Brand identity project

Self-project brief: creating a brand identity for a surf shop company which reflects a grounded, adventurous, and artistic spirit, inviting both kids and adults to connect with the joy of surf culture. The brand is both playful yet thoughtful, showcasing hand-drawn illustrations to fluid typography.

Design choices: The wordmark is hand-drawn in a flowing style, reflecting the company name, Drift, and echoing the movement of the ocean. The ‘D’ is shaped like a surfboard, immediately positioning the brand within surf culture. Logo variations support UX needs, allowing both portrait and horizontal applications.

The hand-drawn frog illustration serves as a distinctive identity mark, reinforcing the brand’s whimsical, approachable, and adventurous surf culture whilst highlighting its Costa Rican roots. Children’s illustrations are also playful, but the design is more minimal with their own colour variations, making them suitable for patterns and products aimed at young audiences.