The Grotty       

Emotional Design is the process of
creating work that doesn’t just solve problems but tells stories, sparks conversations, and resonates deeply with its audience.


Things We Love:

The Simpsons
Italo Calvino
Gummo (Harmony Korine Rules)
Peter Blake
Lena Platonos
KAWS
Mike Kelley
Stefan Sagmeister
BUTT
Laurie Anderson
David Wojnarowicz
Felix Gonzales-Torres
April Greiman
Tyler, the Creator
Peter Greenaway
David Lynch
Björk
London
Coffee
Xiu Xiu
Paula Scher
Rain
Beyoncé
Franz Kafka
David Lynch

Derek Jarman
Björk
Pisces
Jonathan Glazer
Keith Haring
Kid (f*in) A
Young British Artists
Yoshitomo Nara
Thomas Pynchon
Nam June Paik
Lost in Translation
Furbies
Buddha
Matt Gondek
Javier Calleja
Olafur Eliasson
Pipilotti Rist
Morrissey
Anish Kapoor
Erwin Wurm
The X-files
Tolkien
Mary Magdalene
Madonna
Susan Kare

Design is more than function—it’s emotion, connection, and meaning (  oo  )

Wine Explorers is a contemporary wine exhibition concept designed to celebrate discovery, curiosity, and the culture of wine. The project involved developing the full visual identity and campaign, including branding, printed materials, and communication assets. The design approach balances clarity with character, creating a distinctive identity that invites visitors to explore wines from around the world.


PUC (Plyta’s Unknown Cinema) is a research project dedicated to the work of Maria Plyta, the first Greek woman film director. The project’s visual identity was designed to support the rediscovery of her cinematic legacy. Developed for Aristotle University of Thessaloniki under the direction of Betty Kaklamanidou, the branding balances academic clarity with contemporary design sensibility.


Micro is a contemporary café-bar identity designed to reflect an urban, queer-friendly atmosphere. The project involved creating the logo and visual branding system, capturing the venue’s bold yet minimal character. The design balances simplicity with attitude, shaping a distinctive identity that supports the bar’s social energy and inclusive spirit.


History and Film is a book cover design created for film scholar Eleftheria Thanouli. The visual concept translates the relationship between cinema and historiography into a clear and engaging graphic language. The design aims to communicate the academic nature of the book while maintaining a contemporary and visually striking identity.



A Valentine’s Day poster created for the Bounty Hunters design competition, an Instagram platform that curates graphic designers from around the world. The poster explores a playful and expressive visual approach to the theme. The work was selected and featured by the platform, highlighting the project among international submissions.


A series of graphic posts examining the rise of the far right across Europe. The project translates complex political developments into clear, visually striking compositions designed for digital platforms. The series aims to encourage reflection and discussion around contemporary political shifts.


YALA is a personal comic zine exploring themes of fear, introspection, and transformation. Through illustrated narratives and symbolic imagery, the project reflects on personal anxieties while engaging with broader ideas such as rebirth and reincarnation. The visual language blends graphic storytelling with experimental illustration, creating an intimate and reflective self-published work.



UCULT is an experimental fanzine project exploring themes of contemporary spirituality and alternative belief systems. Currently under development, the project combines graphic design, illustration, and editorial experimentation. The aim is to create a visually driven publication that reflects the fragmented, hybrid nature of spiritual exploration in contemporary culture.



A video essay exploring the tension between human design and AI-generated design. The project reflects on authorship, creativity, and the evolving role of designers in an age of automated image production. Through visual examples and commentary, the video examines how human intuition and machine generation intersect in contemporary design culture.


A series of posters created for Pride Month 2024, exploring contemporary perspectives on gender identity and expression. The project uses bold visual language and experimental typography to reflect the fluidity and diversity of gender today. The posters aim to celebrate visibility while encouraging dialogue around identity, inclusion, and self-expression.



A fan-made vinyl cover created for Fabulous Muscles by Xiu Xiu. The design reinterprets the emotional intensity of the album through a bold and expressive visual approach. Combining experimental typography and striking imagery, the project explores how graphic design can visually translate the raw atmosphere of experimental music.


A logo and visual identity designed for the School of Film Studies at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. The project focuses on creating a clear and contemporary graphic language that reflects the academic and creative nature of film education. The branding system aims to support the school’s communication across print and digital platforms.