Outstanding customer service is a standard at Open Design. I’m always interested in knowing about the experiences my clients have had while working with me. I welcome your thoughts as well as any constructive criticisms you may have.

Karen Steenekamp with Open Design, LLC is an exceptional graphic designer. I have hired Karen on several occasions to complete everything from logo and brand design to business collateral to direct marketing. Karen truly is an incredible professional—she’s detail-oriented, creative, organized and personable. She delivers on-time, on-budget results with integrity, consistency and clarity. Karen functions like a pro under the pressures of project deadlines and demands. She goes above and beyond what I expect each and every time, leaving no stone unturned to meet my needs and those of my clients. Her designs are smart, hip, effective and imaginative. Karen is my go-to graphic designer for anything and everything creative!

Mary Huron Hunter • Marketing Executive and Public Relations Professional

I wanted to take a moment and tell you what a valuable part of our business you’ve become. We appreciate your creativity, honest feedback, work ethic and integrity. We’ve been through a few vendors and contractors now and have decided that you are the Gold Standard. Anyone who we consider bringing on will have to compare strongly to you.

Laura Beann, Chief Operation Officer • Wave59 Technologies

I have been working with Karen Steenekamp on numerous projects: company branding, packaging, logos, sell sheets, trade show banners, magazine ads, postcards, business cards and website design. Karen is by far the best graphic artist I have worked with and I have hired a number of talented artists over the years. Not only does she produce excellent quality graphic art, Karen is a pleasure to work with. Communication is smooth (she listens to my ideas and feedback) and most importantly designs are completed on time, if not early. I highly recommend Karen Steenekamp and Open Design.

Scott Salzman, President • BrightSpot Solutions, LLC

Karen Steenekamp delivered a branded look for my new company that was above and beyond my expectations. She did an amazing job designing all of my print collateral — from the logo design to the marketing materials. Karen is great at reading people and easy to work with. I highly recommend Karen to anyone who wants to have the best look in town!

Carrie Hill, Broker/Owner • Rocky Mountain Real Estate, Inc.

Karen provided invaluable expert advice regarding the logo and website design for my law firm. Her process is thoughtful, always considering how potential clients will perceive the design she creates for you. By asking you questions regarding your target audience, Karen ensures that her product will meet your marketing needs. In addition, she sets tight deadlines for herself and always meets them. Karen’s professionalism is unmatched; she truly exceeded all my expectations.

Marjorie L. Sant, Esq. • Panorama Law Practice, LLC

I highly recommend Karen Steenekamp to anyone who needs a great graphic designer. I have worked with her on several projects and wouldn’t even dream of using another graphic designer. Karen has a thorough understanding of the design and production processes so she can manage a project from start to finish. Her experience and knowledge enable her to make good suggestions and prevent clients from overlooking important tasks. On the design side, Karen is a real pleasure to work with. She provides you what you ask for, but also makes creative suggestions. She has very solid design skills and works quickly. This translates to the job being done well, on time, and on budget.

Charlie Brand • Legendary Herbs

I have worked with Karen for many years on many projects, and I have always been completely satisfied with the results. Karen’s design work is very creative and she always goes the extra mile to ensure that her solutions fit my challenges!

Ruth Ann Hattori, Co-Founder • InnovationNetwork

We worked with Karen Steenekamp on marketing materials for the retail launch of our business. She did an expert job conceptualizing and then executing integrated branding across print advertising, interior store signage and exterior store signage. She is talented, easy to work with and we were delighted with the end results. We would highly recommend Karen Steenekamp of Open Design.

Gwen Scherer, Owner • Memories To Digital

I have worked with Karen Steenekamp for over 15 years. Throughout this time, Karen has consistently delivered fresh, creative, delightful design that is on time, on strategy and on budget. Karen values collaboration and is an excellent listener. During design development, she will study the objectives of a project, add her own creative insights, and with an easygoing and flexible nature always evolve the project to the client's complete satisfaction.

Judy Herzanek, Art Director • Changing Lives Foundation

Karen Steenekamp did a phenomenal job on our corporate identity and promotional materials. Karen was very insightful on possible customer perceptions based on different promotional elements and offered great advice. Of course, her artistic and creative skills were second to none! Open Design helped open the doors for our new guest house and coffee plantation - exceeding our highest expectations.

Greg Nunn • Ka'awa Loa Plantation

Karen Steenekamp is extremely creative and innovative in all of her designs. I have never been disappointed in a project from Open Design. Karen continues to meet deadlines, as well as being very conscientious and detailed in all of her projects. When you need a new package design, Open Design is the perfect choice. Karen will listen to every detail you recommend, and the package will look better than you expected. Karen understands package design, and she really listens to her customers. I cannot praise Open Design and Karen Steenekamp enough. Her work is absolutely fantastic!

Liz Ammon, Business Development Manager Special Channels • The Hain Celestial Group (Celestial Seasonings)

I have been working with Karen Steenekamp since 2003 and have always been pleased with her work and professionalism. Karen has helped us create a name and look that our clients love.

Jonathan E. Boring, President • Rush Appraisals

I hired Karen Steenekamp for a project that had a very tight time line. Not only did Karen deliver, she over delivered! She went the extra mile for me. Her design work is outstanding and second to none. Top notch. Quite simply, Karen is awesome! I would highly recommend Karen to anyone. You will not be disappointed.

Scott Armstrong, President and Founder • Boulder Coaching Academy