FOR THE COURAGEOUS WHO CHALLENGE THE MEANING OF WEALTH
&
THOSE WHO MARVEL AT THE ARTISTRY OF GOD'S HANDIWORK
My studio may float in the clouds, but these musings are designed to inspire. They are grounded in faith, steadfast in creativity, fueled by curiosity, refined by vision, and driven by the ambition of a firstborn.
the genuine designer
Hi, I'm Hannah
Brand Designer & Lifestyle Photographer
I am The Genuine Designer. My work finds beauty in the tension between the familiar and the extraordinary, weaving together elegance and warmth to create connections that are as inviting as sitting at your grandma’s kitchen table and as inspiring as a daring new idea. This is more than design; it’s an invitation to dream boldly, live authentically, and embark on a creative journey that challenges expectations while honoring the divine in every detail. With reverence for the bigger picture God has set in motion, I believe in crafting something timeless—designs that resonate deeply and endure with purpose.
this is a temporary site
I know what you may be thinking, with raised eyebrows "this girl is a brand designer but her site looks like this???" Ah yes, so we are on the same page. I've paid for a subscription to this platform for at least seven years now. The milisecond I drop a sexy new Showit site, you'll be the first to know (mainly becuase I'll probably publish it everywhere and you'll be sick of me!!!). Until then, we have this sweet, easy little site I threw together in two hours. Enjoy 😘
So, I Started A Newsletter
Or maybe I should call it a "blog"? Not sure yet. But my heartstrings have been begging me to do something creative for my own musings for far too long. I haven’t formally launched my brand design studio yet, but while working full-time for a New York studio, I’m a sponge—learning and absorbing thoughts and opinions on everything from strategy to design ethics. If you're into faith, brand design, and homemaking, well, we might just be good friends. I’d love to offer a breath of fresh air straight into your inbox at 10:00 AM sharp on the first Tuesday of every month.
SECTION ONE
Each newsletter begins with a letter of faith—convictions, thoughts, inspirations, and words of wisdom I've come across that have impacted my perspective on life so significantly, it would be a crime not to share what the Lord is teaching me, in hopes it helps at least one person reading.
SECTION TWO
The second section dives into one of my greatest passions: brand design. From the strategy and foundation to the subtle details that make an experience memorable, achievable, and, most importantly, genuinely you. This is my playground for challenging topics—the ethical dilemmas of design and how we can stand firm in a world that wants us to blend in. In this section, I’ll share bite-sized design tips—manageable and practical for anyone (yes, I’ve been told you're supposed to write emails for one audience—but I’m calling BS)(who makes the rules???). This part is for those hungry to stretch the boundaries of your creative thinking and dive deep into the complexities of design. I don’t have all the answers, but I hope this will be a space for exploring hard questions that matter.
SECTION THREE
My mom writes the homemaking section—arguably the most important part of this newsletter. Without a space that brings you peace and joy, how can your creative endeavors truly grow? While stepping out of our comfort zones sparks new ideas, it’s in our homes where we prove the dough for those ideas to bake. Homemaking, in my not-so-humble opinion, is your brand in the flesh—who you are, what you surround yourself with, and how you create a life that’s not just lived-in but loved.
Think of her as a down-to-earth, modern, kindest woman you’ll ever meet—more thoughtful than a Martha Stewart-type. She’s brilliant both intellectually and emotionally, and the way she writes is a reflection of her wisdom. But to truly understand the woman who will be writing to you about homemaking: she is the best homemaker I’ve ever known. Arguably, she’s the best homemaker most of us will ever experience. Her mother taught her, and now my mom is teaching me. This is an open invitation for those who want to learn with me how to make your home feel like a place to build a life you truly love.
FINAL THOUGHTS
This newsletter is here to bring you peace and a breath of fresh air in a constantly dinging inbox full of exhausting, overused, out-of-touch sales pitches and energy-draining tactics. "The world is on fire...," "Buy this," "Buy that," "Buy my course, dammit!" My newsletters are intentionally crafted to inspire, challenge, uplift, and sometimes, be a little vulnerable (we'll see). We want to leave you better than we found you, with a hot cup of coffee and a belly full of new ideas, thoughts, and joy. Welcome to the House of Joy Newsletter.
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