Based in Vevey, Zürich and London, we are an independent design agency specialized in the creation of brands and packaging since 1987. We think strategy to establish meaningful visions and consider creativity as our most precious tool.
A team of international,
service-oriented people.
Our insightful team gathers experiences from every corner of the world and various industries. If you are from Switzerland or the UK, we speak your language. If you are not, there’s a good chance that we speak your mother tongue too.
Our history
Since we opened our doors in 1987, one thing hasn’t changed: creativity with a
consumer-centric
approach.
Our history
Since we opened our doors in 1987, one thing hasn’t changed: creativity with a
consumer-centric
approach.
1987
Back in 1987, the creative duo Philippe Guignard and Patrick Gaudard founded the agency in Vevey under the name ARD Graphic SA.
1992
The agency becomes a member of the EPDA, an association of designers created the year before. Today, ARD is proud to also be part of its Board.
2000
Establishment of ARD London’s representative under the name ARD Design Switzerland London Ltd.
2003
ARD expands to Zürich to get closer to its German speaking clients.
2012
Led by Alexandre and Vincent Guignard, the second generation took over the agency in 2012 with the support of Silvija Graf-Coric and Stève Pierrehumbert, who joined the Executive Board.
2020
After 33 years and 3 facelifts, ARD is proud to introduce its refreshed, 4th identity in December 2020.
2023
The opening of ARD's new London office in Shoreditch marks a new chapter for the agency, with Jane Struk joining the Executive Board.