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D-S-Design Studio Wins Creative Design Studio of the Year

I’m incredibly proud to share that D-S-Design Studio has officially been awarded Creative Design Studio of the Year for the South West at the 2025/26 Prestige Awards — a huge honour that recognises creativity, consistency, and the impact the studio has made across the region.

From One-Person Studio to Award-Winning Business

D-S-Design Studio began as a one-person setup — just me, my laptop and a vision to help local businesses show up online with clarity and confidence. What started as a small creative venture in Shaftesbury has grown into a trusted studio working with businesses, artists and organisations across Dorset, Somerset and Wiltshire.

Over the years, I’ve created bespoke websites, crafted branding and print design, delivered SEO and digital strategy, and supported countless local businesses with graphic design and social media management. Every project is a collaboration — combining creativity, strategy and craftsmanship to help businesses grow with confidence online.

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Official Prestige Awards Editorial Feature

The award came with a full editorial feature in the official Prestige Awards publication. Their updated write-up perfectly captures the heart of what D-S-Design Studio stands for:

“D-S-Design Studio is a creative design studio based in Shaftesbury, founded and led by designer Daniel Sherlock. Built on a foundation of creativity and precision, the studio has built a stellar reputation for delivering bespoke digital and branding solutions that help businesses, creatives and organisations stand out in each of their competitive fields. Offering a comprehensive suite of services — from website design and development to branding, graphic design, SEO, social media management and website maintenance — D-S-Design Studio ensures every aspect of a client’s visual identity works in unison. Each project is crafted from the ground up, with a focus on user experience, visual cohesion and reliable business growth.”

They continued:

“The judges were particularly impressed by the personable, collaborative ethos that permeates across every service available from Daniel at D-S-Design Studio. The design specialist works closely with clients at every stage — from concept to launch — providing clarity, creativity and guidance throughout every process. Whether helping a start-up establish its first online presence or refining the digital identity of an established brand, Dan approaches every project with the same level of care and commitment. The results speak for themselves: companies are empowered to strengthen online presence, attract new audiences and communicate values effectively.”

And their closing line beautifully sums up my approach:

“D-S-Design Studio creates bespoke websites and branding that combine creativity, strategy and craftsmanship to help businesses grow with confidence online.”

📰 Featured in Print

The full write-up will also appear in the official printed Prestige Awards publication — showcasing D-S-Design Studio alongside other leading businesses across the South West. It’s an incredible opportunity to put Shaftesbury’s creative talent on a wider stage.

🚀 What’s Next for D-S-Design Studio

This award has motivated me to push even further — refining my design processes, continuing to improve SEO results for clients, and expanding services across web design, branding, digital strategy and content creation.

I’ll also be sharing more behind-the-scenes moments, client stories and practical design advice here on the blog and across social media.

If you’d like to work with an award-winning creative studio in Shaftesbury, I’d love to bring your next project to life.

👉 Get in touch today to start your journey with D-S-Design Studio.

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