We are a small design studio
with a big heart.
MEET THE DESIGNER
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As the founder and one-woman creative behind Charlie & Ava Designs, I am in charge of crafting brands and websites from start to finish and always deliver quality work with clean efficiency.
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After moving to Chattanooga, TN in 2014, I began working with my husband, at his local business. This experience is where I quickly learned about marketing, print layouts and website best practices. I tackled a wide range of both print and digital projects which gave me a sound understanding of time management and working to guidelines.
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On the side, I began to carve out my own unique style. I took on small website designs and freelance work for other local businesses. Soon, Charlie & Ava Designs started to flourish past just some extra evening work, and in March 2017, the studio became my primary job.
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When I’m not at my desk, I like to spend time outside, go for a run or work in my garden. Since becoming a mom of two, I have limited my client work per month.
Kimberley Friberg
owner / designer
Charlie & Ava
inspiration / encouragement / love
THE STORY BEHIND THE NAME
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Charlie and Ava were my dogs. At first, I simply wanted my business name to be something that would always make me happy. I figured I would get some weird looks along the way, but at the end of the day I love telling people their story. Now though, my heart is so happy knowing that Charlie and Ava are memorialized in my creative business. It is my way of keeping their spirit alive; an opportunity to share with others how much the love of a dog can change your world; and a way for me to continue to help animal adoption and rescue awareness.
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Over the course of 14 years (Charlie lived to 14, Ava to 13) I learned so much about love, life and perspective through Charlie and Ava. Adopting my dogs was never a question for me. There are so many dogs in shelters who need loving homes, and every one of them will love you more than he loves himself. My hope now is that those who find Charlie & Ava Designs see and feel the heart that runs this business, and maybe a seed will be planted, encouraging you to visit a rescue organization to adopt your newest best friend.
ANNUAL SHELTER DONATION
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Each year we plan to contribute a donation to the Humane Educational Society of Chattanooga. The goal is to pay forward the love that Charlie and Ava brought to me, by helping other dogs and cats get the care they so deserve.
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Thank you for working with Charlie and Ava Designs so that we can contribute to this important cause.
