Retroactive Studios
Retroactive Studios is a creative partner for brands and organisations that value depth, integrity, and the power of storytelling. We craft design solutions that go beyond aesthetics—infused with insight, strategy, and artistic authenticity.
With a diverse portfolio spanning branding, publications, campaigns, and multimedia storytelling, our mission is to help you communicate with clarity and purpose. We don’t just design what looks beautiful—we design what feels right.
Whether you're a global development agency, a cultural initiative, or a purpose-led brand, we help you build meaningful connections through thoughtful, timeless, and emotionally resonant creative.
/Creative strategy, rooted in purpose. Design, driven by soul./
Purpose
At Retroactive Studios, every project begins with a question: Why does this matter?
We believe design should serve a purpose—anchored in clarity, relevance, and impact. From brand identities to strategic communication campaigns, every creative decision is intentional and aligned with your mission.
Purpose is our compass. We decode the story behind the work, grounding our visuals in insight, meaning, and strategy. If you're looking for creative that’s not just beautiful, but thoughtful, authentic, and mission-aligned—we’re here for that.
/Every idea rooted in meaning, every outcome aligned with purpose./
Soul
The best design carries emotion. It empowers, moves, and inspires. At Retroactive Studios, soul means empathy, intuition, and a deep respect for culture, context, and craft.
We design with warmth and grit—from heritage-inspired illustration to modern visual systems, our work is personal, principled, and globally aware.
If your brand holds meaning, we’ll help you express it—with intelligence, imagination, and intention.
/Design with soul leaves a lasting imprint./
Our Approach
Insight before aesthetics. / Emotionally resonant, intellectually clear. / Every visual element has intent. / Culturally rooted, globally aware. / Always design with a lasting imprint in mind.
Clients
/Trusted by change-makers, innovators, and global impact leaders./
We’ve partnered with leading development agencies, social enterprises, and visionary brands to craft design that informs, inspires, and drives real connection.
WaterAid Pakistan / Karandaaz Pakistan / GIZ – Criminal Investigation & Gender Responsive Policing / Pakistan Microfinance Network (PMN) / USAID / OXFAM / Oxford Policy Management (OPM) / UN Women / FAO / WHO / Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) / Save the Children Pakistan / Nestlé Pakistan / Lake City / ChenOne / Helix Institute / Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) / Sarhad Rural Support Programme (SRSP) / Kashf Foundation