Since 2000 pickworthbell communications has provided public relations, branding, and marketing services to designers, retail design and clothing stores, artists, and non-profit arts organizations, including the Pittsburgh AIDS Task Force, the DC Arts Commission, DC Film Festival, the Washington Antiques Show, and the Smithsonian Folklife Festival to shape their messaging, define and develop brands, orchestrate events, and position them in the media and marketplace. Our work with design clients continues to be instrumental in re-shaping Washington, D.C.'s image as a major design destination. Successfully launched  style businesses include Relish, Vesta Home, Apartment Zero, Vega, Contemporaria, Kevin Kopil (New York), Mod Decor, and Tissage du Monde.

pickworthbell communications emphasizes working with clients on a highly individual basis to develop packaging, messaging, and branding that positions clients as style icons and industry experts. Strategies focus on building a strong relationship with the client, determining and shaping the client's story for journalists, editors, and producers, and placing it for maximum exposure. Central to our philosophy is the establishment of an enduring and credible presence for the client with the target audience.

Our exacting approach is supported by strong media relationships and coherent and distinctively packaged press materials that set clients apart from the outset. We craft unique yet complementary identities for each our clients, allowing us to promote them effectively as individuals, while creating opportunities for national, regional, and local coverage for the client group as a whole. Media placements include Interior Design, House Beautiful, The New York Times, Wallpaper, HGTV, Lucky, Travel & Leisure, City Magazine, Elle Décor, Food & Wine, and Details.

We are expert at developing tactical relationships with other businesses, organizations, and creative talent to increase client market share and enhance visibility opportunities. Negotiated and secured sponsorships include such style leaders as Amtrak Acela, Evian, Bombay Sapphire, Fusebox Gallery, Kimpton Hotels, The Hotel George, Metropolitan Home, Fashion Group International, Vidal Sassoon Salon Washington, Bang & Olufsen, The American Institute of Architects, Metropolis, Elle Décor, and Surface.