There’s more design talent in Illinois than most people realize. Chicago’s full of energy, with tons of studios doing smart, creative work — especially in the startup space. But it’s not just the big city. Places like Naperville and Springfield have their own creative pockets too, with teams that really know how to bring ideas to life. Whether you’re looking for a solid branding partner, someone to overhaul your website, or a crew that gets product design inside and out, there’s someone here for it. A lot of these studios mix design with strategy in a way that actually makes sense — no fluff, just good work that tells the right story.