About

After years spent in both high-craft and highly strategic design studios, Michaela saw an opportunity for a place that brought the two together. She still believes it’s this coalescence of strategy and considered design that drives results, and delivers work with the strongest impact.

Rob is passionate about creating brands and experiences that unite people. He co-established Round with the ambition to work with partners who challenge the status quo to create brands that stand for something and stand out.

With expertise in branding, art direction and publication design, Narelle’s career spans two decades. She has headed diverse cultural, fashion, hospitality and property projects, and led the delivery and development of placemaking identities, activations strategies and launch campaigns.

Bianca joined Round in 2012, bringing an extensive background in production and publication with her. Since then, she’s worked closely with category leaders across hospitality, hotels, architecture and design – among others.

For more than 16 years, Paul has created thoughtful and engaging work. His focus on designing for cultural and community institutions includes work for the Tate Modern and Tate Britain and the 2019 Venice Biennale Architettura, among others.

With 15 years of strategy and marketing experience, Stephanie has been responsible for developing brand and go-to-market strategies for some of Australia’s biggest retail and hospitality players.

Ziggy is a multi-disciplinary designer with expertise in print, digital and physical spaces. He has extensive expertise in branding and campaign design in the property, placemaking and FMCG sectors – delivering creative outcomes tightly aligned with brand strategy.

With 15 years of professional writing experience that spans editorial creation, publishing, campaign copywriting, editing and brand voice creation, Sean’s work focuses on shaping the stories brands need to tell. He’s worked with a diverse array of clients across arts and culture, FMCG, hospitality and mixed-use developments to deliver meaningful work with real impact.