A story of Chicago creativity taking center stage – again.
When excellence speaks, numbers whisper. Today, those whispers turned into applause.
In the heart of America’s design capital, ArtVersion didn’t just join the conversation – we owned it. The Manifest’s January 2025 rankings just crowned them #1 among Illinois’s Top 100 Design Agencies.
But this isn’t about numbers. It’s about people.
42 clients. 42 stories. 42 transformations.
A 4.9 out of 5 rating that speaks of sleepless nights, relentless iterations, and the kind of dedication that turns good into unforgettable.
In an industry often content with following trends, ArtVersion has consistently carved its own path. Our design philosophy transcends conventional boundaries, merging strategic thinking with artistic innovation. Each project begins with a deep dive into brand DNA, challenging presumptions and rewriting rules where needed. We don’t just create designs; we architect digital experiences that shift perceptions and drive user engagement. Our interdisciplinary approach combines cutting-edge UI/UX principles with timeless design elements, ensuring every solution not only meets current demands but anticipates future needs. By seamlessly integrating accessibility, strategy, and scalability into every web design project, we’ve redefined what strategic design means in the digital age. This isn’t about following best practices – it’s about setting them.
Design has one job,” says Erin Lentz, the agency’s Executive Director of Design, leaning back in her Chicago office. “To make people feel something. Then do something. Everything else is just decoration.”
From our Chicago offices to our Northbrook studios, ArtVersion has spent 25 years proving that great design isn’t born – it’s built. Built on strategy. Built on purpose. Built to last.
Some agencies create pretty pictures. ArtVersion creates business impact.
- That’s why Fortune 500 companies knock on our door.
- That’s why startups bet their dreams on us.
- That’s why The Manifest put us at #1.
- Because in a world of portfolios, we built partnerships.
- In a world of pixels, we delivered purpose.
- In a world of design, we deliver future.
- This isn’t just another agency story.
- This is Chicago’s creative spirit, alive and kicking.
- This is what happens when passion meets precision.
- This is ArtVersion.
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“What moves markets isn’t metrics – it’s emotion. Every pixel we place, every color we choose, every interaction we design is about creating that spark of recognition between brand and human. When The Manifest recognized us as #1, they weren’t just ranking our work. They were ranking those moments when design turns into experience, and experience turns into loyalty. That’s what we chase every day at ArtVersion.”
— Petra Campbell, Art Director at ArtVersion
About ArtVersion:
Born in Chicago’s creative hub, raised on pure Midwestern work ethic, ArtVersion has been turning business challenges into design triumphs since 1999. With studios in Chicago, and Northbrook, we’re proving that world-class design can come with a heartland handshake.
About The Manifest:
The Manifest stands as the industry’s compass for business innovation and growth. As a business news and how-to website, it serves as a practical business guide that delivers hard data and expert insights to guide business decisions. Their ranking methodology cuts through market noise with a unique approach: combining practical business experience, data-driven research, and in-depth analysis to spotlight true industry leaders. By evaluating companies through a comprehensive lens of case studies, client testimonials, and measurable project outcomes, The Manifest has established itself as a trusted source for businesses seeking clarity in their partnership decisions. Their Top 100 lists aren’t just rankings – they’re roadmaps for businesses seeking partners who can deliver real, measurable impact.