Name: Polar
Address: 124 City Road, London, England, EC1V 2NJ, GB
Telephone: 01245 471706
Price range: $100 - $149
Rating: 5.0

Rewriting the rules

Most brands swim downstream.

They do what’s easy, taking zero risks, following the crowd.

We do the polar opposite. One brand. One focus. One at a time.

Brand – but bigger and braver.

Min project size
$25,000+
Hourly rate
$100 - $149 / hr
Employees
2 - 9
Locations
London, England
Year founded
Founded 2013
Languages
Timezones

Service Lines

Branding: 50%
Graphic Design: 25%
Web Design: 25%

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Branding Focus

Corporate identity: 45%
Brand messaging: 20%
Brand strategy: 20%
Product branding: 15%

CMS Focus

Adobe Experience Manager CMS: 50%
WordPress CMS: 50%

Design Focus

Annual Reports & Newsletter Design: 25%
Magazine & Book Cover Design: 15%
Brochure & Pamphlet Design: 10%
Business Card Design: 10%
Digital Signage Design: 10%
Environmental Graphic Design: 10%
Infographic Design: 10%
Presentation Design: 10%

Industries

Automotive: 10%
Business services: 10%
Consumer products & services: 10%
Energy & natural resources: 10%
Financial services: 10%
Food & Beverage: 10%
Hospitality & leisure: 10%
Insurance: 10%
Retail: 10%
Supply Chain, Logistics, and Transport: 10%

Clients

Midmarket ($10M - $1B): 40%
Enterprise (>$1B): 30%
Small Business (<$10M): 30%

Branding Web Design

Pricing Snapshot

Min. project size $25,000+

Avg. hourly rate $100 - $149 /hr

Rating for cost 4.8 /5

What Clients Have Said

Polar's pricing is seen as fair and competitive, with project costs around $20,000 for branding and website development. Clients appreciate the value for money and effective communication, though some suggest improvements in project management.

This summary is based on verified Clutch reviews.

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< $10,000 based on 27 reviews

< $10,000 $10,000 - $49,999 $50,000 - $199,999 > $200,000

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Polar Review Insights

Overall Review Rating

5.0

Quality 5.0
Schedule 4.8
Cost 4.8
Willing to Refer 5.0

Top Mentions

Review Highlights

High-Quality Creative Outputs

Polar's creative work is frequently highlighted for its high quality and ability to exceed client expectations. Their designs are described as professional, innovative, and well-aligned with client visions, enhancing brand visibility and engagement.
Cultural and Value Alignment

Clients often choose Polar due to their alignment in company culture and values. This alignment is seen as a key factor in the successful collaboration, ensuring that the partnership is not only productive but also mutually respectful and understanding.
Challenges with Project Management

While Polar excels in creative outputs, some clients have noted areas for improvement in project management. Suggestions include more focused management and clearer communication regarding project timelines and updates.
Timely Project Delivery

Polar is recognized for delivering projects on time, often exceeding client expectations regarding deadlines. Their proactive project management ensures that clients are well-informed and that projects progress smoothly without significant delays.
Pro Bono Community Engagement

Polar is noted for their community involvement, offering pro bono services to local charities and events. This not only aids in community development but also enhances Polar's reputation as a socially responsible company.
Expertise in Branding and Identity Development

Polar is consistently praised for their ability to develop strong, unique brand identities that align with client goals, including logo design, typography, and brand guidelines. Clients appreciate their creative approach and attention to detail, leading to successful brand launches across various industries.

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Web Development
Less than $10,000
Sep. 2019 - Jan. 2020

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 5.0

Willing to Refer: 5.0

"Their team members are very friendly and trustworthy, making the whole design experience fun and enjoyable."

Oct 9, 2021

Founder, ActivEat Ltd

Anonymous

Other industries
Chelmsford, England
1-10 Employees
Online Review
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Polar Creative was hired by an dehydrated meal manufacturer to create their branding, website, and packaging design. The vendor was hired for their easy communication and flexibility.

Polar Creative created a unique platform that the client was proud of receiving. They were also always on time, even with strict deadlines and regular meetings. The vendor was friendly and trustworthy, making the whole experience fun and enjoyable.

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Founder at ActivEat Ltd

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Polar Creative, and what were your goals?

To create our brand and website and continued website support and packaging designs

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?

Lee and his team took the brief and ran with it and created a brand that really understood our needs and goals. They proposed designs were fantastic, easy communication and very flexible with our requirements.

Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and technologies used.

Brand creation, Website design, Website hosting, packaging designs.

How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

2 people in the team worked with us together on the project.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables?

Our brand really stands out within our industry and that is down to Polar creating such a great design.

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness.

