly, thank you to the Shaftesbury business community for creating such a supportive environment where independent businesses can thrive.

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Celebrating Local Business

One of the most rewarding aspects of running D-S-Design Studio has been helping local businesses tell their stories online.

From independent retailers and hospitality venues to artists, charities, consultants and tradespeople, every project has been an opportunity to support another local business in achieving its goals.

Shaftesbury is home to an incredible range of talented and hardworking business owners, and it was a privilege simply to be recognised alongside so many deserving finalists.

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Looking Back on an Incredible Year

This award follows what has already been an exciting period for D-S-Design Studio.

Recent milestones have included:

• Winning Creative Design Studio of the Year (South West) at the Prestige Awards
• Expanding services across website design, branding and digital marketing
• Achieving multiple Webflow and HubSpot certifications
• Launching the new D-S-Design Studio website and Welcome Guide
• Supporting more businesses across Dorset, Somerset and Wiltshire than ever before

Each achievement has helped strengthen the studio and improve the service I provide to clients.

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Looking Ahead

While winning this award is an incredible achievement, it also motivates me to keep improving.

I remain committed to:

• Creating bespoke websites that generate enquiries
• Delivering professional branding and graphic design
• Helping businesses improve their online visibility through SEO
• Providing honest advice and ongoing support
• Continuing to invest in professional development and industry certifications

The goal remains exactly the same as it was when D-S-Design Studio began:

Helping businesses show up online with confidence.

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Here's to the Future

Winning Independent Business of the Year is a milestone I am incredibly proud of, but it is also just the beginning of the next chapter.

Thank you again to everyone who has supported D-S-Design Studio over the past two years.

I cannot wait to see what comes next.

🏆 Independent Business of the Year 2026
🏆 Creative Design Studio of the Year 2025/26

And hopefully many more exciting milestones to come.

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