Posts Tagged ‘Branding’

How to Spruce up Business with Graphic Design

Tuesday, August 31st, 2010

Every day, business professionals are overwhelmed by countless e-mails, links and websites. Often times, organizations competing for the same business use similar wording to describe their services. So how does a company stand out from the countless corporations all vying for the same business? The answer is undoubtedly branding that is both fresh and appealing. With websites, blogs, collateral and even business cards, companies should pursue a professional look that is immediately eye catching. Still skeptical about the importance of design? Today, I’d like to use resumes to prove my point.

Regardless of template or source, most resumes consist of a heading, objective, education summary, experience summary and list of technical expertise. But check out the immediate impact of these visually stunning resumes.

These resumes teach us that a professional design paired with creativity can really push a company from the middle to the front. In addition to creating a lasting impression, unique and appealing branding can also show off an organization’s company. And anytime a brand can make a prospect laugh or smile, chances are they’ve just earned a client.

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New and Improved: 3 Fresh Logo Redesigns

Thursday, August 5th, 2010

While a well crafted logo can bring about tremendous brand awareness when unaltered, sometimes a refresh can be a good thing. Often times, the key is to insert subtle changes while maintaining the overall look and feel.

Looking for a few sources of inspiration? The following list demonstrates three examples of famous logos that have successfully updated their look.

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Discovery Channel’s new design, which was crafted by Viewpoint Creative in Boston, provides a sleek and updated look with its switch from the Aurora Bold Condensed font to Gotham.  The globe’s connection to the d in discovery completes a very nice overall look.

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While MTV’s logo makeover was minimal, the flexibility of the design’s message was increased. By dropping  the ‘music television’ line and transforming the M into a blank canvas, MTV can focus more on the reality aspect of its programming as well as insert channel stars into the design, thereby helping the logo to continually evolve as fast as music does.

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It’s hard to ignore this powerhouse coffee shop Starbucks with a franchise on nearly every single corner. The old logo, which features a half nude siren framed by bland colors, was far from memorable. The updated look has ushered in a new era for the caffeine giant with a much more attractive mermaid in the center and an appealing green and black palette that pops.

What are some redesigns you’ve spotted that you’ve either loved or hated?

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Heart and Sol: Our Head to Toe Branding of Bistro Del Sol

Thursday, July 15th, 2010

The other day, my co-worker Julie ran across a commercial promoting Roy Barnes for Governor. In the video, Roy was standing before Bistro Del Sol in the atrium of the Hartsfield-Jackson airport. We were both tickled by the sighting, as Sellier Design worked closely with our client HBF (Hojeij Branded Foods) to design the branding for Bistro Del Sol.

We did so first by studying restaurant concepts as well as unique materials in order to come up with a fresh and appealing overall look for the restaurant. Next we specified tile and paint colors. From there we designed the logo, packaging labels, wall art, and applied vinyl graphics throughout the space. We created all of the marketing materials including posters, brochures, PPT, and business cards. And finally, we worked with the architect to design the digital menu board. When I say we did everything, I mean we did everything! We even designed crew uniforms.

Since then, my team and I have worked with HBF on another concept with Abica Coffee in 2002 and have also enjoyed working with them in the retail space. Through our blood, sweat and tears we have created results of which we are very proud. 

So the next time you have your TV on, if you happen to see Roy Barnes standing in the airport, take a closer look. From the logo to the wall colors and even the digital menu board, our passion lies in the details.