Polar worked to strict deadlines dictated by us and were always on time. Communication was very easy with regular catch ups and meetings. Making it an enjoyable experience.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Their team members are very friendly and trustworthy, making the whole design experience fun and enjoyable. We consider Polar part of our team.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

No complaints here. Could not recommend them more.

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5.0

"5* Service and results"

Branding
Less than $10,000
Mar. - June 2018

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 5.0

Willing to Refer: 5.0

"I was so impressed with how they brought passion into their work."

Mar 11, 2020

Freelance Copywriter , The Architext

Holly Williams

Business services
Chelmsford, England
1-10 Employees
Online Review
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Polar Creative handled the branding as well as website and print design services for a freelance copywriter. Their team completed all the stages of the branding process and designed the partner's new logo.

Polar Creative's high-quality direction and advice developed the partner's new brand. Their team was creative with designs and receptive to needs. They made the collaboration seamless by implementing an effective workflow. Coupling passion and simplicity, they delivered top-quality work.

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Freelance copywriter

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Polar Creative?

Website design, branding, print design

What were your goals for this project?

To create a dynamic brand that could be used across all online and offline content.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

Recommended through a friend.

Describe the project in detail.

Polar took me through the whole branding process which was refreshingly simple - including logo design, web design, and print design.

What was the team composition?

Myself and the director, lee, worked together through the whole design process.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Their advice gave me so much direction for developing my brand, and I would not be where I am today without them.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Excellent - the team are so creative, and receptive to my needs.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

I was so impressed with how they brought passion into their work.

Are there any areas for improvement?

N/A

RATINGS

5.0

Other Design
Less than $10,000
Sep. 2019 - Jan. 2020

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 5.0

Willing to Refer: 5.0

"We've had brilliant feedback from the public as well as local celebs!"

Feb 26, 2020

Co-Founder, Outdoor Events Company

Anonymous

Advertising & marketing
Chelmsford, Massachusetts
1-10 Employees
Online Review
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Polar Creative provided branding and website development. Their team developed initial concepts and design principles.

Polar Creative has increased engagement and followers in a short period of time. They were easy to work with and very personable.

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Wild+Bear is an Outdoor & Rustic Event, Wedding & Prop Hire Specialists based in Chelmsford, Essex. I am a co-founder.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Polar Creative?

We chose Polar to develop our brand and a new website platform.

What were your goals for this project?

We needed a clean, modern brand. Something that would stand the test of time and let our imagery do the talking. We needed something that would put us on the map.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We chose Polar based on their previous work, awards and great customer reviews!

Describe the project in detail.

We worked closely with Polar's team to develop an initial brand and website concepts in line with our vision and core beliefs. From here, Polar began to really bring the brand to life and we were very involved in the process. This involved numerous meetings as well as round table discussions. The process was great fun!

What was the team composition?

We worked with Lee and Jess.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

We started picking up social followers and initial enquires within 1 week. We've had brilliant feedback from the public as well as local celebs!

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Seamless. No complaints!

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Just being easy to work with, personable and understanding our needs.

Are there any areas for improvement?

Minimal, perhaps adding some new in house services such as photography would be amazing!

RATINGS

5.0

"Very little to fault with Polar. A lovely team, very good work and a growing local business. Would highly recommend them."

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Our Story

Polar is a creative branding studio. Agile. Sharp. Excited about what’s possible and what others believe isn’t. We work as one, pushing each other, and our clients to be braver, to make a statement and get noticed.

In the margins or one step ahead. That's where the most progressive brands live. Not because they're reckless, but because that’s where the real opportunities lie. That’s where they can make a real difference. And that’s what excites us. ‍ Working with us won't always feel cosy, but i

What Sets Us Apart

Independent

We’ve come from nothing. We made up our own rules, then broke every single one of them. Raw talent, unafraid to forge our own path, unrestrained by whatever it is we’re supposed to do. The blinkers and the gloves are off.

Nimble

We’ve kept it small on purpose. Everyone knows what everyone else is doing, and we all have each other’s backs. It’s you and us, on the same team. The whole studio – strategy, creative, production – all-in with you, or we’re not in at all.

Here, there, everywhere

We’re based in Essex, but our clients span the globe. If you’ve got big ambitions and you’re happy to stand out, we can jump on a zoom call, we can jump on a flight. Whatever it takes.

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Verified Client Reviews: 31

Overall Review Rating: 5

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Last Updated: June 17, 2026

Business Entity

Business Entity Name	Polar Creative Studio Limited
Source	Companies House
Jurisdiction of Formation	United Kingdom
Date of Formation	September 3, 2013
Status	Active
Last Updated	November 14, 2021
ID	08673743

Credit Report Results

International Credit Risk Assessment	Low Risk
Source	Creditsafe
Last Updated	January 1, 2022

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Pro Bono Community Engagement

Expertise in Branding and Identity Development

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