Darren TK Dao’s design journey started when he was 19, working at a contemporary concept store in Vietnam. Inspired by the bold energy of Jackson Pollock and the playful imagination of Fornasetti, he fell in love with creativity while still studying finance and banking—where he often ended up designing Powerpoint presentations for his classmates.
In 2017, Darren decided to follow his passion and moved to the Netherlands to study graphic design at Saxion University. Since then, he’s worked at studios like Sticky Bandits and kemari.digital, taking on roles like art director along the way.
In 2024, Darren decided to start his independent studio 'dao for design' with his design mates, Redmar and Anh. This marks a new chapter of creativity and collaboration.
Work Experience
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Known for his love of art and culture, Darren’s work combines timeless style with bold, vibrant touches. Whether it’s branding, photography, or UI/UX, his designs are all about creating something fresh, modern, and full of personality.
dao for design
2024-
Founder & Art director
Kemari.digital
2023-24
Art Director
2021-22
Senior Designer
Sticky Bandits
2019-21
Senior Designer
2018-19
Designer
Dao for design team
Left to right:
redmar—Web developer
Anh—designer
Darren—art director
Shiva
office buddy
What we Do
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1/4
Crafting identities that not only stand out but also tell a story.
Logo design
Brand strategy
Brand guideline
2/4
From on-set shoot to studio, we ideate, plan and make it seamlessly for you.
set design
model scouting
Social media
3/4
Bringing concepts to life through meticulous planning and creative direction.
moodboard
Insights and research
collab management
4/4
Designing intuitive and aesthetically pleasing digital experiences.
Design system
Prototyping
Domain & maintenance