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Build from within.

A creative partner for founders who have built something real, and are ready to build something true.

Let’s be real

Let’s be real

You've outgrown your brand. And maybe your identity too.

You have done the work. Built the thing. And yet, in the quiet between the doing, a question surfaces — one you have not quite found the words for. Is this brand still mine? Is this version of myself still true? What would it feel like to stop performing your brand — and simply be it?

The heart(s) of Bliss

The heart(s) of Bliss

Hello, I am Thorranze.

I built Bliss because I needed it. Chances are, you need it too.

I know what it feels like to chase every definition of success and find nothing waiting at the finish line. I know what it costs to build something that isn't really yours.

After fifteen years working across international agencies, founding two studios, and collaborating with organisations both large and small, Bliss is my revelation, my mission, and my path back to myself.

How We Do It

How We Do It

Creative, strategic, and deeply personal. I reinvent your brand and its experience from the inside out.

One founder: you. One partner: me. No in between. I work directly with you because the most powerful brands start from the founder. Founders who know exactly who they are, what they stand for, and where they are taking their business. Together we get there, from thinking, building to being.

What We Work Towards

What We Work Towards

Thinking

Thinking

We surface your life message, your inner vision, and the thing you are genuinely here to build. Before anything is created, we align. You and your brand, finally speaking the same language.

Building

Building

We bring that vision to life: identity, expression, and experience that is coherent, distinctive, and entirely yours. This is where we express who you truly are.

Being

Being

We bring that vision to life — identity, expression, and experience that is coherent, distinctive, and entirely yours. This is where we express who you truly are.

Capabilities

Capabilities

A Sprint for Clarity

The Alignment

For founders entering a new stage of their business and seeking clarity on the vision and message their brand should carry forward.

Brand a & Business Expression

The Transformation

For founders ready to bring their vision into the world through a brand that fully reflects the direction of their business.

Fractional brand leadership

The Partnership

For founders who want an experienced strategic partner guiding the evolution of their brand as the business grows.

Founder Advisory

The Thinktank

For founders navigating important strategic questions around brand, positioning, or the future direction of their company.

