At Bark Design, we help companies set themselves apart.

With a design approach that delves into the purpose and personality of an organization, we work to enhance reputations and bring consistency and focus to particular brands.

It's our clients that inspire us, and make us proud of what we do.

In building relationships with cool companies - that is, companies that are moving forward, taking risks, and expanding the promise of our communities - we create a visualpercussion that reflects the rhythm of their distinct identities.

Peruse our work and drop us a line or pen us a note.

Let's combine our talents, and begin to shape the sight and sound of your BARK.

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In an effort to go beyond the keyboard and into the community, we routinely share the work of our clients. Who they are and what they do is what makes our clients special—to us and the community.

This month, we feature the Albany Park Theater Project's Aqui Estoy Production.

APTP's new production, Aqui Estoy, runs December 7th through February 2nd.
Visit www.aptpchicago.org for more info.

Armed with a mighty imagination and a keen perspective on communication and design, John Bistolfo (Principal) founded Bark Design in 1997 with the aim of helping companies improve their visual outlook. His tactical approach and efficient project management skills have built strong client relationships and led to creative solutions for brand strategies, corporate identities, marketing campaigns, print collateral, and new media. > > > > John's early momentum drew the interest of
Natalie Bianchi (Principal), an award-winning graphic designer who brought her extraordinary organizational skills to Bark in 2001. Natalie provides strategic direction for complex and large-scale projects by taking a smart and savvy approach to creative solutions. Having worked with several internationally recognized design firms in Chicago, her knowledge of brand strategies and communication has fueled the creative campaigns of a wide variety of clients. > > > > As Bark continued to attract new clients, Jon Hopfensperger joined the firm in 2002 and has consistently demonstrated his design dexterity by developing successful creative solutions for websites, collateral, annual reports and more. In considering all the angles, Jon zeroes in on strategies that capture and complement each client's vision. > > > > With more and more projects requiring a voice to fit the rhythm of the team's design, Bark has turned to independent copy strategist Dave Whitaker. With a broad range of writing and copywriting experience, Dave's versatility is complemented by a persuasive narrative style. > > > > And, with a name like Bark, we knew our workspace wouldn't be complete without a four-legged friend. Now in his fifth year at Bark, Guapo spent the early days of his life scampering around the banks of the Mississippi. Since joining the team, he has proven to be a relentless schedule keeper...his nap schedule, that is. While his slumbering keeps things calm, he helps us keep it real.

Interested in joining our team? Give us a call!

Bark at us.
We look forward to hearing from you, and discussing the ways in which we can help you design the road ahead.

3115 west montrose avenue chicago, illinois 60618

t 773.539.7185
f 773.539.7190

guapo@barkdesignchicago.com

At Bark, the visualpercussion of our design is inspired by an eclectic and ever-present musical soundtrack. Here's a sample of what we've been shuffling to lately.

Remember something old, or try something new.
Let us know your theme song.