Bringing your brand to life is an opportunity to utilize design as a tool to communicate more effectively instead of just trying to look good. We love good eye candy when we see it, but not at the expense of losing the message or purpose.
Here are three pointers for sticking to smart design:
Addition by subtraction
Always ask, does that element need to be there? Don’t make your audience work to understand what’s being communicated. Keeping designs clean and focused is kind to your audience.
Catalogue design for Island Stone prioritizes Pinterest-worthy install photography along with color and sizing options.
Design is communication
The point of good design is to communicate! What is the copy really saying? What do you want the audience to feel when they read it? How can we use design to do that quickly? (see point above about keeping designs simple too).
Timely ads for Beach Haven articulate a clear message both visually and verbally.
Uniqueness through concept
What is the concept? How can you show it with visuals? Push past your first, second, and third idea because the first ideas that surface will be techniques you’ve seen before. Breaking out of what’s expected will make your work stand out.
PR firm BAM Communications lives by the idea that “stories move the world, we move stories forward.” By repurposing mockup kits used in the design industry, we created custom conceptual art that marries the lust of success with a sense of tangible results.
Finally, don’t forget to collaborate along the way. Share early and often, and don’t let your ego get in the way. You’ll find that clients are creative too, and want to be part of the process!
Know that design could work smarter for your brand, but don’t know where to begin? Reach out!
