Defining Moment

My sole intention from the initial stages of attending Art College was to gain enough creative knowledge and commercial studio experience to launch my own design company, so I guess you could say the cogs began to turn for Urban Giants since I was a… read more

Lifestyle Story

Running your own business is a difficult task at the best of times. You have to take the opportunities when they arise, and expect to therefore work far beyond the usual 9 to 5 regime. It also frequently absorbs your social life, and you should consider… read more

Secret

I don’t think you should ever go into business with the attitude that you’ll make money fast- cash is a bi-product of good business. Be realistic about your target market, financial projections and your ability to achieve your goals. It sounds a bit… read more

Pearl Of Wisdom

I’m a firm believer in the phrase “you reap what you sow”, so try to make sure every seed is a good one.… read more

Success

I always plan for the worst and best case scenarios, for me it’s a healthy habit to ensure you don’t have any surprises. So far the success of Urban Giants has exceeded my expectations and I’m looking forward to a continued rate of growth. I’ve also… read more

Aspiration

My aspirations were simply to provide a high level of service, and to change people’s opinions of the industry. Design should be seen as a vital commercial asset providing a solid platform with which to drive your business forward, and not an… read more

Support Story

I have a few close friends who run their own successful businesses, so it was an ideal base from which to draw knowledge and sound out ideas. Family, friends and colleagues then provided the moral support and the catalyst for self belief.… read more