Businesses grow. Teams change. Services evolve.
Meanwhile, branding often stays exactly where it started.
Branding often gets left behind.
What once felt right can quietly start to feel dated, inconsistent or just a bit off. And for many small and local businesses in Leeds, this is one of the main reasons customers hesitate.
If you have ever looked at your logo, brochure or website and thought, “this doesn’t quite feel like us anymore”, you are not alone.
Most businesses in Leeds do not start with a full brand strategy.
Instead, they begin with a logo, a couple of colours and whatever gets them up and running.
That is not bad branding. That is real life.
However, as a business evolves, branding needs to evolve with it.
New services appear. New audiences emerge. Ambitions shift.
As a result, the brand should reflect where the business is now, not where it started.
There are a few familiar signs that branding may need a rethink:
The logo feels outdated or no longer fits the business
The website, print and social media and video content lack consistency
There is hesitation before sharing marketing materials
Customers struggle to understand what the business offers quickly
DIY or template-based design no longer feels right
These are not failures. Instead, they are signals that the business has moved forward.
A common misconception we see with graphic design clients in Leeds is the belief that a logo alone will carry the whole brand.
A logo matters.
But it is only one part of the picture.
A full brand identity includes:
Logo usage and variations
Colour palette
Typography
Layout and spacing
Tone of voice
Application across print and digital
Without consistency across these elements, your brand can feel fragmented.
Customers may not always know why something feels off.
However, they notice the uncertainty it creates.
Leeds is a competitive city.
As a result, many great businesses operate in very similar spaces.
Strong graphic design helps businesses:
Look established and credible
Build trust with new customers
Stand out from competitors
Communicate clearly and confidently
Feel professional across every touchpoint
For many local businesses, branding is the difference between being overlooked and being remembered.
Not every business needs a full rebrand.
That is good news.
In fact, many businesses only need small, considered changes.
A brand refresh may be right if:
Your logo works but needs modernising
Your colours or fonts feel dated
You need better consistency across materials
A full rebrand may be right if:
Your business direction has changed
You are targeting a new audience
Your current branding no longer reflects your values
A professional graphic designer can help you decide which route makes sense, without overcomplicating things.
At Active Print & Design, we approach graphic design slightly differently.
We design with real-world use in mind.
That means branding that works across:
Digital
Marketing materials
Because we handle both graphic design and print in Leeds, we understand how colour, materials and finishes affect the final result.
Fewer compromises. Better outcomes.
We work with small and growing businesses across Leeds who want their branding to feel clear, confident and consistent.
Whether you need:
Logo design
A brand refresh
A full rebrand
Ongoing graphic design support
Our design team takes the time to understand your business before putting pen to paper.
If you are unsure whether your branding still reflects the business you are today, a simple conversation can bring clarity.
You do not need to have all the answers.
If you are looking for graphic design services in Leeds, our team would be happy to help you explore your next steps.
Graphic design, done properly. Built for print. Designed for growth.
We take care of every stage of your print project — from artwork checks and proofs to production schedules, storage, fulfilment, and delivery. Instead of managing multiple suppliers, you get one consistent point of contact who keeps everything running smoothly and professionally.
Whether you’re a small business needing consistent, high-quality print or a multi-site organisation coordinating nationwide campaigns, we adapt to the way you work. Our service scales effortlessly — from simple repeat orders to complex, multi-location rollouts.
We now offer a full in-house design service, with just your brand colours and logo we can have your stationary designed and printed for you. From large scale designs to business card mock ups, our team of creatives know what to do to achieve your marketing goals with design and print.
A Leeds-based print partner offers something online printers can’t: personal communication, dependable turnaround times, and a deep understanding of local business needs. It’s one of the reasons people searching for “Print Leeds” or “My Print Leeds” often prefer working directly with a dedicated, hands-on team like ours.
Local Hand Delivery & Express Shipping We offer delivery for orders within Leeds and West Yorkshire, ensuring your print materials arrive safely and on time. For customers across the UK, we provide reliable express delivery options to meet your deadlines wherever you are.
Local to Leeds? Collect Your Print Order In-Store! If you're based in Leeds and prefer to collect your order in person, feel free to pop into our print shop. Kieran and Andrew will be ready to hand over your print materials promptly and with a smile. We’re here to make your pickup experience quick and easy!
Absolutely. Our experienced print specialists recommend the best stocks, formats, and print methods for your goals and budget. We’ll guide you through creative options as well as practical considerations like durability and cost-effectiveness — helping your brand look its best.
Decades of industry experience and a meticulous proofing process. Every project goes through detailed artwork checks and quality assurance before production, ensuring the final output reflects the professionalism of your brand.
Yes. We manage distribution to offices, retail locations, franchise networks, events, or directly to customers. Whether you’re rolling out a campaign across Leeds or coordinating deliveries nationwide, you’ll receive clear updates every step of the way.
Timelines vary depending on the complexity of the project, but we’ll always be transparent from the outset. With coordinated planning and clear communication, we ensure your print lands exactly when and where you need it.
Our support is ideal for marketing teams, agencies, growing SMEs, and multi-site organisations that want dependable, coordinated print. If you’re juggling suppliers or struggling to find time for artwork checks and logistics, we can take that weight off your team.
We'll design your print requirements for you, our inhouse design team are on hand ready to assist your needs.
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0113 203 6030
Email
info@activeprintsolutions.com
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Unit A4 Wyther Drive
Wyther Park Ind Est
Leeds
LS5 3AP
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