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Branding · Websites · Video | Hospitality · Wellness · Lifestyle · Beauty ||

WHAT WE DO | Bold brands deserve bold storytelling

Your brand deserves more than “nice-looking.” We build the systems that stop the scroll, earn trust, and turn interest into bookings.

OUR SERVICES | Designed to solve Strategy, Design & Content problems. Fast.

Cut the guesswork and get ready to grow your brand with our services.

OUR PORTFOILIO | Our process is rigorous and challenging- and that is what makes the results more meaningful.

Get inspired by our brands

BRANDING, WEBSITE & VIDEO PACKAGES | For businesses that want to get it right from the get-go

Choose your path. Clear scope, clear results.

I need Branding

  • Q: What makes a strong brand today?
    A strong brand isn’t about following trends or fitting into someone else’s mould. It’s about building a visual and strategic foundation that feels true to you, your audience, and your goals.

    Q: How do you create a brand that feels authentic?
    We begin by understanding you — how you work, what drives you, and where you want to go. Only then do we shape a strategy and identity that reflects your values and speaks directly to your audience.

    Q: Why do you start with strategy instead of design?
    Because design without strategy is just decoration. A brand identity on its own can look nice, but without clarity it feels hollow. Strategy ensures your visuals have meaning, purpose, and the power to drive lasting growth.

    Q: What makes your approach different from other branding services?
    We don’t believe in overnight formulas or rigid rules. Everything we create is intentional, not template-driven, and adapted to different journeys. Whether you’re launching, scaling, or rebranding, your brand should grow with you.

    Q: What’s the outcome of this approach?
    An identity that looks beautiful and performs. A brand that connects with the right people, builds trust, and gives you the confidence to show up consistently — everywhere your audience meets you.

  • Q: What’s the Essential Brand Start for?
    It’s a fast, focused foundation for early-stage founders. You get the core brand elements to build on.

    Q: What’s included?
    Two 2-hour strategy + design sessions, followed by a 30-min handover. You walk away with moodboard, logo suite, typography, colour palette, and a mini brand guide.

    Q: Why is this smart for me?
    It gives you clarity, cohesion, and launch-ready design—without overwhelm.

  • Q: What’s extra in the Signature package?
    You get deeper strategy, visual branding, and mockups for packaging, print, or social—designed to make your brand feel higher-tier.

    Q: What do I receive?
    Four 2-hour sessions: strategy, logos + palette, mockups, and launch prep. You’ll get a detailed brand guide, and multiple mockup concepts for packaging or printed assets.

    Q: Who is this for?
    Brands ready to elevate with professionalism and a unified visual system.

  • Q: What’s covered in Full Brand Design?
    Everything. Strategy, visual identity, packaging, prints, social visuals, and a full website design (Squarespace or Shopify)—all deeply aligned.

    Q: What’s the process?

    • Strategy: values, competitor research, positioning, messaging, roadmap

    • Design: moodboards, palettes, typography, logos, look-board

    • Production: packaging concepts, preparation for print

    • Instagram visuals

    • Website mockup and final build with SEO-aware design

    Q: Who should choose this?
    Visionary founders who want a fully cohesive brand, from digital to physical, with strategic and aesthetic impact.

  • Q: Why does packaging design matter for my brand?
    Because your customer’s first physical touchpoint is the packaging. Custom packaging creates a memorable unboxing experience, builds loyalty, and communicates quality.

    Q: What do I get with this service?
    Production-ready files for labels, boxes, tissue, inserts, and branded merchandise. Everything is designed to print flawlessly and elevate your product experience.

    Q: Who is this for?
    Wellness brands, beauty products, lifestyle businesses, and hospitality companies that want packaging and merch design aligned with their brand identity.

  • Q: What platform is best for my business — Squarespace or Shopify?
    Squarespace is ideal for service providers, coaches, and creatives who need a simple, stylish site. Shopify is designed for e-commerce, making it perfect for selling multiple products or offers.

    Q: What types of websites do you design?

    1. Landing Page Style → A one-page website built for service providers, retreats, wellness coaches, or businesses with a focused offer.

    2. Multi-Page Websites → Full sites for brands with multiple offers, product ranges, or campaigns — especially effective for beauty, wellness, lifestyle, and hospitality e-commerce.

    Q: What’s included?
    Custom Squarespace or Shopify builds, AEO/SEO-friendly setup, clear site architecture, copy direction, and a smooth handover so you can manage it yourself.

    Q: Why invest in a professional website instead of DIY?
    Because your website is your business’s home online. A professionally designed site builds trust, improves SEO, and converts visitors into clients or customers.

INQUIRE ABOUT BRANDING PACKAGES >

I need Video

  • Q: Why does my brand need video?
    Because people don’t just want to see your brand — they want to feel it. The right video makes people stop, connect, and remember.

    Q: What makes Studio V&H video different?
    We blend cinematic production with brand strategy and design. That means your video isn’t just beautiful — it’s built to reach the audience you care about and move them to act.

    Q: What can I use video for?

    • To grow your brand online.

    • To showcase your latest project.

    • To tell the story behind your business.

    Q: Will my video look like a template or trend?
    No. Your brand has its own voice, story, and audience. We design everything around that — not a cookie-cutter formula.

    Q: What’s the result?
    A video that works as more than content. It becomes a tool: building trust, sparking emotion, and pushing your business forward.

  • Q: Why do I need professional short-form video?
    Because your audience scrolls fast. If your content doesn’t stop them, they’ll forget you.

