Designing Solutions for Partners –

Designing Solutions for Partners –

Designing Solutions for Partners –

Designing Solutions for Partners –

About Us
OBAN & INVERNESS
WARMLY COLLABORATING
WITH GREAT LOCAL PEOPLE
Direction . Design . Digital
Highlands & Islands

We are Norsto, a design studio shaped by

We are Norsto, a design studio shaped by

Scotland’s warm communities and

Scotland’s warm communities and

wild places. We work with our partners

wild places. We work with our partners

to bring strategy, creativity, and design that

to bring strategy, creativity, and design that

feels authentic, alive, and built to last.

feels authentic, alive, and built to last.

We collaborate closely with organisations who care about doing things well. By understanding what matters to them, we create thoughtful work that strengthens their presence and supports their long-term vision.

+15

Years of experience

100%

Independant studio

1. Collaboration

We see clients as part of the team. The best ideas come from genuine partnership, not hierarchy.

2. Authenticity

We tell real stories about real people. Our work reflects truth, not trends.

VALUES /

VALUES /

3. Care

We go the extra mile – not because we have to, but because we believe in what we make and who we make it for.

4. Curiosity

We’re always learning, exploring, and evolving – balancing new ideas and technology with timeless principles of good design.

WHO WE ARE /

WHO WE ARE /


We bring years of experience in strategy, design, and development, paired with deep knowledge of local markets, delivering work with the warmth, honesty, and personal touch that make the Highlands unique.

Iwan Roberts
Founder

Iwan brings expert technical ability and years of experience developing websites that generate real results. With a deep understanding of local markets, he provides clear strategic and advisory support to help businesses make confident design decisions. Well rooted in the Oban community, he contributes to several community initiatives. He is also committed to supporting Gaelic language and culture, working with these communities and rural businesses to strengthen their digital presence whilst keeping their stories and identity.

Jack Gordon
Founder

Jack is an expert designer specialising in creative direction, branding, web design, and UX/UI. He has worked with hundreds of clients worldwide and now lives in Inverness, enjoying the outdoors lifestyle the Highlands has to offer. With a meticulous eye for detail, he collaborates closely with clients to create clear, thoughtful, and effective design that truly reflects who they are, solves real problems, and delivers work of lasting quality.

OUR PROCESS /

OUR PROCESS /


Every project has its own character, so think of this as a guide rather than a strict formula. As a small boutique studio, we adapt our approach to suit you and your goals, always aiming to create work that feels honest, effective, and built around your needs.

01. Discover

01. Discover

01. Discover

✲ Discover & Define

We begin by getting to know you properly, understanding your goals, your audience, and what you want to achieve. Through clear conversations and careful listening, we define a direction that gives the project purpose and focus.

02. Explore

02. Explore

02. Explore

✲ Explore, Research, and Experiment

We explore ideas early, researching your industry, studying your users, and gathering inspiration. Through sketches, concepts, and creative experimentation, we uncover authentic and purposeful directions so we can move forward with confidence.

03. Design

03. Design

03. Design

✲ bring your project to life

This is where everything comes to life. We refine the chosen direction into clear, thoughtful design, crafting the visuals, interface, or brand system your project needs. The result is cohesive, distinctive, and ready for the real world.

04. BUILD

04. BUILD

04. BUILD

✲ Build, Test, and Improve

Once the design is approved, we create. Whether developing a website or producing final assets, we test and refine our work as we go, learning from real interactions so the end result feels intuitive, functional, and robust.

05. LAUNCH

05. LAUNCH

05. LAUNCH

✲ When everything is ready to thrive

When everything is aligned and ready to succeed, we launch. From websites to brand rollouts, we ensure a smooth handover and continue to support you after launch, helping the project grow and evolve.

WHO WE ARE /

WHO WE ARE /

Craft

CRAFT

CRAFT

CRAFT

YOUR

YOUR

YOUR

YOUR

NORTH

NORTH

NORTH

NORTH

STORY

STORY

STORY

STORY

WITH US

WITH US

WITH US

WITH US

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