Clarity is our creative direction.
Ours Studio was founded by two designers with a shared vision, to redefine what creative excellence looks like for underrepresented founders.
Since launching, we’ve built a growing presence across the U.S., partnering with startups, cultural brands, and community-led businesses to bring clarity, beauty, and strategy to life. Our work has shaped brands that don’t just exist in the market, they move it forward.
As a queer-led, diverse design studio, we know what it means to fight for space in a world that doesn’t always make room. We’ve built Ours Studio to be that space, where your vision is elevated, your voice is heard, and your story is told with clarity and boldness.
( OUR DNA )
( OUR FOUNDERS )
Mai
ROLE
Founder & Designer
Mai Ryde is a designer and creative director whose work is rooted in culture, community, and identity. Before co-founding Ours Studio, Mai built a career in human services and community-centered programs, work that shaped a deep understanding of how people connect, what they need, and how systems can be reimagined to serve them better.
They began their design career in 2020 and have since worked across multiple realms of design including branding, experiential, digital, and promotional design. That foundation now informs every brand and website Mai designs, blending strategy and storytelling to create identities that feel as human as they are bold.
Known for work that centers belonging and clarity, Mai partners with founders to turn big ideas into thoughtful brands that resonate.
With an approach that is both intuitive and strategic, Mai focuses on building design systems and digital experiences that move with purpose and invite people in.
ApriL
ROLE
Founder & Designer
April is a designer and creative director with a sharp eye for detail and a love of turning bold ideas into thoughtful, lasting design.
Before co-founding Ours Studio, April built her career across branding, web design, and creative strategy, shaping visual identities that place story and culture at the center. Her experience spans design studios, agencies, and independent projects, guiding work from concept to launch with an emphasis on collaboration and creative trust.
April’s work has been recognized for its clarity, craft, and ability to help brands stand out without losing their heart. She has led design and managed teams for Fortune 500 companies and global brands including Apple, L’Oréal, The United Nations and many others.
April focuses on branding and design systems that balance big-picture vision with hands-on craft.
