Bringing Places to Life with Maps

Finding your way around a new place should feel exciting, not overwhelming. That’s where our illustrators, like Toby Melville-Brown, step in. Whether it’s a busy transport hub, a family-friendly farm, a cultural landmark, or a vineyard tour, Toby’s maps do more than guide the way, they tell the story of the place.

He has created bespoke maps for a wide range of clients, from playful layouts for farms and visitor attractions to detailed cityscapes. Each one captures the character of the location while making navigation simple and engaging. Alongside this, Toby has a real passion for historical maps, making him a perfect fit for projects with heritage sites, period properties, and cultural landmarks looking for that timeless touch.

Some of his recent projects include:

Wimbledon Activity Map - a map that makes exploring the grounds fun for families and visitors, highlighting bespoke activities and experiences.

Nike Lab + The Art of Ping Pong  - 60 Ping Pong bats illustrated in seven days, celebrating Roger Federer through illustrated maps of his tournaments and events.

Battersea Power Station - combining intricate architectural details with clear, easy-to-read layouts that help travellers find their bearings.

Every project is unique, and we work closely with clients to make sure the final map reflects the message they want to convey, whether it should be more practical or stylistic all the while keeping it visually memorable.

If you’re looking for a wayfinding solution that combines function with creativity, we’d love to help.

If you’d like to work with Toby, please contact: [email protected]

At illo agency, we pride ourselves in representing a collation of global illustrators, distinctly diverse in creativity and uniquely celebrated by like-minded clients across a range of commercial markets.