What we do
We push. We make you nervous.
We get results. Let's get to work.
Go to THE WORKS or THE LAB to take a peek.
- and why
Making a creative impact from the seed of an idea to the meteoric launch of your product.
We work with people who want to do big things: bring culture and enlightenment to the world; create products that rewrite the rules of their sector; change minds and change lives.
Now the key questions we ask of our work are: is it different, is it differentiating, and will it make a difference?
Who we are
Together, we'll come up with radical ideas and execute them flawlessly. Let's get to work.
The Creatives
Trained and tested in the fires of production,
we were born to make.
CURRENTLY FOR HIRE, EMAIL ME!
Chief of the Tribe
Initiator, conceptualizer, collaborator, conductor, and
the name behind POLLONAIS
- meet Hope Pollonais.
"I am an artist, illustrator, educator and independent designer living and working in Atlanta GA. My academic background, coupled with my relevant work experience, has given me the tools and ability necessary to add value to any position, given the opportunity. If I were to describe myself beyond a resume, I would say I am " a modern-day renaissance woman," who is constantly looking for new programs, new sites, new methodologies or new ways to do my work. I’m determined to find out, even if I have to try a few times to get the best outcome. I am extremely interested in blending my design and engineering background to work on challenging and impactful projects: shifting attitudes from impossible to I’m possible. "
EDUCATION
MASTERS OF ARCHITECTURE
Southern California Institute of Architecture - SCI-Arc
in Los Angeles, CA
BACHELORS OF SCIENCE IN CIVIL ENGINEERING
Columbia University
in New York, NY
BACHELORS OF SCIENCE IN PHYSICS
Spelman College
in Atlanta, GA
WORK EXPERIENCE
Lord Aeck Sargent | A Katerra Company
Historic Preservation, Design Staff
in Atlanta GA
Howard L Zimmerman PC (HLZA)
Forensic Architecture - Exterior Envelope Inspections
Lead Technical Associate + Project Manager
in New York, NY
Inson Dubois Wood LLC (IDW)
Designer
in New York, NY
Experience
PROGRAMS
Autodesk AutoCAD
Autodesk Revit
Autodesk 3ds Max
Rhinoceros 3D
SketchUp
V-Ray
Maya
CATIA
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PPT)
Adobe Creative Suite
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe InDesign
Adobe After Effects
Affinity Designer
ALWAYS LEARNING new PROGRAMS
work
Architectural Design
Forensic Investigation
Restoration/ Rehabilitation/ Preservation
Exterior Envelope Evaluations
Conditions Assessments
Coordination with Local & State Agencies
Interior Luxury Design
Space Planning + Design
Historic Preservation
Freelance Creative Lead
Graphic Designer
Project Management
Grant + Proposal Writing
Technical Report Writing
Teaching/ Coaching/ Proctoring
COMPANIES/ INSTITUTIONS
Southern California Institute of Architecture, Los Angeles CA
Inson Dubois Wood (IDW) LLC, New York NY
Brooklyn Communty Gardens + NYC City Parks
Howard L Zimmerman PC (HLZA), New York NY
Lord Aeck Sargent (LAS), Atlanta GA
Kennesaw State University (KSU), Atlanta GA
DESIGN
Art Direction
Branding
Content Production
Digital Marketing
E-commerce
Email Design
Guidelines
Infographics + Signage
Logotypes
Fabrication (3D printing, CNC mill, laser etc.)
Presentation Decks
Printed Materials
Web Design
Display/ Windows Design
Creative Critical Thinking
Storytelling / Concept Development
Sketching + Illustration
2D and 3D Design
WHO WE WORK WITH
Southern California Institute of Architecture, Los Angeles CA
Pollonais Family Dentistry, Trinidad and Tobago
Southclaine Cycling Club, Trinidad and Tobago
Spaceman Buddha, New York NY
FavorsRealty, Atlanta GA
No Reservation LA, Los Angeles CA
and more...
Get to know a bit about me.
Services
A different kind of design house.
HOW WE WORK
DESIGN PROCESS SIMPLIFIED
Our design process is fluid and changing, just like the technology and methodology we build and create with. The flowchart outlines the general process we use to develop ideas. This process stems from our team make-up, our tools, and our work flow.
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Talk with client and gather expectations about the project.
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Define and determine goals, evaluating technical requirements and content.
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Establish content priority, style and a visual guide for the product.
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Finalize Design; create assets based on needs and it is often a cyclical collaboration between client and designer.
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Launch; release the creation to the world.
STRATEGY
Create A Foundation For Success
Connect with us to discuss where you’re at, what you need, and how we can help you achieve your goals. We can design with purpose.
BRAND
Create An Identity
Ultimately a brand isn’t a logo or a tagline. It is the feeling a customer has about your company. We’ll design a system that has identity, communicates clearly, and establishes trust.
ART DIRECTION
Pulling The Pieces Together
We collaborate with our network of professional artists and illustrators to develop work that is truly special and uniquely you. We oversee the set design, color theory, and composition to ensure all elements adhere to your brand standards and reinforce identity.
'OUT OF THE BOX'
Create a Reason To Believe
With proper strategy, messaging, design, development and visuals, your idea can reach new audiences and establish a competitive advantage in the market. At POLLONAIS, we’ll be here for you every step of the way: from concept to execution.
The Works.
We are here, there and everywhere.
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The Lab
What we got cookin' - stay in the loop
Contact us
Want to work with us? Fill out our project inquiry form below and let’s get this conversation started!