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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.

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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.

EXPLORE BRAND IDENTITIES
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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.
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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.

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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.

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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.

EXPLORE ILLUSTRATION
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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.

EXPLORE SOCIAL MEDIA DESIGN

Selected Design Works

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A closer look

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BrandING · Web DESIGN

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MOTION GRAPHICS . SOCIAL MEDIA DESIGN

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Branding . illustration . LABEL DESIGN

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

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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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HAVE AN IDEA IN MIND?

Tell me a little
about it.

Whether you're looking for creative direction, design support, an artistic collaboration or something entirely new, I'd love to hear about it.

Prefer to talk?

Free 15-minute
discovery call

A short, informal conversation about your project and how we might work together.

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WHAT ARE YOU INTERESTED IN?
BUDGET RANGE
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Make your next idea happen.

From brand identity and web design to illustration and visual storytelling, let’s shape your ideas into something clear, thoughtful and distinctive.

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