ABOUT US?

Well, we’re all about you.

ABOUT US

We’re a team of passionate creatives, bouncing off each other's strengths to ensure you get the best experience possible.

We’ve been in the game since 2016, so there’s no smoke and mirrors when we talk about our level of expertise. We’ve helped hundreds of business owners get their presence online, and we aren’t slowing down anytime soon. We geek out over analytics, jump up and down when we see your sales and enquiries rolling in, and pour our hearts and creative little souls into every project we take on.

Empowering you is what drives us.

We are in your corner, supporting your business.

Ngahuia Crossman

Founder & Designer

Raised in an environment with an artistic influence, my mother is a stone carver, my father a woodcarver, and both grandparents painters. You could say art was in my DNA. My business journey started as a fashion stylist. As the years went on, I felt more inspired and connected to the designers and clients I was working for.

  • I decided to change direction and completely rebranded and taught myself Graphic and Web Design. (thanks, google) I discovered I had more passion for shining a light on other creatives and bringing their vision to life. So here we are, three countries, five kids and eight years later.

Brand Manager

Steph Marshall

Branding can be a stressful part of your business, especially when you’re just starting out. But good branding goes beyond technical design skill and pretty aesthetics. The pressure to have a gorgeous colour palette or eye-catching Instagram feed forces many business owners to overlook the most important thing when it comes to branding: intention.

  • I’ve faced my fair share of imposter syndrome and understand how hard it can be. I want to support as many individuals as possible and build their confidence through good branding.

Inspiring Design - our staff

Admin & Accounts

Learna Barrett

My story is set in a beautiful coastal town, where I go beyond traditional financial guidance by focusing on education and Xero software, acting as your friendly guide with personalised advice tailored to your business's needs. I go further than standard services by providing resources and self-paced learning that motivates you to keep learning.

  • My mission is to be the guiding force behind informed decisions, cost-effective financial management, and the ongoing success of our clients, ensuring they navigate their business journey with confidence and resilience.

    Think of us as your allies in making room in your life for the things that really count.

Social Manager

Taryn Barnes

Hi, I’m Taryn! I’m new to my role at Inspiring Design, where I’m diving into all things Webflow as an all-rounder. With a degree in communication design and experience in web development and client support, I love bringing creative visions to life.

  • I’m so excited to be part of a company that’s all about empowering people and inspiring them to turn their dreams into reality! When I’m not working, I’m out in nature with my fiancé and our goldendoodle, Lenny, or cooking up something delicious. Born and raised in Dunedin, I’m all about creativity and connection!

Inspiring Design is based in the gorgeous Blueskin Bay, about 25km north of Dunedin.

We moved back to New Zealand from Bali when the pandemic first hit with our five tamariki, which was a stressful but rewarding experience.

We’re happy to be home and working from such a stunning studio - come and see us! COVID has shown us the importance of being online and being able to operate under adverse circumstances. We make sure to ‘covid-proof’ all our designs, to help you have the best possible chances at thriving, no matter what is thrown at you. 

  • In every phase of your business venture, we stand united by your side, offering unwavering support.

  • Our commitment lies in delivering unparalleled customer experiences. Through reverence and engagements that uplift one's spirit, we infuse excellence into every facet of our work. We embrace your passions, curating support tailored to your unique needs.

  • We openly share our wealth of knowledge, skills, expertise, and experiences, dedicated to enriching your business journey

  • Side by side, we collaborate to bolster your confidence in marketing your business. Our personalised 1:1 assistance guides you through the intricacies of business branding and web design.

  • We grasp the essentials of business expansion. Partnering with us means dismantling branding and website obstacles, propelling you towards your marketing and growth aspirations.

testimonials

Ngahuia is so much more than an incredible brand designer and marketing expert,her knowledge and expertise is 2nd to none, she is so passionate about her clients and their success. The advice and encouragement i have received from Inspiring Design has been priceless to me and the development of my business, I highly highly recommend them to anyone building a brand or wanting to lift their existing brand.

Samatha Chilcott

Inspring Design have been amazing and awesome to work with and I highly recommend to other businesses to meet with them.

Cloey Huia