We design beautiful brands and websites
However, it’s not all
about the aesthetic, it’s deeper than that
Our purpose is simple,
to make your future,
beautiful
About us
Our approach is guided by four key principles. This is how we consistently, make it beautiful™
Make it great
We will be bold and ambitious, creating the most engaging creative work possible.
Make it enjoyable
We make every project a positive experience for both our clients and ourselves.
Make it happen
We go above and beyond to ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget.
Make it work
We produce informed and effective work that makes a positive difference to clients’ businesses.
Leadership
Future is guided by an experienced and dedicated leadership team you can rely on.
Nick Yates
Managing Director / FounderNick has over 28 years experience within the industry. In 2006 Nick formed Future and has continued to push the creative boundaries of Public and Private Sector design and marketing, gaining vast experience and recognition and numerous industry awards. His business focused approach to creativity and commitment to customer service is key to Future’s longevity.
Grant Mitchell
Creative DirectorGrant also has over 28 years experience within the industry. He has worked at some of the country’s most respected creative agencies and the quality of his work been recognised with numerous local, national and international awards. Grant also takes an active role within design education, nurturing and inspiring the next generation of creative talent.
Becky Barbanneau
Senior DesignerBecky is a Senior Designer at Future with over 10 years experience in the design industry. A graduate of Manchester School of Art, she has also trained in Typography Design at Cooper Union, New York. Becky has a keen eye for typography and has worked on numerous branding, campaign and website projects for high-profile clients from the NHS to Aldi.
The beautiful work we produce only happens thanks to the talent, energy and enthusiasm of our amazing team.
Charities & Education
We’re passionate about doing our bit to make the world a better place.
Grant helped raise over £2k for charity, riding a BMX from Manchester to Blackpool.
Future invited fellow creatives to design posters in response to the lockdown of 2020, raising over £1k for the NHS.
We are proud to support a local junior basketball team.
We have helped numerous school, college and university students gain a taste of life at a creative agency.
Inspiring the next generation of designers and developers through talks, like this one at Staffordshire University.
We regularly welcome students into our studio, giving them an insight into what it’s like to work in a creative environment.
Our team always enjoy meeting students, sharing their experience and setting briefs, like this visit to Stockport College.
We are regular supporters of design events like Two+Two and Ladies, Wine & Design.
Grant helped raise over £2k for charity, riding a BMX from Manchester to Blackpool.
Future invited fellow creatives to design posters in response to the lockdown of 2020, raising over £1k for the NHS.
We are proud to support a local junior basketball team.
We have helped numerous school, college and university students gain a taste of life at a creative agency.
Inspiring the next generation of designers and developers through talks, like this one at Staffordshire University.
We regularly welcome students into our studio, giving them an insight into what it’s like to work in a creative environment.
Our team always enjoy meeting students, sharing their experience and setting briefs, like this visit to Stockport College.
We are regular supporters of design events like Two+Two and Ladies, Wine & Design.