Joshua Duchesne
creative director & Advisor
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"My inheritance is creative intuition and a deep sensitivity to taste, quality, and memorable experiences."

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My work is for organizations at the moment when what they are and how they appear need to finally match.

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offerings

Concept Development
Creative Strategy
Brand Identities
Art Direction
Copywriting
Project Consultation

Awards

ADCC Awards 2025 Bronze, Crative Effectiveness in Design - Public
RGD Brand Design Awards, Integrated Rebrand/Refresh
AIGA 365 Year in Design Award: Brand and Identity Systems
Print Magazine Award: Outdoor & Billboards
Communication Arts Design Award: Social Good
Communication Arts Design Awards: Shortlist, Identity Manual
RGD In-House Design Award: Brand Identity
Healthcare Advertising Award: Gold, External/Publication
YYZ’s Excellence in Writing in Support of Cross Disciplinary Curatorial Practice

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21.11.25
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Designlines
Eloise and Bar Cart Signal a Fresh Chapter for St. Lawrence NightlifeEloise and Bar Cart Signal a Fresh Chapter for St. Lawrence NightlifeEloise and Bar Cart Signal a Fresh Chapter for St. Lawrence Nightlife
21.11.25
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NUVO Magazine
Inside Eloise, the Restaurant Where Design Meets AppetiteInside Eloise, the Restaurant Where Design Meets AppetiteInside Eloise, the Restaurant Where Design Meets Appetite
6.11.25
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2025 ADCC Award: Creative Effectiveness in Design, Public2025 ADCC Award: Creative Effectiveness in Design, Public2025 ADCC Award: Creative Effectiveness in Design, Public
7.10.25
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Toronto Life
The Old Spaghetti Factory’s new sister spot is nothing like the kitschy red-sauce restaurantThe Old Spaghetti Factory’s new sister spot is nothing like the kitschy red-sauce restaurantThe Old Spaghetti Factory’s new sister spot is nothing like the kitschy red-sauce restaurant
30.9.25
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IATP wins an 2025 RGD Branding AwardIATP wins an 2025 RGD Branding AwardIATP wins an 2025 RGD Branding Award
29.8.25
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EloiseEloise, a sophisticated new restaurant concept inspired by the area’s rail history and classic travel hospitality.EloiseEloise
30.7.25
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Bar CartBar Cart. A rail-car concept and identity for a new, clandestine cocktail bar on The Esplanade.Bar CartBar Cart
30.7.25
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Toronto Life
The Old Spaghetti Factory is getting a sister restaurant and speakeasyThe Old Spaghetti Factory is getting a sister restaurant and speakeasyThe Old Spaghetti Factory is getting a sister restaurant and speakeasy
20.6.24
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Speaking at the RGD In-House Design Conference 2024"What is an in-house designer's social responsibility"Speaking at the RGD In-House Design Conference 2024Speaking at the RGD In-House Design Conference 2024
7.6.24
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National Magazine AwardsAn identity for the 2024 NMA’s built around the asterisk: a mark that, like the awards, denotes special significance.National Magazine AwardsNational Magazine Awards
30.4.24
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College Promenade Re-working the College Promenade visual identity in response to audience research and to better reflect its higher-end businesses.College Promenade College Promenade
1.2.24
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Pangram Prangram
National Magazine Awards Typography featured on Pangram Pangram.National Magazine Awards Typography featured on Pangram Pangram.National Magazine Awards Typography featured on Pangram Pangram.
1.2.24
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Does Black History Month need a rebrand?The effect of visual identity design on real-world community identities.Does Black History Month need a rebrand?Does Black History Month need a rebrand?
22.1.24
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Brand New
National Magazine Award identity featured on Brand New.National Magazine Award identity featured on Brand New.National Magazine Award identity featured on Brand New.
27.12.23
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World Brand Society
I Am Toronto Pearson featured on World Brand SocietyI Am Toronto Pearson featured on World Brand SocietyI Am Toronto Pearson featured on World Brand Society
20.12.23
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World Brand Society
National Magazine Awards Identity featured in World Brand DesignNational Magazine Awards Identity featured in World Brand DesignNational Magazine Awards Identity featured in World Brand Design
1.9.23
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Office Hours at Made by EmblemNo-commitment, drop-in mentorship aimed at students and new creatives.Office Hours at Made by EmblemOffice Hours at Made by Emblem
21.4.23
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I Am Toronto PearsonI Am Toronto Pearson: a new 'rallying cry' identity for Pearson's resilient heroes.I Am Toronto PearsonI Am Toronto Pearson
1.6.21
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Black Employee NetworkCrafting an Identity to support black professionals in the media industry for Mediabrands Canada.Black Employee NetworkBlack Employee Network
14.4.20
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Kiosk DesignDesign, photography, and direction for a leading North American luxury furniture showroom.Kiosk DesignKiosk Design
13.12.17
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Two Avenue RoadAn identity that re-discovers the pedigree of a luxury Toronto residence from Oxford Properties.Two Avenue RoadTwo Avenue Road
15.5.17
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AHLOT CannabisBranding and accessories to elevate cannabis rituals.AHLOT CannabisAHLOT Cannabis
23.2.16
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Issue 006: Brand"...an assemblage of qualities and values that grow beyond the individual."Issue 006: BrandIssue 006: Brand
4.9.15
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Issue 005: Street"I've always liked the street, not knowing what it really meant."Issue 005: StreetIssue 005: Street
23.4.15
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Issue 004: Ink & IDs"We read people like we read books. Why not decorate the cover?"Issue 004: Ink & IDsIssue 004: Ink & IDs
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