We are a UAE-based consultancy blending strategy, creativity, and technology to craft immersive, unforgettable experiences.
We are a UAE-based consultancy blending strategy, creativity, and technology to craft immersive, unforgettable experiences.
Our Story
We started this company with a simple idea - do good work with good people.
We wanted to choose projects that inspire, avoid work that doesn’t align with our values, and bring together people who care about what they create.
With us, you’re in good company.
Our Team Our Team Our Team
(Leadership)
Doug Merry
Founder
Doug Merry
Founder
Doug Merry
Founder
Rand Samara
Creative Consultant
Rand Samara
Creative Consultant
Rand Samara
Creative Consultant
Lara Kebrit
Projects
Lara Kebrit
Projects
Lara Kebrit
Projects
Our Framework
Process
G
Gather
Understand brand goals and audience needs.
G
Gather
Understand brand goals and audience needs.
G
Gather
Understand brand goals and audience needs.
O
Organise
Shape creative strategy and narrative.
O
Organise
Shape creative strategy and narrative.
O
Organise
Shape creative strategy and narrative.
O
Optimise
Build and refine high-impact touchpoints.
O
Optimise
Build and refine high-impact touchpoints.
O
Optimise
Build and refine high-impact touchpoints.
D
Deliver
Launch, engage, and evaluate success.
D
Deliver
Launch, engage, and evaluate success.
D
Deliver
Launch, engage, and evaluate success.
What People Say
(Testimonials)
"The team at Naoto Studio brought our vision to life with precision, passion and expertise. Their collaborative approach ensured our values shone through in every design element."
"Naoto Studio's dedication to detail and creativity has been game-changing for our brand. Their ability to blend technology with timeless design principles resulted in a stunning visual identity that exceeds our expectations."
"Naoto Studio's innovative approach to branding and design not only elevated our online presence but also ignited our team's enthusiasm. Their work is truly transformative."
Transforming Brands, One Experience at a Time
Where Storytelling
Meets Innovation
Where Storytelling
Meets Innovation
Recognition
(Awards)
2024
Awwwards
SOTD
Elevate
2024
Awwwards
SOTD
Elevate
2024
Awwwards
SOTD
Elevate
2024
Awwwards
SOTD
Bliss
2024
Awwwards
SOTD
Bliss
2024
Awwwards
SOTD
Bliss
2024
FWA
Website of The Day
Heli
2024
FWA
Website of The Day
Heli
2024
FWA
Website of The Day
Heli
2023
Webby
Anthem
Naoto
2023
Webby
Anthem
Naoto
2023
Webby
Anthem
Naoto
2023
Red Dot
Grand Prix
Vestal
2023
Red Dot
Grand Prix
Vestal
2023
Red Dot
Grand Prix
Vestal
2023
Red Dot
Dev Award
Studio Now
2023
Red Dot
Dev Award
Studio Now
2023
Red Dot
Dev Award
Studio Now
2022
Awwwards
Honorable Mention
Helizar
2022
Awwwards
Honorable Mention
Helizar
2022
Awwwards
Honorable Mention
Helizar
2021
CSS
Dev Award
Terrance
2021
CSS
Dev Award
Terrance
2021
CSS
Dev Award
Terrance
2021
CSS
Dev Award
Magnus
2021
CSS
Dev Award
Magnus
2021
CSS
Dev Award
Magnus
2020
Awwwards
SOTD
Anker
2020
Awwwards
SOTD
Anker
2020
Awwwards
SOTD
Anker
2019
Red Dot
User Experience
Tailend
2019
Red Dot
User Experience
Tailend
2019
Red Dot
User Experience
Tailend
2109
CSS
Dev Award
Wild
2109
CSS
Dev Award
Wild
2109
CSS
Dev Award
Wild