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Brand Identity


How to Stay Current Without Compromising Brand Equity
Cultural changes fast. Does your brand fit into today’s social media environment? New graphic norms and storytelling dominate social media feeds. Established graphic treatments might benefit from a refresh. Learn about important design and communications trends governing brands today.
Feb 23


Strike A Pose. Individualism Is Always In Style. Is Your Brand Getting Noticed? Don’t Get Lost In The Crowd.
Your Audience Is Watching. Smile For The Cameras Trends are so...trendy, aren't they? They come and go at the speed of fashion. Maximalism replaced minimalism. Cool color palettes warmed up. Hot designers cooled down. Fast fashion put on the brakes. According to futurists and fashionistas, we want to be storytellers rather than accumulators of new stuff. We crave quality analogue experiences. And we value sharing those experiences with others. Brands that celebrate indivi
Feb 20


Design Ownership 101: Protecting Your Brand’s Visual Assets
Design isn’t decoration, it’s equity. Your brand’s visuals—logos, campaigns, packaging—are business assets that build recognition, trust, and long-term value. But paying for design doesn’t always mean you own it. This article breaks down licensing vs. ownership, how contracts protect your investment, and why treating design as intellectual property keeps your brand scalable, defensible, and primed for growth.
Oct 24, 2025


Why the Boldest Brands In Hospitality Are Partnering With Design Studios
Guests in 2025 expect more than thread count and strong Wi-Fi—they want storytelling, seamless tech, and design that delivers a full-on experience. That’s why forward-thinking hospitality brands are teaming up with creative studios instead of cookie-cutter agencies. From immersive branding to tech that actually works, here’s how design partners are helping hotels stand out—and why it’s time to consider one yourself.
Aug 22, 2025


Brand First, Confetti Later: Why Your Experiential Marketing Needs A Backbone
Planning a pop-up or brand experience? Don’t let great moments fall flat. Without strong branding, your event is just noise. From visuals to tone to follow-up, your brand should shape every detail—before, during, and after the big day. Because if people walk away saying “that was fun… what was it for again?” you didn’t build a memory—you built a distraction. Clear, consistent branding isn’t optional. It’s the backbone of unforgettable experiences.
Aug 15, 2025


Why A Consistent Brand Identity Is The MVP Of Hospitality Marketing
Streamline your hospitality brand with consistent design. Reduce stress, boost efficiency, and leave a lasting impression with Hart House Cr
Apr 25, 2025


Marketing Made Easy: Why Outsourcing Design Can Save Hospitality Teams (and Their Sanity)
Struggling with tight deadlines and branding chaos? Learn how outsourcing design can streamline hospitality marketing and ease team stress.
Apr 18, 2025


Stress Less, Book More: How Smart Web Design Saves Hospitality Marketers from Burnout
Outdated websites drain time and creativity. Discover how smart design can streamline hospitality marketing and reduce team burnout.
Apr 11, 2025


2026 Refresh: Simple Updates To Revive Your Brand And Business
Give your brand a 2025 refresh! From website updates to social strategy, discover simple ways to modernize and grow your business this year.
Apr 4, 2025


Stay Grounded & Stand Out: Your 2025 Marketing Game Plan
Refresh your marketing for 2025! Stay true to your brand with actionable tips to refine your visuals, voice, strategy, and color palette.
Mar 28, 2025


Is It Time To Refresh Your Brand And Logo? A Creative’s Guide To Leveling Up
s your brand stuck in the past? Discover when and how to refresh your logo and branding to align with your growth and attract dream clients.
Mar 21, 2025




Cooking Up the Perfect Website: Ingredients for Easy Booking & Clear Communication
Learn the secret to creating a client-attracting website that showcases your brand and makes booking easy. Transform your site into a growth
Oct 23, 2024


Challenge The Status Quo Through This Business Headline Exercise
Join this creative exercise to brainstorm business taglines that defy industry norms & sharpen your design skills in a fun, challenging way.
Oct 4, 2024


Building Your Brand Into Your Community
Discover how to transform your brand into a community favorite and build a stellar reputation. Dive into our latest article for tips!
Aug 22, 2024


From Scroll To Stop: How To Captivate With Copy And Design
Blend copy and design to create impactful messages. Enhance your business and marketing with these key insights.
Jul 26, 2024


Beyond the Image: The Role of Copy in Visual Communication
Let's dive into how a single photo can convey a message and whether it always needs some snazzy supporting copy to hit the mark.
Jul 5, 2024


Insider Advice on Pitching And Thriving In The Creative Industry
Unlock the secrets to successful creative industry pitching with expert advice from leading art professionals.
Jun 21, 2024


Upcycling and Repurposing: The Design Trend That's Not Going Anywhere
Upcycling and Repurposing: The Design Trend That's Not Going Anywhere
May 24, 2024


Join the Sustainable Design Movement
Gather your team. It's time to exercise innovative ways to promote Sustainable Design in your Design Studio. Mother Earth needs us!
May 22, 2024
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