Brand Identity · 2024

Brand Identity Design | Zakes

Complete brand identity system for emerging brand including logo design, comprehensive brand guidelines, color palette, typography, and brand application standards.

Client
Zakes
Year
2026
Service
Brand Identity
Role
Brand Identity Designer

The Challenge

Zakes was launching as a new brand in a saturated market and needed a distinctive identity that would stand out while appealing to their target demographic of young professionals. The brand needed to communicate premium quality while remaining accessible.

The Solution

Created a bold, modern identity system with a memorable logo, distinctive color palette, and comprehensive guidelines that gave the brand a premium yet accessible feel. The identity was designed to be versatile across digital and physical touchpoints.

My Process

Market research → Competitor analysis → Logo concepts (5 directions) → Refined concept → Color & typography → Brand guidelines → Mockup applications → Final delivery

Deliverables

Primary logo + variations
Brand guidelines (30 pages)
Color palette with specs
Typography system
Business card design
Letterhead & envelope
Social media kit
Brand pattern library

Results

Brand launched successfully with consistent identity across all touchpoints. Received positive feedback from target audience for distinctive, memorable visual presence.