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Black and white exhibition stand concept design by Montano Design Studio

JOSHUA MONTANO
CREATIVE DIRECTOR/FOUNDER

About Me:
I started Montano Design Studio to bring my own uncompromising vision of design to life. For me, it's all about blending bold branding activations with aesthetics that truly add value. I wanted to create a studio where each project reflects a fresh, personal approach.

  • Montano Design Studio was built on a simple idea: design should do more than look good; it should work seamlessly to meet your objectives and enhance user experience.

    With over 20 years in the creative industry and 12+ years in exhibitions and experiential design, I focus on creating work that’s both visually strong and grounded in real-world execution, inspiring confidence in our expertise.

    We approach every project with clarity and intent, pushing the creative while keeping it practical, buildable, and impactful where it matters most.

    That’s what MDS stands for.
    Design that not only looks the part, but performs.

  • I don’t jump straight into visuals.

    Every project begins with a thorough understanding of the brief-the goals, the space, and what actually needs to work on site-so the audience feels assured that their needs are prioritized and respected. From there, I develop ideas that are not just visually strong, but practical to build and execute without unnecessary complications.

    Achieving the right balance between creative expression and functional practicality is essential, ensuring the design is both innovative and feasible. This approach aims to inspire industry professionals by demonstrating a thoughtful and reliable process.
    Push the creative boundaries while maintaining clarity because it reinforces the approach to innovative yet effective design, ensuring the design performs well in the real world, not just on screen.

    That’s how I approach every project at MDS.

  • We collaborate with brands, agencies, and teams seeking dependable design support because they see design as more than just visuals.

    Most of the time, they’re under pressure, with tight deadlines, high expectations, and no room for mistakes. They need work that’s clear, considered, and ready to execute properly the first time, so they can trust the results and focus on their goals.

    Whether we support internal teams or deliver large-scale projects, we focus on moving quickly, thinking clearly, and getting it right on site.

KIRK MONTANO
STRATEGIC ADVISOR

About Me:
I work as the Strategic Advisor at Montano Design Studio, where I help guide the studio’s growth, business strategy, and client relationships. I focus on building strong partnerships, finding new opportunities, and helping MDS become a top creative partner for brands, agencies, and production teams.

  • I work closely with the MDS team to provide strategic guidance across business growth, client development, partnerships, and commercial direction. My approach is practical and opportunity-focused — helping identify where MDS can create the most value, build stronger relationships, and make better long-term decisions as the studio grows.

  • MDS brings together creative thinking, spatial design, and practical production knowledge to help turn ideas into clear, considered brand experiences. We work across exhibitions, activations, retail environments, and physical brand spaces, supporting projects from early concepts through design development and production-ready documentation.

    Our role is to make the design process easier for clients, agencies, and production teams by solving problems early, improving clarity, and making sure the final idea is both visually strong and realistic to deliver. We focus on creating work that not only looks good, but also makes sense commercially, technically, and in the real world.

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SANDRA FROME
GRAPHIC DESIGNER

About Me:
I am a graphic designer specialising in branding, marketing, and digital media, with expertise in exhibitions and interactive environments. I develop cohesive visual identities for both physical and digital platforms, ranging from large-scale exhibition graphics to daily marketing materials, including advertising, print, and social media content.

  • I make sure every step is clear, collaborative, and efficient from beginning to end.

    I start each project by learning about your brand, goals, and where the design will be used, whether that's an exhibition, a marketing campaign, or a digital platform. Then I create visual directions that fit your needs, are practical, and easy to build on.

    I follow a structured process, refining ideas with clear feedback so things move forward smoothly without extra back and forth. After approval, I prepare all artwork for production and make sure files are accurate, consistent, and ready for print or digital use.

    My goal is simple: deliver designs that look great, work in real life, and are ready when you need them.

  • I approach every project with a clear plan, making sure things stay efficient and on track from the beginning.

    First, I learn about the brief, goals, and how the design will be used. Then I create concepts that are both creative and practical.

    I handle feedback efficiently to keep things moving and avoid delays. After approval, I prepare all artwork to meet production standards, making sure everything is accurate, consistent, and ready for print or digital use.

    My goal is simple: deliver designs that look great, work in real situations, and are ready to use.

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