The Creative Ecosystem story
HELLO THERE, I’M EMMI
I am the founder of Creative Ecosystem, and an established creative having run my practice Studio Emmi since 2005. I’m an accredited Happiness Facilitator, and part of the AI for Human Flourishing working group and think tank under Harvard’s Institute for Quantitive Science.
I used to think it was only hard work that leads to good creative OUTPUT. I then learned the hard way that in order to keep producing creative work sustainably, I needed a healthy balance of inspiring and invigorating sources of INPUT.
Creative Ecosystem is a model to nurture sustainable creative wellbeing by focusing on five core INPUT areas: Connection, Wonder, Pause, Movement and Joy.
I look forward to sharing my model for sustainable creative wellbeing with you through my talks and workshops.
Nourish energising INPUTs in order to cultivate creative OUTPUTs
NOURISHING
INPUT
CREATIVE
OUTPUT
CONNECTION
Connect who you are with what you do to nurture your purpose
WONDER
Explore the ordinary with curiosity to
nurture your inspiration
PAUSE
Book in time for solitude and reflection to nurture your intuition
MOVEMENT
Stay fluid and evolve with the process to nurture your resilience
JOY
Enjoy immersing yourself fully in
an activity to nurture your energy
“The model is a beauty of simplicity and insightfulness – I know that I will take action based on it. Could not recommend this experience more!”
— Teresa Ferreira, Brand Consultant & Designer, UK
How I can support you
1– A TALK
An inspiring talk on my design journey and the central tenants of The Creative Ecosystem model
2– TALK &
WORKSHOP
A re-energising talk followed by an insightful two-hour workshop covering the Creative Ecosystem fundamentals and key tools and tactics to sustain wellbeing
A beautiful and practical guide to sustaining creativity in a challenging world, out soon
3– BOOK
Explore a wealth of insights, tips, activities, and downloadable resources to enjoy at your own pace at Resources
4– FREE
RESOURCES
Discover the story behind Creative Ecosystem
ABOUT MY DESIGN PRACTICE, STUDIO EMMI
Born in Finland, I’m a strong advocate for a balanced life full of curiosity, growth and wonder. I studied graphic design in the UK at the University of Brighton. In 2001 I moved to northern Italy to work at Fabrica, Benetton Group’s prestigious communication research studio for young designers. I then worked at Karlssonwilker in New York and Futerra sustainability agency as their UK Creative Director. I now run Studio Emmi, based in London.
I set up Studio Emmi in 2005 to partner with clients and creatives who want to make a positive contribution to society and planet. Whether it’s engaging audiences through purpose-led brand identities, mentorship for creative wellbeing or making engaging spaces, I work with people to find the very best solutions through design.
You can’t just arrive at a solution. In design and in life. So I like to ask questions, to listen, pause for reflection. It’s important to stay curious, to find the unusual in the usual. Take a second look. Think again. Problems hold the key to their own solution if we bring our awareness to them.