Empowering design agencies for a circular future

Services for
design agencies

We guide creative agencies through the nuances of circularity and sustainability to unlock innovation and future-focused leadership.

As brands increasingly seek partners aligned with their sustainability goals, the ability of design agencies to respond to this evolving landscape has become crucial. However, understanding the full potential of circular design and navigating packaging legislation can feel daunting.

At philo & co, we support brand and packaging design agencies of all sizes.

Circularity Simplified Toolkit

Crafted over a decade within the industry, philo & co's Circularity Simplified Toolkit guides each project and tailored package towards transforming circular thinking into action.

Creative & inclusive collaboration

Circular models, materials & measures

Regenerative mindsets
& leadership

Responsible design
& communication

Design Agency Strategy

Embed circularity and sustainability into your agency’s DNA from your operations and culture to your creative processes.

Tailored to your agency and focus sectors, our immersive process enhances your relevance in the creative industry. We form a strategy that demonstrates your commitment to sustainability, providing a clear action plan to minimise your negative impacts. Together, we evolve your design process so your agency will confidently meet rising expectations and deliver responsible outcomes for your business and clients.

Key outcomes

A communication strategy to authentically engage with your team, clients and collaborators.

Leading circular economy, circular design and sustainability training with practical tools.

Prioritised environmental, social and governance issues relative to your agency.

Clearly defined vision, goals and measures for progress.

An understanding of your current impacts and an action plan to work towards your goals.

An evolved agency positioning demonstrating how you can use your agency as a force for good.

A refined, co-created creative process embedded with circular design and sustainability principles.

Many agencies opt for our Tailored Advisory for ongoing guidance as you implement circularity.

  • "Our work with philo & co has been invaluable. Pippa is so passionate and knowledgeable on the subject of circular design. We've been closely supported at every turn, from understanding the importance of how we recycle to establishing an integrated agency sustainability positioning. We're so excited to be continuing our journey with philo & co, as we continue to harness the power of design to create meaningful change."

    Brittany Primmer, Agency Director, Co-Partnership

Tailored Advisory

Customised support tailored to your agency’s needs in circular design and sustainability.

Understanding that every design agency's journey is unique, we offer agile and strategic expertise. Whether you're seeking to grasp your role in driving a circular economy or need support to deliver impactful client projects, we meet you where you're at.

Ways in which we can support you:

  • Packaging design review & recommendations

  • Packaging impact and recyclability analysis

  • Circular packaging ideation & innovation workshops

  • Systems thinking & mapping workshops

  • Packaging legislation overview

  • Sustainability positioning & messaging

  • Sustainability claims review & recommendations

  • Category benchmarking & analysis

  • Thought leadership & industry engagement

  • Team training

Key outcomes

A clear understanding of the opportunities relative to your challenge or sector.

Project document- action plan, summary & recommendations, workshop distillation or created content (scope depending).

Confidence to better articulate and engage with your team, clients and/or collaborators.

Want to know how
philo & co can support your business?

  • "philo & co is a fantastic partner and expert to collaborate with when progressing designs to a more sustainable, thought provoking and circular space. Pippa's expertise provided insight for our team and clients to learn & grow and her passion is totally inspiring!"

    Lynsey Pritchard, Client Leadership Director, Thirst Craft

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VALUE FOR MONEY
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100%

of clients surveyed would work with Philo & Co again and recommend to other design agencies

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