Because your brand should work with your real life, not against it.

Brand design for women building
something bigger than busywork.

I get you - because I am you.

You’re trying to figure out that sweet blend between big dreams and real life.

Sound about right? You're juggling kids, clients, and the million things that matter most. I know what it’s like to feel pulled in every direction and wonder if your ideas are “enough.” That’s why I’m here: to help you turn your passion into a presence that feels like home, works as hard as you do, and makes your brand impossible to ignore.

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it takes a village, right?

Let's be real, you want a brand and a website that does the work for you. You're busy!

Famously, your website should be able to explain everything you do, how you do it, and who you do it for, without you even having to having a conversation, yet! Does yours? Or do you constantly feel like you're reaching out and explaining yourself over and over? Let me do the work to make your website your highest performing employee from now, on!

Branding and website experiences for founders, owners, and creative entrepreneurs who juggle family, ambition, and the realities of messy motherhood.

full service branding

website design and development

ongoing creative support

I help women communicate their brand clearly with design that shows up even when they can’t.

I help women grow brands that look legit, feel aligned, and create space for what matters most.

brand and web design studio

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"It’s like she reads my mind and fully understands my vision before I even say it out loud."

Rouse Design Studio has helped me with two of my businesses now, from start to finish on logos, color palettes, and full website builds. She’s absolutely incredible. It’s like she reads my mind and fully understands my vision before I even say it out loud. Every single time, she overdelivers. If you’re looking for someone who’s creative, reliable, and truly invested in bringing your brand to life, I can’t recommend her enough. You won’t be disappointed.

shelby sells

"Sydney brought my vision to life with stunning clarity, creativity, and professionalism."

Rouse Design Studio is phenomenal! From start to finish, Sydney brought my vision to life with stunning clarity, creativity, and professionalism. Sydney deeply understood my brand and delivered a website that is both visually breathtaking and strategically smart. The process was incredibly smooth, collaborative, and oh, so fun! I’ve gotten so many compliments — truly couldn’t recommend Rouse more. If you want thoughtful, high-impact design, Rouse is it.

ally hoffman scott

"My biggest comment is that your voice will be heard and dreams will become more visual."

Sydney's service is so intentional. My biggest comment is that your voice will be heard and dreams will become more visual. I vividly remember seeing my brand mock up for the first time and being blown away that she could put my ideas into something so authentically ME and MY VISION.

caroline neshyba

"The biggest compliment that I often get is that my branding looks like me"

Rouse Design Studio was the BEST decision we made in our rebrand. The biggest compliment that I often get is that my branding looks like me, which is exactly what I asked for. I am in LOVE with by website and branding!

amanda m

" I would trust her with any brand that needs direction, inspiration and expert design services!"

We always love working with Sydney! She designed our full brand from start to finish and it has really helped elevate our business. We get SO many compliments on how beautiful, professional and luxe it looks.
She is very efficient and fantastic at what she does. We love our website and love that we can work with Sydney to add things or refresh things when needed. I would trust her with any brand that needs direction, inspiration and expert design services! Thank you, Sydney, for everything you've done for us.

fiorae luxury travel

Hey, it's the girl with all the [animals], [kids], [you decide].

But, you can call me                 Sydney Walden.

I’m Sydney. I started Rouse Design Studio after leaving teaching and giving myself permission to chase a dream. As a mom, business owner, and creative, I know firsthand how messy, beautiful, and rewarding this journey can be. My mission is to help women like you step into your next chapter with confidence, clarity, and a brand that feels like home.

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