Projects Involved

Projects Involved

Project Highlights

Project Highlights

Dam Da Kitchen
BRAND, PACKAGING
Enriched brand story and improved packaging, serving community in Edinburgh since 2020.
Growe
BRAND DEVELOPMENT
New Lab-Grown Diamond Challenger, successfully launched in the UK, Europe and Australia.
Omega Pressery
PACKAGING
Big love from Kenya, now Launched in Waitroes, UK's leading supermarket with refreshed design.
Benzimra & Co
BRAND DEVELOPMENT
An epic new look for one of the most ambitious web3 consultancies in the world today.
The Macha Yaad
Packaging Design
An joyus combo of Jamaica and Japan, won the title "UK New Product of the Year 2024".
The Chinese-Burns Supper
BRAND & CREATIVE DIRECTION
Shaping one of the most iconic cultural fusion events in the UK since 2020.
RishRight
PACAGING
Inspired by ancient recipe, a uunique condiment comes from Chinese home cooking to the kitchen in Britian.
Dam Da Kitchen
BRAND, PACKAGING
Enriched brand story and improved packaging, serving community in Edinburgh since 2020.
Growe
BRAND DEVELOPMENT
New Lab-Grown Diamond Challenger, successfully launched in the UK, Europe and Australia.
Omega Pressery
PACKAGING
Big love from Kenya, now Launched in Waitroes, UK's leading supermarket with refreshed design.
Benzimra & Co
BRAND DEVELOPMENT
An epic new look for one of the most ambitious web3 consultancies in the world today.
The Macha Yaad
Packaging Design
An joyus combo of Jamaica and Japan, won the title "UK New Product of the Year 2024".
The Chinese-Burns Supper
BRAND & CREATIVE DIRECTION
Shaping one of the most iconic cultural fusion events in the UK since 2020.
RishRight
PACAGING
Inspired by ancient recipe, a uunique condiment comes from Chinese home cooking to the kitchen in Britian.
Dam Da Kitchen
BRAND, PACKAGING
Enriched brand story and improved packaging, serving community in Edinburgh since 2020.
Growe
BRAND DEVELOPMENT
New Lab-Grown Diamond Challenger, successfully launched in the UK, Europe and Australia.
Omega Pressery
PACKAGING
Big love from Kenya, now Launched in Waitroes, UK's leading supermarket with refreshed design.
Benzimra & Co
BRAND DEVELOPMENT
An epic new look for one of the most ambitious web3 consultancies in the world today.
The Macha Yaad
Packaging Design
An joyus combo of Jamaica and Japan, won the title "UK New Product of the Year 2024".
The Chinese-Burns Supper
BRAND & CREATIVE DIRECTION
Shaping one of the most iconic cultural fusion events in the UK since 2020.
RishRight
PACAGING
Inspired by ancient recipe, a uunique condiment comes from Chinese home cooking to the kitchen in Britian.
Dam Da Kitchen
Brand Refresh
Serving community in Edinburgh since 2020
Growe
Brand Development
Successfully launched in the UK, Europe and Australia
Omega Pressery
Pacakging Design
Launched in Waitroes, UK's leading supermarket
Project Name
Brand Identity, Creative Direction
Shaping one of the most iconic cultural fusion events in the UK.
The Machat Yaad
Packaging Design
Relaunched and Became UK New Product of the Year 2024
RishRight
Packaging
Refreshed and launch into multiple local retails in the UK
Benzimra & Co
Brand Development
Shapping one of the most ambitious web3 consultancy in the world today.
Dam Da Kitchen
Brand Refresh
Serving community in Edinburgh since 2020
Growe
Brand Development
Successfully launched in the UK, Europe and Australia
Omega Pressery
Pacakging Design
Launched in Waitroes, UK's leading supermarket
Project Name
Brand Identity, Creative Direction
Shaping one of the most iconic cultural fusion events in the UK.
The Machat Yaad
Packaging Design
Relaunched and Became UK New Product of the Year 2024
RishRight
Packaging
Refreshed and launch into multiple local retails in the UK
Benzimra & Co
Brand Development
Shapping one of the most ambitious web3 consultancy in the world today.
Dam Da Kitchen
Brand Refresh
Serving community in Edinburgh since 2020
Growe
Brand Development
Successfully launched in the UK, Europe and Australia
Omega Pressery
Pacakging Design
Launched in Waitroes, UK's leading supermarket
Project Name
Brand Identity, Creative Direction
Shaping one of the most iconic cultural fusion events in the UK.
The Machat Yaad
Packaging Design
Relaunched and Became UK New Product of the Year 2024
RishRight
Packaging
Refreshed and launch into multiple local retails in the UK
Benzimra & Co
Brand Development
Shapping one of the most ambitious web3 consultancy in the world today.

Testimonials

Testimonials

“ James has worked with Silver Lining on several Bank Australia projects from EDM designs to Webflow assets. His craft, work ethic and professionalism have been second to none. I have no hesitation in recommending James' work to other businesses, just as long as he has time for our projects too. ”

Liren Bian,

Founder, Bubble T-break

“ James has worked with Silver Lining on several Bank Australia projects from EDM designs to Webflow assets. His craft, work ethic and professionalism have been second to none. I have no hesitation in recommending James' work to other businesses, just as long as he has time for our projects too. ”

Liren Bian,

Founder, Bubble T-break

“ James has worked with Silver Lining on several Bank Australia projects from EDM designs to Webflow assets. His craft, work ethic and professionalism have been second to none. I have no hesitation in recommending James' work to other businesses, just as long as he has time for our projects too. ”

Liren Bian,

Founder, Bubble T-break

“ James has worked with Silver Lining on several Bank Australia projects from EDM designs to Webflow assets. His craft, work ethic and professionalism have been second to none. I have no hesitation in recommending James' work to other businesses, just as long as he has time for our projects too. ”

Liren Bian,

Founder, Bubble T-break

A small but mighty bunch

A small but mighty bunch

I know, I am not for every one. Bliss is supported by a carefully selected group of talented collaborators who share the same commitment to thoughtful work. A small but mighty community. If I am not for you, you should check out these beautiful human being. :)

Alessandro Guaschino
Alessandro GuaschinoEx-BCG, Design Director
Silvia Razakova
Silvia RazakovaCreative Director, Snr. Designer, Illustrator
Mario Alcantara-Monteiro FRSA
Mario Alcantara-Monteiro FRSABrand Strategy, Creative Director, Snr. Designer
Alessandro Guaschino
Alessandro GuaschinoEx-BCG, Design Director
Silvia Razakova
Silvia RazakovaCreative Director, Snr. Designer, Illustrator
Mario Alcantara-Monteiro FRSA
Mario Alcantara-Monteiro FRSABrand Strategy, Creative Director, Snr. Designer
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  • Bliss is defined as a state of supreme happiness, utter joy, and complete contentment or serenity.

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