--- title: Blog - North East Web & Design Agency | Thrive | Design (5) description: Design | Darlington based website design and development agency with marketing and branding specialists serving small to medium businesses across the North East and UK. (5) --- [![Thrive Logo](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/hubfs/thrive-logo-pink-1.svg)](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/) - [What We Do](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/what-we-do) - [About](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/about-us) - [Approach](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/approach) - [Work](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/work) - [Blog](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/blog) - [Contact](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/contact) ## Blog We design websites, create brands and run marketing that delivers results. Here’s some of our recent projects. Browse by topic... - [Digital Marketing (508)](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/blog/topic/digital-marketing) - [Office Life (122)](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/blog/topic/office-life) - [Design (49)](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/blog/topic/design) - [Web (48)](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/blog/topic/web) - [News (47)](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/blog/topic/news) May 22, 2015 ### [Improve Your Blog Posts and Social Media Statuses with FREE Stock Images](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/blog/improve-your-blog-posts-and-social-media-statuses-with-free-stock-images) One of the most common questions we get is, 'where can I get free images from?', but it's a little more complicated than just Googling as some people might risk. 26 minute read [Continue Reading](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/blog/improve-your-blog-posts-and-social-media-statuses-with-free-stock-images) May 4, 2015 ### [Advertising and Journalistic Guidelines for Corporate Consistency in Branding](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/blog/advertising-and-journalistic-guidelines-for-corporate-consistency-in-branding) When it comes to corporate consistency there are straightforward rules and brand development also has some 'best practices' worth reminding yourself of... 11 minute read [Continue Reading](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/blog/advertising-and-journalistic-guidelines-for-corporate-consistency-in-branding) November 7, 2014 ### [5 Company Blogs Worth Following To Improve Your Marketing & Design](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/blog/improve-your-marketing-by-following-these-great-blogs) We're firm believers in sharing what we know with the people who matter - you!! Try improving your marketing, content, social media and design skills with these reputable company blogs! 16 minute read [Continue Reading](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/blog/improve-your-marketing-by-following-these-great-blogs) November 3, 2014 ### [The Ultimate Collection of Design Infographics](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/blog/15-invaluable-infographics-to-ensure-your-design-is-a-sophisticated-and-user-friendly-one) Of course, there are no "blanket" rules for any design - as each design, purpose, audience is different. However, there are some fairly generic rules and advice to be given for those looking to rebrand, redesign or approach an agency. 16 minute read [Continue Reading](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/blog/15-invaluable-infographics-to-ensure-your-design-is-a-sophisticated-and-user-friendly-one) September 19, 2014 ### [Do-It-Yourself Design Projects To Quickly Boost Marketing Efforts](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/blog/do-it-yourself-design-projects-to-quickly-boost-marketing-efforts) Sometimes, an agency isn't needed. Whether you're a small company, multi-national corporation or 'one-man band', there are some things you can do yourself, do them well and have success with them... 10 minute read [Continue Reading](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/blog/do-it-yourself-design-projects-to-quickly-boost-marketing-efforts) August 22, 2014 ### [The Lost & Confused Customer and the Importance of Brand Consistency](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/blog/the-lost-confused-customer-and-the-importance-of-brand-consistency) What do you sell? Why should I use you? What makes you different to your competitors? How good is your product or service? 17 minute read [Continue Reading](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/blog/the-lost-confused-customer-and-the-importance-of-brand-consistency) August 4, 2014 ### [Logos Are Just One Element of a Brand - a Story for MDs, Managers and Creative Teams Alike](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/blog/logos-one-element-of-a-brand-story-for-mds-managers-creatives-alike) The brand development process and importance of a company logo – for senior managers looking to refresh their company. 7 minute read [Continue Reading](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/blog/logos-one-element-of-a-brand-story-for-mds-managers-creatives-alike) February 26, 2014 ### [British Airways Is Britain's Top Brand, According to Superbrands](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/blog/britains-top-brand-announced) Britain's favourite brand has been revealed by the new 2014 Consumer Superbrands list. 6 minute read [Continue Reading](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/blog/britains-top-brand-announced) February 10, 2014 ### [Simple, Cost Effective Brand Development and Design Advice](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/blog/affordable-brand-development-design-for-company-mds-and-owners) Building a brand isn’t always an easy concept, certainly when money is an ever-present issue for small businesses. 13 minute read [Continue Reading](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/blog/affordable-brand-development-design-for-company-mds-and-owners) There was an error loading new blogs, please try again later.. **Loading, please wait...** ![hubspot-logo-white](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/hubfs/2021%20Assets/Partner%20Logos/hubspot-logo-white.svg "hubspot-logo-white") ![google-partner-logo-white](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/hubfs/2021%20Assets/Partner%20Logos/google-partner-logo-white.svg "google-partner-logo-white") Copyright © Thrive Marketing Limited 2026 [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/company/thrivehq?trk=top_nav_home/) [hello@thriveability.co.uk](mailto:hello@thriveability.co.uk) [01325 778 786](tel:01325%20778%20786)