What is Aether Creative Studio?

Aether Creative Studio is a design and development practice focused on clarity, structure, and modern digital systems. We help brands, products, and organizations create experiences that feel grounded, intentional, and human while strategically optimizing for the AI era. We are proud of our craftsmanship and creativity and how we augment our processes with artificial intelligence.

What makes your studio different?

We combine disciplined process with refined design and always take into account the situation, we never push a template or comfortable pattern because it's easier for us. We sincerely love to create and solve problems. Every project is built to perform across both human and AI-driven search, and every decision is grounded in clarity, consistency, and long-term scalability.

Who leads Aether Creative Studio?

The studio is led by John Hansen, a designer and developer with a background shaped by both tech and military service. That experience influences a calm, structured approach to problem-solving and execution.

What types of clients do you typically work with?

We partner with small businesses, federal contractors, growing brands, and organizations that need clean, modern digital foundations—whether that's a brand system, a website, or a complete product experience.

What services does your team provide?

We focus on brand identity, UX/UI design, web design and development, iOS, and SEO/AEO/GEO optimization. Every service is built around structure, clarity, and maintainability.

How do you approach new projects?

We begin with a conversation to understand your goals. From there, we define structure, create a clear plan, and shape the work through steady, predictable phases.

Do you collaborate with other teams or agencies?

Yes. We like working with agencies and can integrate into existing teams, support larger initiatives, or provide specialized design and development expertise where needed.

Where is Aether Creative Studio based?

The studio is based in Los Angeles and works with clients locally and across multiple time zones through structured digital collaboration.

What is your design philosophy?

We focus on clarity, consistency, and calm. Design should remove friction, guide understanding, and create a sense of confidence at every touchpoint.

How can we work with Aether Creative Studio?

Just contact us through our form, calendar, or email. It starts with a brief conversation. We'll learn what you're aiming to create, determine the best approach, and outline a clear next step.

About | Aether Creative Studio

We love to create

We work with creativity, patience, and positivity.

John founded the studio to solve problems through thoughtful use of design and technology in an open, positive, and driven atmosphere. He occasionally works with artists, designers, and developers. The studio isn't always active and engages projects based on interest and impact.

John Hansen

Founder & Principal Designer

John Hansen is a Veteran, designer, and developer focused thoughtful digital systems, brand experiences, and the web as a creative and functional platform. When at the studio he does creative direction, visual design, UX/UI, Webflow, and web development. Otherwise, he's eating spicy food, reading books, gaming, or playing classical guitar. He's from Long Beach, California.

Nikolai Annenkoff

Co-Founder & Software Engineer

Nikolai Annenkoff is a software engineer focused on iOS, backend systems, and building reliable digital products. He does iOS development, procurement, and project management at the studio. Outside of the studio, he enjoys gaming, solving technical problems, and creating software that quietly powers great user experiences. He's from Murietta, California.

Verified Credentials

Our studio certifications.

Certifications that demonstrate our focus on structured development, thoughtful design, scalable digital solutions, and desire to working for something bigger.

Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE)

Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Center for Evaluation and Verification

The State of California DVBE certification confirms our status as a service-disabled veteran-owned business, meeting state standards for veteran ownership and operational integrity.

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)

Small Business Administration

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) status reflects a foundation of service, resilience, and accountability—demonstrating disciplined execution, clear communication, and a results-driven approach built for long-term reliability.

Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB)

Small Business Administration

Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) status reflects a foundation of service and accountability, demonstrating disciplined execution, clear communication, and a results-driven approach built for long-term reliability.

State of California Small Business (SB)

State of California Department of General Services (DGS) as a Small Business (SB)

State of California Small Business certification affirms our standing as a qualified local partner. It reflects compliance, accountability, and readiness to support public and private projects with dependable execution and transparent operations.

Local Small Business Enterprises (LSBE)

Los Angeles Department of Consumer and Business Affairs

Our Los Angeles County LSBE certification confirms our status as a qualified local small business, meeting County standards for compliance, accountability, and operational readiness to deliver dependable results on public and private projects.

Emerging Business Enterprise

Department of General Services Office of Small Business & Veterans Business Enterprise Services (OSDS)

A City-recognized category intended to help qualifying emerging businesses compete for City contracting opportunities.

Small Business Enterprise (Proprietary)

State of California Department of General Services (DGS) as a Small Business (SB)

Recognizes qualifying small businesses for contracting opportunities with City proprietary departments, including LAWA, the Port of Los Angeles, and LADWP.

Small Business Enterprise (Los Angeles)

Department of General Services Office of Small Business & Veterans Business Enterprise Services (OSDS)

City recognition for qualifying small businesses, supporting their visibility and participation in City contracting opportunities.

About Us

We love to make things.

Based in Los Angeles, we’re an intentionally small team of artists, designers and builders driven by curiosity and a passion for crafting experiences that make a difference for people.

Contact Us

Want to discuss a project?

Contact Aether Creative Studio to discuss presentation design, web design, branding, and digital platform development. Use our form or contact us directly:

Email: info@aethercreative.studio‍
Phone: (424) 248-8319

We're based in Los Angeles, working with businesses and organizations locally and remotely.

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