DESIGN · CREATIVE DIRECTION · VISUAL COMMUNICATION
Designing,
shaping and moving.
I create distinctive identities, digital experiences and visual communication shaped by strategic thinking and an artist’s eye. From the first idea to the final execution, every project is designed to feel clear, memorable and relevant.
Brand Identity ✦ Print ✦ Web Design ✦ Illustration ✦ 2D Animation ✦ Social Media
Design collections
One practice.
Six disciplines.
Flexible creative support, from a single visual idea to a complete brand world.
BRAND STORIES
Branding & Identity
I create distinctive brand identities with clear concepts and consistent visual systems. From logos, typography and colour palettes to thoughtful stationery and brand applications, every element expresses character, builds recognition and helps each brand connect confidently with its audience.
PRINT & CAMPAIGNS
Advertising & Print Design
I create thoughtful print and campaign materials that translate brand identities into clear communication. From posters, advertisements and flyers to menus, labels, packaging and signage, each piece attracts attention, communicates purpose and creates a memorable presence across physical spaces.
DIGITAL EXPERIENCES
Web Design & Creative Content
I design engaging websites that bring brand identity, structure and user experience together. Each project follows clear objectives, intuitive navigation and responsive layouts, creating a distinctive digital presence that works smoothly and gives visitors a compelling reason to stay and explore.
MOTION & ANIMATION
Motion Graphics
I bring ideas, illustrations and brand stories to life through expressive 2D animation. From storyboards and visual development to movement, sound and final delivery, each creative piece is carefully crafted to build rhythm, strengthen messages and hold the audience’s attention.
ILLUSTRATED WORLDS
Illustration
I create distinctive illustrations for editorial, fashion, branding and cultural projects. Guided by a clear visual direction, each piece develops its own language to communicate character, atmosphere and meaning, bringing ideas and stories to life across digital and printed applications.
SOCIAL CONTENT
Social Media Design
I develop cohesive social media visuals that help brands communicate and stand out online. From campaign concepts and post systems to stories, highlights and animated content, every element supports recognition, encourages engagement and maintains a clear visual direction across channels.
Selected Design Works

A closer look
The story behind the practice
Built through years of
independent creative practice.
Previously known as
HOLA DESIGN STUDIO · Independent
practice since 2001
Before bringing my work together under my own name, I built and developed Hola Design Studio, an independent creative practice shaped through years of branding, illustration, web design and visual storytelling. That experience continues to inform how I think, collaborate and guide projects from the earliest idea to final delivery.
TESTIMONIALS · SELECTED CLIENTS · AWARDS
Experience & Recognition
More than two decades of independent practice have shaped a body of work built through creative partnerships, long-term collaborations and recognised projects. From international brands to independent founders, each experience has strengthened the way I approach ideas, relationships and meaningful visual communication.
Awards & features.
Selected recognition
Selected recognition
Awards & features.
Over more than two decades, my work has been recognised across web design, animation and visual communication. Selected projects have received honours from the Altın Örümcek Web Awards, the Interactive Media Awards and the Horizon Interactive Awards.
01
Akmerkez
Altın Örümcek Web Awards, 2012
Shopping & Lifestyle Centres (Malls)
1st Place
02
Agesa
Altın Örümcek Web Awards, 2012
Insurance
2nd Place
03
Agesa
Altın Örümcek Web Awards, 2011
Insurances
1st Place
04
Agesa
Horizon Interactive Awards, 2010
E-Commerce
2nd Place
05
Garanti Payment Systems
Interactive Media Awards, 2011
Financial Information
Outstanding Achievement
06
Garanti Payment Systems
Altın Örümcek Web Awards, 2010
Financial Services / Banking & Finance
2nd Place
07
Ferco Motor
Horizon Interactive Awards, 2010
E-Commerce
Silver
08
Vespa Lovers Club
Altın Örümcek Web Awards, 2010
Community / Social Communication
1st Place

Selected Clients
“
Merve is a fantastic designer and illustrator. She does a great job weaving together her own unique ideas with her client’s vision. She is always sensitive to deadlines and often goes above and beyond to help accomplish our goals.
Jordan Allott
Executive Producer of In Altum Productions
“
Merve is an amazing artist with so much creativity and understanding of other artists’ intentions. She is not only a graphic designer but a true companion. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a genuine co-creator for their project.
Dr. Aylin Doğan
Founder of Soul Performance Studio
“
Merve is professional, creative, and excellent at understanding my vision and developing new ideas. Her combination of artistic skills, creative ideas and technical know-how makes her a powerhouse in this field.
Daneh Buahmad
Fashion Designer in Daneh Design
What collaborators say.
Kind words

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