About

Threestory Studio is a narrative design shop in Palo Alto, California. We tell stories that impact people, whether through experiences in physical spaces or through print and digital media. We look for the place where clarity, humanity and integrity meet; that’s where powerful visual communication happens. Our clients are often museums and public-facing organizations in science, medicine or technology — anyone with a complicated story to tell that would benefit from clear visual thinking.

Erik Jacobsen

Erik serves as the point person and creative director for all projects. He has been directing creative teams for more than a decade and loves the interchange and stimulation that come with exploring new ideas. He has a knack for getting to the heart of a matter quickly, then translating that understanding into words, images, and experiences that help others to see.

In addition to being a designer and visual storyteller, Erik is a published poet, photographer, artist, musician, non-profit school board member, and father — all of which inform his storytelling.

Threestory Press

In addition to our narrative design work, we launched Threestory Press in 2026, publisher of Erik's book The Gift of Broken Things. Follow Threestory Press on Instagram.