August’s been a good one. A few holidays, a bold new brand launched into the world, a lovely little spotlight, and a handful of smart ideas that stopped us mid-scroll. Here’s the best of the month, straight from the studio and beyond.

FRESH FROM THE STUDIO

Our Rebrand For Carbon Neutral Fuels Takes Off

It’s here. Our rebrand for Carbon Neutral Fuels is now live, a bold identity for a company pioneering sustainable aviation fuel and setting its sights on a cleaner future. We’ve loved helping CNF shape a brand that captures their vision, momentum and ambition. Explore the rebrand on the official CNF site: carbonneutralfuels.com

Keep an eye on the horizon, the full case study’s landing soon at onlyorca.com

ORCA Featured in Creative Boom 10 Under 10K

We’re so pleased to be spotlighted in Creative Boom’s 10 Under 10K - their pick of the best design studios and designers “you should be following”. Big thanks to the Creative Boom team for the feature - we’re in great company.

See the feature on Creative Boom’s Instagram

ORCA’s Got A New Home

We’ve officially moved into a new studio right in the heart of Bristol. We’re now just a short wander from Bristol icons, including the Hippodrome, the Beacon, Banksy’s Well Hung Lover, and St Nick’s Market (dangerously close at lunchtime).

Come say hi if you’re nearby - kettle’s on!

WHAT’S CAUGHT OUR EYE

Napping, Rebranded

London-based design studio Without’s new identity for Sleepover, a nap pod service for airports, is a great mix of charm and clarity. A smart name, lovely tone, sharp animations, and a system that works across languages. Neat stuff.

Check out their case study here.

Belazu and Allday Goods Cut the Waste

Marbled plastic, but make it purpose-led. Allday Goods is collaborating with Belazu on a limited edition drop of Santoku knives (made using waste plastic from B Corp Belazu tubs). Both beautiful and thoughtful - a great example of circular design done right.

NEXT MONTH

We’ll be sharing the full Carbon Neutral Fuels case study, welcoming a new client into the fold, and, fingers crossed, hearing some good news from Creativepool about our Pet Drugs Online ‘No Matter Their Manners…’ campaign.

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