Overview
The scope included a complete brand identity system, from logo and typography to packaging and digital touchpoints. The identity needed to express time, focus, and creativity while remaining warm and approachable. Deliverables: Primary + secondary logo Logomark / monogram Coffee packaging (bags, cold brew bottles, and cups) Merch (tote bags, tags, and signage) Instagram and digital design mockups The creative direction focused on minimalist typography, monochrome palettes, and circular forms inspired by the idea of “cycles” symbolizing the flow of time and creative energy.
The scope included a complete brand identity system, from logo and typography to packaging and digital touchpoints. The identity needed to express time, focus, and creativity while remaining warm and approachable. Deliverables: Primary + secondary logo Logomark / monogram Coffee packaging (bags, cold brew bottles, and cups) Merch (tote bags, tags, and signage) Instagram and digital design mockups The creative direction focused on minimalist typography, monochrome palettes, and circular forms inspired by the idea of “cycles” symbolizing the flow of time and creative energy.
The scope included a complete brand identity system, from logo and typography to packaging and digital touchpoints. The identity needed to express time, focus, and creativity while remaining warm and approachable. Deliverables: Primary + secondary logo Logomark / monogram Coffee packaging (bags, cold brew bottles, and cups) Merch (tote bags, tags, and signage) Instagram and digital design mockups The creative direction focused on minimalist typography, monochrome palettes, and circular forms inspired by the idea of “cycles” symbolizing the flow of time and creative energy.
The scope included a complete brand identity system, from logo and typography to packaging and digital touchpoints. The identity needed to express time, focus, and creativity while remaining warm and approachable. Deliverables: Primary + secondary logo Logomark / monogram Coffee packaging (bags, cold brew bottles, and cups) Merch (tote bags, tags, and signage) Instagram and digital design mockups The creative direction focused on minimalist typography, monochrome palettes, and circular forms inspired by the idea of “cycles” symbolizing the flow of time and creative energy.
Client
Circa Coffee
Industry
Coffee Brand
Service
Visual Identity
Package Design
Brand Design
Duration
4 Weeks
The Challenge
The main challenge was to design a brand that balanced two opposing worlds: Futuristic and sleek — appealing to design-savvy audiences and digital creatives. Warm and grounded — maintaining the human, social essence of a coffee space. Another challenge was creating a logo system and visual language versatile enough to work seamlessly across both small-scale digital formats (like an app icon or Instagram avatar) and large-scale environments (like packaging, signage, and menus).
The main challenge was to design a brand that balanced two opposing worlds: Futuristic and sleek — appealing to design-savvy audiences and digital creatives. Warm and grounded — maintaining the human, social essence of a coffee space. Another challenge was creating a logo system and visual language versatile enough to work seamlessly across both small-scale digital formats (like an app icon or Instagram avatar) and large-scale environments (like packaging, signage, and menus).
The main challenge was to design a brand that balanced two opposing worlds: Futuristic and sleek — appealing to design-savvy audiences and digital creatives. Warm and grounded — maintaining the human, social essence of a coffee space. Another challenge was creating a logo system and visual language versatile enough to work seamlessly across both small-scale digital formats (like an app icon or Instagram avatar) and large-scale environments (like packaging, signage, and menus).
The main challenge was to design a brand that balanced two opposing worlds: Futuristic and sleek — appealing to design-savvy audiences and digital creatives. Warm and grounded — maintaining the human, social essence of a coffee space. Another challenge was creating a logo system and visual language versatile enough to work seamlessly across both small-scale digital formats (like an app icon or Instagram avatar) and large-scale environments (like packaging, signage, and menus).
The Solution
To overcome these challenges, the design process focused on three key visual pillars: Time as a Motif Circular logomarks and repeating line elements subtly reference clocks, cycles, and creative flow. Editorial Minimalism A typographic system built on high-contrast serif + clean sans-serif pairing, giving the brand an elegant, publication-like aesthetic. Tonal Balance A neutral palette of charcoal, cream, and muted taupe creates calm and focus, while small orange or gold accents bring energy and warmth. Through these design decisions, CIRCA establishes a signature look that feels both timeless and contemporary — much like the creative moments it’s designed to accompany.
