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Close-up image of a green textured surface with a block of green text on it, written in black cursive font, discussing the importance of personal growth through understanding oneself and embracing change.
Grafisch ontwerp met tekst 'The icon project Cisco' en een symbool dat lijkt op een gestileerde oog of gezicht, bestaand uit lijnen en cirkels in zwart en grijs.
Moderne digitale wijzerplaat met de snelle rotatiesnelheid van 846 RPM.
Abstract digital artwork featuring a large stylized dollar sign with blue and white highlights and shadows.
Abstracte zwarte en witte gevormde structuren met glans en schaduw op een zwarte achtergrond.
Een zwart-wit pixelkunstportret van een vrouw met een hand onder haar kin.

Meaningful design begins with clarity. At Kern02 Design Studio, founded by Christophe Heylen and Els Bauwelinck, we specialize in stripping away the unnecessary to reveal the essence of your brand. We are a multidisciplinary design studio dedicated to pure craftsmanship. Whether you are a cultural institution or a global tech company, we provide the visual precision your project deserves. Based near Antwerp, we partner with clients to build visual identities, editorial designs, and digital experiences that are grounded in simplicity and thoughtful experimentation.   

For further information, commissions or collaborations please get in touch: info@kern02.com — instagram kern02

Zwart-wit foto van een vrouw en een man die tegen een muur leunen, beiden met korte haar, de vrouw naar links kijkt en de man naar rechts.

IN BETWEEN is our magazine dedicated to the exploration, discovery, and research of graphic design. This publication reflects our vision, showcasing client projects, creative processes, experiments and innovative concepts.

  • A black and white abstract artwork featuring a stylized shape with the word "GRID" inside it, surrounded by a chaotic pattern of intersecting lines. In the upper right corner, the words "IN BETWEEN" are visible.
  • Abstract black and white geometric patterns with squares, circles, and lines, arranged in a grid format.
  • A black and white architectural blueprint or diagram with layered, circular, and geometric patterns divided into two sections, one with a lighter background and one with a darker background.
  • Abstract black and white geometric pattern with intersecting lines and shapes.
  • Open book or magazine with a page of text on the left side and a technical drawing or blueprint of a modern high-rise building on the right side, with a grid background.
  • Black and white graphical logo of a face with circular and bar elements, with a small Cisco logo in the bottom right corner.
  • Technical drawing or blueprint of a mechanical device with dimensions and labels.
  • Abstract black and white geometric artwork divided into two sections with distinct patterns, set against a dark background.