Gelatoville Brand Identity

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Created a new upscale yet approachable brand identity for Gelatoville, a now multi-location gelato shop in New York City.

Gelatoville

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Gelatoville Brand Identity

Challenges, Approach & Concept

  • Challenge: Tight budget, urgent launch timeline, and the need to differentiate from other gelato/café brands in NYC.
  • Approach:
    • Channeled classic Italian elegance blended with modern minimalism.
    • Simplified the naming (Gelatoville NYC) for flexible future expansions.
  • Solutions:
    • Refined serif “G” logo, bright muted color palette, subtle polka-dot theme.
    • Rapid prototyping of brand elements, allowing a 48-hour turnaround for initial brand release.
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Gelatoville

Process, Tools & Techniques

  • Design Tools: Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop for brand identity and marketing collateral.
  • Web Development: Created a functional website on Webflow within two weeks.
  • Collaboration: Brought in a specialized branding designer for the custom serif “G,” ensuring authenticity in the look and feel.

Final Outputs, Impact & Reflection

  • Final Deliverables: Complete brand identity package (logo, color palette, patterns), store signage, and a website.
  • Impact: Quick adoption in the market, steady foot traffic post-launch, and a buzz among both local residents and tourists. "Working with Jo and his team was an incredible experience. From the outset, they understood our vision and brought it to life with remarkable creativity and precision. The branding has not only attracted customers but also positioned us as a standout gelato destination." — Gokhan S. CEO Gelatoville
  • Reflection: Demonstrated that well-planned, sophisticated branding can generate immediate recognition and customer loyalty, even under tight constraints.

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