Scratch Creative was founded in 2020 by lifelong friends Ben Lofthouse and Aidan Broddell, driven by a shared frustration with slow, bloated agency models. They set out to build something better. A studio that delivers ideas and brings them to life with precision, speed and craft.

Today, Scratch is one of the UK’s most progressive design and production studios. In 2025, we delivered more than 75 projects across 14 countries, creating high impact environments, activations and experiences for leading global brands.

We work senior led, fast and focused, without the unnecessary layers that waste time and budget. Clients get big agency quality with boutique studio attention and better value where it counts.

Exceptional ideas.

Precise execution.

No fluff. Just work that lands.

The Founders

Ben Lofthouse brings extensive experience from the world of large-scale and high-profile public events and brand experience projects, combining creative vision with a deep understanding of logistics, design and international delivery. His approach blends aesthetic sensitivity with an obsession for detail and atmosphere.

Aidan Broddell draws from a background in high-end construction and luxury development, having overseen major hotel builds and premium property renovations. His technical expertise ensures that every creative concept is backed by structure, precision and flawless delivery.

Together, Ben and Aidan lead a studio that thrives on pushing boundaries and redefining how brands engage with physical space.

Approach

At Scratch Creative, collaboration sits at the heart of everything we do. We integrate seamlessly with our clients’ teams, working as one unified studio across design, production and delivery. From early concept through to final installation, we approach every project as partners, not suppliers.

This integration allows us to truly understand each brand’s vision, audience and ambition, enabling us to craft environments that not only look exceptional but perform beautifully in the real world. Whether developing a flagship retail concept, a global brand activation or an immersive live experience, our focus is always on creating something meaningful, memorable and measurable.

Our in-house design and production teams share the same ethos — to make the process collaborative, transparent and enjoyable. Every project benefits from direct access to our specialists, including designers, architects, project managers and fabricators, who work side by side with clients to bring ideas to life.

Philosophy

We believe great design should do more than look good; it should make people feel something. Each project is an opportunity to connect with audiences through every sense — sight, sound, touch, scent and emotion.

For us, success lies in the balance between creativity and craftsmanship, in building spaces that not only capture attention but create lasting impact.