About
Founded by Karen Brown in 1988, KBrown Design has been assisting clients with their design needs in Halifax and beyond for over 30 years.
We’re not just graphic designers. We’re storytellers. Known for our highly strategic, collaborative approach, we strive to transform complex information into a visual narrative that persuades and informs.
With decades of experience, KBrown Design has earned a reputation for exceptional results. We work with a professional team of suppliers, illustrators, writers and photographers. You can rest assured knowing that we can effectively implement any size project—on time and on budget.
ABOUT KAREN
Karen is passionate about great design. She has been honoured by Applied Arts Magazine, Canada’s preeminent visual communications publication, has had her work featured on the cover of Design Annual, and has contributed to her field by holding executive positions on the Society of Graphic Designers of Canada’s regional and national boards.
Karen’s decades of experience and professionalism make her the graphic designer of choice for many prestigious clients in Halifax and beyond.
Awards
Redgees Design Awards, Independent Category, Atlantic Canada (2016): Memory Lane logo
Redgees Legacy Edition Winner, Independent Category, Atlantic Canada (2015)
Graphex, Finalist (2013): Soteria logo and branding
AASCIF Communication Award (2008), 1st Place Annual Reports: Workers’ Compensation Board of Nova Scotia, 2007 Annual Report
Ice Awards: Lou Cable Memorial Award, Silver (2006): Peace Not War poster
Graphex Award of Merit (2006):
Peace Not War poster
Applied Arts Design Award (2006):
Peace Not War poster
Big Idea Awards, Honourable Mention (1997): Nova Scotia Research Foundation Corporation, 1994-1995 Annual Report
Big Idea Awards, Honourable Mention (1996): Nova Scotia Film and Development Corporation, 1994-1995 Annual Report
Time for Design Award, Bronze Award (1990): Scotsburn Milk packaging
Community Contributions
Halifax Rowing Club, Treasurer
(2020-2022)
GDC Atlantic Chapter, Corporate Secretary (2012-2015)
Halifax Rowing Club, Communications Director (2006-2011)
GDC National Executive, Corporate Secretary (2002-2006)
GDC Atlantic Chapter, Past President
(1997-1999)
GDC Atlantic Chapter, President
(1996-1997)
Our Clients
Workers’ Compensation Board of Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia Fisheries Sector Council
Lake Charlotte Area Heritage Society
Saint Mary’s University
Fish Safe Nova Scotia
Communications Nova Scotia
Women Unlimited
Department of Medicine, Capital Health and Dalhousie University
Farm Safety Nova Scotia
Allison Garber Communications
Canadian Autism Partnership Project
North York Harvest Food Bank
Autism Nova Scotia
Peace Not War Poster
The Peace Not War poster was designed for the exhibition, “Lest We Forget – Canadian Designers on War” which featured the responses of 24 prominent Canadian graphic designers to the subjects of war, anti-war and peace. This poster has won 3 awards – Applied Arts Design Award and was featured on the cover of the design annual; Ice Award, Lou Cable Memorial Award; and Graphex Award of Merit. The poster also was included in Communications Arts (2006).
