Making research
& innovation captivating

Agata Smok is a communication designer based in Belgium. She specialises in design for research and innovation. Next to editorial design she collaborates with a wide range of clients in the cultural and commercial sectors to produce brand identities, websites, interactive games, and illustrations. For inquiries and questions, please get in touch.

  • Working together with our designer, we are trying to find ways of communicating science that speak to the interest and delight of those who may not be steeped in research themselves.

    BinBin Jiang Pearce,
    Assistant Professor of Policy Analysis and Design,
    Technical University Delft

  • Agata, your dedication and contributions to our project are truly appreciated. We're thrilled to have the opportunity to collaborate with someone as committed as you.

    Emmanuel Daemers, Communication expert at the Green Overseas Programme

  • A huge thanks to our amazing designer Agata Smok for creating workshop and communication materials that really sparkle with imagination and creativity. She has done hero's work for ENCLUDE, way above and beyond what anyone could ask for.

    BinBin Jiang Pearce,
    Assistant Professor of Policy Analysis and Design,
    Technical University Delft

  • Thanks a lot for the fantastic work and your fast and meticulous uptake of comments. It’s been wonderful, efficient, and overall excellent!

    Dina Eparkhina, EuroGOOS

  • We were blown away by Agata's ideas, energy and passion. Her exceptional creativity and a great understating of the latest trend and their function in the research environment have been of great help to our project.

    Malgorzata (Gosia) Matowska, Th!nk E

  • Het was een plezier om met jullie samen te werken. (...) Het resultaat is toch vrij uniek, vind ik.

    Bert Blocken, Professor of Engineering - Aerodynamics

  • A shoutout to our awesome designer Agata Smok for bringing our ideas to life with visually stunning materials! 👏

    Nely Mokay, PhD Candidate,
    Technical University Delft

  • Agata provided us with visualisations, which without any doubt are among the best I have ever seen in the field of science. I am very much looking forward to collaborate with her again, hoping that she can provide us with even more creative and intuitive representations of what we are doing.

    Dr. Michael Brenner-Fliesser, JOANNEUM RESEARCH Forschungsgesellschaft mbH

  • We thank Agata Smok for her role in designing the images used in "Constructing Just Mobility Futures" research.

    Ruth Nelson, BinBin Pearce, Martijn Warnier and Trivik Vermatz
    Department of Multi-Actor Systems, Delft University of Technology, Bristol Digital Futures Institute and the School for Policy Studies, Bristol University

  • Dat je niet veel kleuren nodig hebt om een sterk ontwerp te maken, dat weet Agata Smok te bevestigen! Deze paperlover weet perfect hoe ze alles uit een papiersoort kan halen met de juiste technieken.

    zwartopwit | duurzaam drukwerk

Books that inspire and instruct

My passion for transforming scientific information into visually compelling narratives has made me a sought-after asset for international projects. My dedication to design for sustainability, combined with a handcrafted approach, allows me to create meaningful visual identities, publications, and brands that resonate deeply. I work with institutions and companies driven by innovation, ensuring that their ideas not only stand out but also connect with diverse audiences on a profound level.

stories that hold abstractions

I like a story that holds abstractions, and that’s what visual identity can do. Contact me if you are looking for a designer who will give shape to your unique story with a degree of empathy, insight, and kindness.

My passion for transforming ideas into compelling visual stories makes me an invaluable partner for those aiming to inspire and educate. With a commitment to sustainability and a keen eye for detail, I create designs that not only stand out but also deeply resonate with audiences. From translating intricate research into approachable visuals to crafting memorable brand identities, my dedication to impactful design drives me to elevate every project I touch. Curious about creative ways to showcase your research? Get in touch at agata@agatasmok.be