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My Designed Journey

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Launched the second Playbook, along with the Inspire Designer Pen and the Inspire-Pen-Clip. Creativity is flowing! And this year, I'm launching my podcast—BEYOND DESIGN—where we dive deep into the world of creativity, life and design. 

(so far)

2003

Last year of my studies and an internship at New Media Publishing with flagship magazines such as VISI and Eat Out! I got to work on smaller publications like Mercedes, HEART, TIME OUT, and INSIG. It was a whirlwind, and I loved every minute of it.

2004

Welcomed my beautiful baby girl into the world. My heart was full, and so was my schedule.
Worked for Jenni Button International. I was her graphic designer; sometimes, I even played the personal assistant role. My love for "The Devil Wears Prada"? Totally understandable—I lived it!
Joined Ogilvy Namibia, and what a ride it was! I made some colossal mistakes but learned so much. Growth comes from those moments, right? Loved every minute of being part of the Red team! 

2005

2006

Entered the VISI magazine's Bombay Sapphire Gin glass design competition and snagged third place! And I was up against industrial designers. Not too shabby!

2007

While still at Ogilvy, I got the chance to design Windhoek Gymnasium's Crest. A prestigious school in Namibia—it was such an honour.

2010

2024

I hired my first employees! A milestone that made me feel like things were really happening AND Team Namibia Consumer Bag Design—one of the four winners. 

2014

2015

2020

2012

2018

I moved my office to the guest bedroom in our new home. But after walking clients through my kitchen to get to the guest bedroom, I realized I needed a proper office, so we built one above our garage.
Kunshuis Graphic Design was born in my mom's dining room. I had pay-as-you-go internet and my first Mac laptop, which I bought with all my savings and a whole lot of dreams. 
I found out I was pregnant with my son. Motherhood and business? It was quite the juggling act, and I wish I'd been more prepared.
Launched the first edition of The Playbook! Seeing it come to life was beyond thrilling. Also, launched my online store, Designers' Boutique, turning my passion for design into a full-fledged business.

2023

What a year! eh!

2021

2022

Started working on The Playbook, hunting down suppliers and turning ideas into reality. Launched my new updated website, bringing a fresh look to my online presence.
we had a pyjama day

My designed journey

 and I got married!
Lost my wingman—my dad. It shook me to my core and made me rethink everything.

I’ve had the

to Work With

Brands

Since 2004, I've had the incredible opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients. Here are just some of the brands I've collaborated with:

  • Droombos
  • Jenni Button International
  • NXA Washing Powder
  • Quality & Tutungeni Precast
  • ROOTS
  • BOKOMO Namibia
  • Marathon Sugar
  • Fly Namibia
  • Nedbank
  • United Nations (Namibia and New York)
  • Meatco Namibia
  • CRAN
  • NAMMED
  • Tongaat Hulett Namibia
  • Jimmey Construction
  • OHORONGO Cement
  • City of Windhoek
  • Medical Association of Namibia
  • Deloitte Namibia
  • SPCA
  • Conference Link
  • Pupkewitz Holdings
  • Pupkewitz Motors
  • MANRICO Select
  • British American Tobacco
  • BP
  • Windhoek Gymnasium
  • Old Mutual
  • Meatboard of Namibia
  • SAA
  • Diamonds Industry of Namibia
  • Namibia Tourism Board
  • MultiChoice Namibia
  • Roads Authority
  • Agra
  • Namfisa
  • Government Campaigns
  • Hundreds of AdHoc clients
  • and many more!

Working with CI guides and brand guidelines for clients such as Old Mutual, Nedbank, BP, Standard Bank, SA Breweries, and DStv Namibia, I’ve developed and designed a variety of campaigns, advertisements, booklets, brochures, newsletters, and other design materials needed to support these esteemed companies.

AWARDS

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2006
Third place in the Visi Bombay Sapphire Gin glass design competition. Yes, I'm still proud of this one!

2007
Gecko Craft Design Award. I was on a roll!

2008
Stone/Gold award for a radio ad, part of a fantastic team effort.

2009
Completed a course on the Basic Principles of Ogilvy Worldwide. Won two bronze awards at the Maputo Ad Festival. A big year!

2014
Team Namibia Consumer Bag Design—one of the four winners. Bags full of creativity!

2016
Finalist in WRAPTIOUS.com Cushion Design Competition. Love surface design!

2018
Second runner-up in the Development Bank of Namibia Innovation Awards for Braveart.com.na, my side passion.

2021 & 2023
Voted Best Graphic Design Agency in Namibia by MEA Markets. An honour that made all the hard work worth it!

IN THE MEDIA

Hi there, I'm Nelett, and I'm a designer just like you. Life's always changing, and being a designer can feel like a wild ride. But we're more than that, aren't we? We're caregivers, friends, and life lovers who find joy in more than just our work. We're all on this journey, each in our own way, but somehow, we're together in it.

For over a decade, I've been on this beautiful journey of being a creative navigating the business world, wearing numerous hats and pursuing my big design dream. Now, I’m here to share this journey with you, hoping to inspire, empower, and guide you through your own.

HELLO, I'M NELETT

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