For Edition, great design is about more than aesthetics—it’s about intention. Their latest project, a striking deck of Core Values cards, is a perfect reflection of that philosophy. Created for Wealth Architects’ annual summit, Wealth Architect University, the cards serve as a meaningful tool to help attendees align with what matters most.
Each year, Wealth Architect University explores a new theme centered around a different dimension of wealth—not just financial prosperity, but fulfillment, relationships, purpose, and beyond. These thoughtfully crafted Core Values cards were developed to help attendees clarify their personal values, ultimately guiding more aligned decisions in their careers, lives, and communities.
A Partnership Built on Trust and Vision
The deck itself was the result of a long-standing collaboration between Edition and Wealth Architects. Having worked together on multiple brand pieces over the years, Edition is deeply familiar with the Wealth Architects brand—a familiarity that proved essential in crafting something truly bespoke.
“Since we created their brand guidelines, it was a seamless experience to bring this concept to life,” Edition shared. “We were able to extend their brand elements—colors, imagery, typography—into something not only beautiful and cohesive, but useful.”
The design combines rich, color-treated nature imagery with a clean, polished layout that mirrors the clarity and serenity the cards are meant to inspire. Though the cards are not available for public purchase, their elegance and utility make them the kind of piece recipients want to keep and revisit long after the summit ends.
“They Were Over the Moon”
For Edition, the most rewarding moment came when the final product landed in the hands of their client.
“The reaction from Wealth Architects was incredible. They were over the moon seeing their vision come to life—and that’s what makes our work feel so fulfilling,” they said.
Why Did Edition Go With Shuffled Ink?
When it came time to manufacture the cards, Edition turned to Shuffled Ink after reading a slew of positive, authentic reviews.“We work with many vendors—print, web, digital—and have a very high bar. Shuffled Ink exceeded our expectations across the board. The quality, service, and turnaround time were all top-tier.”
Advice from the Studio
For fellow designers or anyone looking to bring a card deck to life, Edition offered this sage advice: “Cards are inherently visual, so they should look good—but they should also be clear, functional, and cohesive. Don’t sacrifice usability for design, or vice versa. A successful design seamlessly marries form and function.”
With 2025 on the horizon, Edition is focused on continuing to support their clients’ success through smart, beautiful design. And if more card decks are in the future? They’ll know exactly who to call.
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