    Q: What do I get with this package?
    4 professionally produced reels — ready for Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts. Polished, on-brand, and designed to grow your visibility.

    Q: Who is this package best for?
    Brands and businesses that want consistent, high-quality social media content that builds awareness and drives engagement.

  • Q: What’s a Brand Highlight Video?
    A short, punchy video (up to 60 seconds) that captures one project, event, or campaign with maximum impact.

    Q: Where does it work best?
    On social media and websites — quick, sharp, and built to grab attention.

    Q: Who is it for?
    Brands launching something new, hosting events, or running campaigns that need an eye-catching promo video.

  • Q: Why a showcase video instead of photos?
    Photos show what something looks like. A video makes people feel it.

    Q: What’s included?
    A cinematic showcase of atmosphere, design, and detail — no interviews or voiceovers needed. Perfect for portfolios.

    Q: Who is this best for?
    Architects, interior designers, real estate professionals, hotels, Airbnbs, and lifestyle brands who want to elevate their portfolio.

  • Q: What is a Brand Story Film?
    It’s a cinematic film that tells your brand’s story — who you are, what you stand for, and why people should choose you.

    Q: What makes it powerful?
    It builds trust, inspires loyalty, and sets you apart. On a homepage or campaign, it shows your audience the heart behind your brand.

    Q: Who is this best for?
    Businesses that want to connect emotionally with their audience. Wellness or lifestyle businesses, architects, designers, hotels or any other brands that might want to share their story, values and more with cinematic video that truly connects.

  • Q: What makes this different from other videos?
    It’s deeper. Through interviews, behind-the-scenes, and cinematic storytelling, it shows your people, your purpose, and your passion.

    Q: Why invest in this?
    Because it inspires trust and creates a connection your audience won’t forget. It’s the kind of content people remember — and share.

    Q: Who is it best for?
    Brands ready to invest in a flagship video that becomes the heart of their marketing.

INQUIRE ABOUT VIDEO PACKAGES >

I need a full brand transformation

 Multiple elements within branding, website, merch & Video
  • Q: What is the Full Brand Transformation package?
    It’s a complete 360° service — combining branding, website, packaging or merch design, and video production. Everything you need to show up consistently and grow with confidence, all under one roof.

    Q: What makes this different from your other packages?
    It’s fully tailored. Some brands need a full rebrand with packaging and a new Shopify store. Others need video content and a website refresh. This package adapts to your goals, stage, and industry.

    Q: Who is this for?
    Wellness coaches, spas, and retreats ready to level up.
    Beauty brands launching products that need packaging, web, and video.
    Lifestyle businesses looking for a complete rebrand.
    Architects and designers who want portfolios that look as polished as their projects.
    Hotels and hospitality brands who need a unified system across print, web, and video.

  • You can combine some or all the elements below:

    • Brand Strategy & Identity → clarity on your audience, positioning, and a visual system that scales.

    • Website Design (Squarespace or Shopify) → built for conversion, whether you’re selling services, products, or experiences.

    • Packaging & Merch Design → custom, print-ready assets for products and physical touchpoints.

    • Video Content → cinematic storytelling, product videos, short-form content for socials.

  • Why invest in a full-service package?
    Because hiring different freelancers often creates a fragmented brand. With this package, everything is connected — strategy, design, website, video, packaging — so your audience experiences one cohesive brand everywhere they meet you.

INQUIRE ABOUT THE FULL PACKAGE >

Path to Studio V&H

Our Story

SOFIA & JAMES
MOVE TO PORTUGAL

We both relocated from London to Portugal, bringing both businesses with us.

Sofia expanded her reach internationally, refining her focus on beauty, wellness, and lifestyle.

James built a strong client base in real estate, interiors, architecture, and hospitality — working with both local and international businesses.

2011-2021


2021

SOFIA

Started out in Architecture — learning the importance of structure, detail, and aesthetics. Pivoted into business sales, marketing, and social media before finding her true calling in branding strategy and design.

JAMES

Trained as a Chef, where precision and creativity came hand in hand. Transitioned into sales and management before building expertise in video production across weddings, music, TV, architecture, hospitality, and brands.


VAGO DESIGNS

Sofia launched her first studio, delivering strategy-led branding and websites for a wide range of industries — from interiors and healthcare to beauty, lifestyle, and wellness.

HONED FILMS

James launched his video studio, producing cinematic, story-driven content across music, events, interior design, real estate, hospitality, and lifestyle brands.


2 CREATIVES,
1 STUDIO: STUDIO V&H

After collaborating on varied projects, the future was clear: our combined skills created stronger results for our clients.

We merged to form Studio V&H — a natural blend of strategy, design, and video under one roof. Together, we now offer a 360° service for wellness, beauty, lifestyle, and hospitality brands that want clarity, consistency, and impact.

2023


2025

COURSE & RESOURCES | Empathy-led, thought-driven, and practical tools to take your brand to the next level.

Level up your brand on your
terms with these resources for business owners ready to rise.

Our Course

DIY Strategy, Branding & Video

Learn how to do your own Brand Strategy, Design, Video Content and more. A full follow-along guide, with templates, videos and more.

EXPLORE OUR COURSE >

Templates

DIY resources for founders

Quick-start tools for branding, content, and product video. Plug-and-play resources for founders.

SHOP TEMPLATES >

Free Resources

Videos, Articles and More

Bite-sized tips, blogs, and videos on branding and content. Dive into our blog or YouTube.

GO TO RESOURCES >

Let's make it happen.

Identity that turns heads. Websites that convert. Video that makes people feel something. Whatever your next move, we’re here to build it with you.