LogoArchive Issue 3 by BP&O
Posted: December 12, 2018 Filed under: Graphic Design Reviews, Logo Reviews Comments Off on LogoArchive Issue 3 by BP&O 
The first issue of LogoArchive in print was conceived, designed and sent to the printers (for quotation) within a day. It was inspired by a panel discussion that took place the day before at Somerset House as part of the exhibition Print! Tearing It Up. Following a successful launch of the first and second issues, LogoArchive returns with its third release dedicated to the corporate symbols of science and exploring the theme of reconfiguration.
Vega Scene by Metric
Posted: December 13, 2018 Filed under: Art and Design, Film, Logo Reviews | Tags: Designed by Metric Design, Norwegian Design, Theatre Logos, Type Foundry: Grilli Type Comments Off on Vega Scene by MetricOpinion by Richard Baird
Vega Scene is space for food and culture located on the river Akerselva in the centre of Oslo. It features three film screens, a theatre, debate lounge, an organic and sustainable cafe and a wine and cocktail bar. Vega Scene sits within an area of urban culture, features a distinctive exterior of burgundy concave panelling and vertical slats, and a visual identity of colour blocking, arrows, monospaced typeface and motion designed by Norwegian studio Metric. This visual identity links posters, neon signage, wayfinding and website, and also moves across the surface of the building.
Espelma by Commission
Posted: December 11, 2018 Filed under: Art and Design, Retail | Tags: Best Packaging Designs, Brand Identity, Brand Identity Reviews, Branding, Branding & Packaging of 2018, Branding Agency, Branding Blog, Branding News, Branding Reviews, Coloured Paper, Creative Packaging, Custom Typefaces & Logotypes, Design For Print, Design News, Design Opinion, Design Reviews, Form Language, Graphic Design, Graphic Design Blog, Logo Design & Branding Blog, Logotypes, Material Thinking, Minimal Design, Minimal Logos, Minimal Package Design, Minimalist Brand Identities, Modern Luxury, Packaging Company, Packaging Design, Packaging Design Blog, Packaging Design Resource, Packaging News, Sans-serif Logotypes, Script Typography, Structural Package Design, The Best Custom Logotypes, The Best Graphic Design Work of 2018, The Very Best of 2018, The Very Best Packaging of 2018, Uncoated Papers & Cards, Visual Identity Design Blog Comments Off on Espelma by CommissionOpinion by Richard Baird
Espelma is a clean-burning natural wax candle company. They have an online store and have hosted pop-ups in London and New York. Each candle comes in a refillable glass vessel, designed by Espelma founders Clara and Claudia, and handmade on the Italian island of Murano. Espelma is distinguished by its mix of glass craft, distinctive colour and form, the clean-burning nature of the candle’s formulation and the thought given to sustainability by way of refills. Further, each fragrance is inspired by the two founder’s summers spent as children at their grandmother’s house near Barcelona. This regional reference, and the implication of a story can be seen woven throughout Espelma’s brand identity, designed by Commission, in the arched white architecture present in still life imagery, and in the colour and texture, shape and structure used across packaging.