To overcome these challenges, the design process focused on three key visual pillars: Time as a Motif Circular logomarks and repeating line elements subtly reference clocks, cycles, and creative flow. Editorial Minimalism A typographic system built on high-contrast serif + clean sans-serif pairing, giving the brand an elegant, publication-like aesthetic. Tonal Balance A neutral palette of charcoal, cream, and muted taupe creates calm and focus, while small orange or gold accents bring energy and warmth. Through these design decisions, CIRCA establishes a signature look that feels both timeless and contemporary — much like the creative moments it’s designed to accompany.
To overcome these challenges, the design process focused on three key visual pillars: Time as a Motif Circular logomarks and repeating line elements subtly reference clocks, cycles, and creative flow. Editorial Minimalism A typographic system built on high-contrast serif + clean sans-serif pairing, giving the brand an elegant, publication-like aesthetic. Tonal Balance A neutral palette of charcoal, cream, and muted taupe creates calm and focus, while small orange or gold accents bring energy and warmth. Through these design decisions, CIRCA establishes a signature look that feels both timeless and contemporary — much like the creative moments it’s designed to accompany.
To overcome these challenges, the design process focused on three key visual pillars: Time as a Motif Circular logomarks and repeating line elements subtly reference clocks, cycles, and creative flow. Editorial Minimalism A typographic system built on high-contrast serif + clean sans-serif pairing, giving the brand an elegant, publication-like aesthetic. Tonal Balance A neutral palette of charcoal, cream, and muted taupe creates calm and focus, while small orange or gold accents bring energy and warmth. Through these design decisions, CIRCA establishes a signature look that feels both timeless and contemporary — much like the creative moments it’s designed to accompany.
The Result
The Result
The Result
The final identity is cohesive, scalable, and instantly recognizable. CIRCA’s brand system conveys quiet sophistication — a visual metaphor for thoughtful pauses between work, study, and inspiration. Outcomes: A minimal, editorial brand that positions CIRCA as a premium coffee and lifestyle brand. A flexible design system that transitions effortlessly between print, packaging, and digital use. A clear emotional identity — less about caffeine, more about clarity and ritual. CIRCA ultimately becomes more than a coffee brand — it’s a visual space for creativity, focus, and time well spent.
The final identity is cohesive, scalable, and instantly recognizable. CIRCA’s brand system conveys quiet sophistication — a visual metaphor for thoughtful pauses between work, study, and inspiration. Outcomes: A minimal, editorial brand that positions CIRCA as a premium coffee and lifestyle brand. A flexible design system that transitions effortlessly between print, packaging, and digital use. A clear emotional identity — less about caffeine, more about clarity and ritual. CIRCA ultimately becomes more than a coffee brand — it’s a visual space for creativity, focus, and time well spent.
The final identity is cohesive, scalable, and instantly recognizable. CIRCA’s brand system conveys quiet sophistication — a visual metaphor for thoughtful pauses between work, study, and inspiration. Outcomes: A minimal, editorial brand that positions CIRCA as a premium coffee and lifestyle brand. A flexible design system that transitions effortlessly between print, packaging, and digital use. A clear emotional identity — less about caffeine, more about clarity and ritual. CIRCA ultimately becomes more than a coffee brand — it’s a visual space for creativity, focus, and time well spent.
The final identity is cohesive, scalable, and instantly recognizable. CIRCA’s brand system conveys quiet sophistication — a visual metaphor for thoughtful pauses between work, study, and inspiration. Outcomes: A minimal, editorial brand that positions CIRCA as a premium coffee and lifestyle brand. A flexible design system that transitions effortlessly between print, packaging, and digital use. A clear emotional identity — less about caffeine, more about clarity and ritual. CIRCA ultimately becomes more than a coffee brand — it’s a visual space for creativity, focus, and time well spent.
