What I’m Learning Moving from an In-House Team to a Design Studio
Through my design career, I’ve had the opportunity to work on several different design teams — in varying sizes, working styles and team dynamics. Most recently, moving from an in-house team to Fusion! And while I’m still settling in, I’ve already noticed some interesting differences between in-house and agency life.
We Went to DesignThinkers Toronto 2025!
DesignThinkers Toronto 2025 gave us plenty to think about—inspiring talks, creative sparks, and a few laughs along the way. When we got back, we asked the team what resonated most. Here’s what stood out.
Mismatch: How Inclusion Shapes Design by Kat Holmes— Book Review
Holmes does an amazing job covering the different areas in the world where people encounter “Mismatches” leaving them to feel excluded. She goes on to explain, as people with influence, we need to consider when our own prejudices and biases leave a space for someone else to feel left out — you never know when you’ll find yourself on the other side.
Do I need a Frontend Developer or a Backend Developer?
When you decide to create a website or if running into a problem with your existing one, one of the first questions is often “Who should I reach out to?”. If you’re not familiar with web development, it can be confusing to figure out whether you need a frontend developer, a backend developer, or someone else entirely.
Brands Grow Up, Too
Each time a brand announces an update, there’s a flood of opinions online, both in favour of the re-brand, and protesting that companies shouldn’t be allowed to change their look. Ever. This can be an intimidating dichotomy for designers to navigate.
We Went to DesignThinkers Vancouver 2025!
Last week, Team Fusion had the opportunity to head back to the west coast and attended the DesignThinkers conference in Vancouver. Our trip was filled with exciting experiences, from discovering more of BC, to bonding as a team and learning invaluable lessons at the conference. We’re excited to share our trip highlights with you.
Colouring inside the lines: Fostering creativity within the confines of a brand
This year for DesignThinkers Vancouver I was asked to participate in moderating a discussion on how to find new creativity within a brand. This is something that as a team we’re constantly talking about, how do we push a brand while still maintaining the family resemblance that gets stakeholders, without breaking any actual brand rules?
How We Keep Our Team Thriving (and High-Fiving!)
A great team isn’t just about getting things done—it’s about creating an environment where we feel excited to show up, and bring our best ideas to the table. When we trust each other, celebrate our wins, and share a sense of purpose, work becomes more than just a job—it becomes something we’re truly proud to be part of.
Bold & Breaking Through: Graphic Design Trends on the Rise in 2025
In the fast paced world of the internet and social media, graphic design trends change very quickly and spread even quicker. As designers, we keep up on trends and new emerging technology to ensure we’re best equipped to solve clients’ design challenges. Here are some big trends that have been making their mark leading into 2025:
Stories That Built Us
As we celebrate Fusion’s 30th anniversary, it feels like the perfect time to reflect on the journey that built us and brought us here.