Think beyond the logo.
Every interaction shapes a brand. We consider the whole experience, from the largest architectural gesture to the smallest object.
Independent minds.
Shared vision.
We bring people, disciplines and ideas together to make brands something you can experience.
James Sundstad / Founder & creative directorStrategy sets
Meet James
Strategy sets
the direction.
Design makes
it real.
Meet James Big-picture thinkers.
Hands-on makers.
Werkhaus is led by James Sundstad, an award-winning creative director, brand strategist, store designer and project manager. His work connects branding, design, architecture and build into one complete experience.
From hospitality and fashion to coffee, grocery and restaurants, James and his collaborators have helped brands take shape across the US, UK, Europe, the UAE and Asia. The team brings together architects, interior designers, graphic designers, strategists, writers and makers around a shared purpose.
We believe the most powerful ideas happen when those disciplines work together. Strategy gives the work direction. Story gives it meaning. Design brings it into the world.
Meet the person behind the workConnect the right minds.
A collaborative practice brings different perspectives to the same table. The strategy, story and space develop together.
Carry the idea through.
The details matter. We connect the initial vision to execution, so the finished experience tells the story we set out to tell.
Different places.
An open perspective.
Our collective experience reaches across industries and continents. Working with brands including Starbucks, Target, Amazon and Chihuly brings a broad perspective to every new challenge.
Explore our experience