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GE unveils logos for three planned public companies
GE unveils logos for three planned public companies

The multinational conglomerate The unveiling of the emblems, which took place a few days ago, is an important milestone in the history of GE. And the three divisions will enjoy the rich traditions of the GE brand. According to the corporation, the establishment of three separate companies allows them to improve focusing on their activities, fund allocation as well as flexibility for growth and price formation. And here are the details on the newly created companies and their identities. GE Vernova: the company’s name is a combination of “ver” that derives from “verde” meaning “green” and “nova” meaning “new”. The…

Twitter founder’s company Square rebrands to Block
Twitter founder’s company Square rebrands to Block

Established by The company reported its upcoming rebranding in its Twitter account, saying “Not to go all meta on you… but we’re going to!”. While it was, for sure, a playful nod to the recent renaming of Facebook to Meta, the renewing of Square itself is likely connected with the fact that Dorsey lately resigned as CEO of Twitter, probably having great plans for his other invention. As Block, besides financial brands, runs some other businesses in the entertainment and cryptocurrency sectors, the new name has to reflect the company’s new positioning as an overarching ecosystem. The word block, the…

Brussels unveils new, but not original logo
Brussels unveils new, but not original logo

Owned by Germany’s Brussels Airlines’ new logo inherits a dot motif from its previous emblem that represented a lowercase “b” made up of red dots. Now, the company’s symbol is nine red dots of different sizes. The wordmark has been redesigned as well, featuring a bigger “Brussels”, still lowercase though, and an uppercase word “Airlines”. Commenting on the logo, Brussels Airlines said it regards its new brand identity as a symbol for the future of the company. The company aspires “to reinvent itself”, expanding its fleet with new A320neo planes and digitalizing its services. However, the rebranding was not without…

Exploring the art of logos on miniature figures: Selecting the perfect symbol for your masterpiece
Exploring the art of logos on miniature figures: Selecting the perfect symbol for your masterpiece

Step into the vibrant realm of miniature logo design, where each stroke of creativity breathes life into a small emblem, brimming with brand personality. The transition from a blank canvas of the figures to a intricately detailed logo to symbolize your figures is a captivating journey. Choosing the right elements is crucial; it’s not merely about adding visual elements but about expressing your brand identity through every line and curve. Let’s delve into the craft of discovering that ideal logo to elevate your brand symbol from a mere identifier to a work of art, and how to find miniature paints…

Pentagram designers create MIDI visual identity
Pentagram designers create MIDI visual identity

The Musical Instrument Data Interface (also known as MIDI) is a technical standard connecting electronic musical instruments and digital devices. While the MIDI Manufacturer Association, a maintaining body for the technology, presented the MIDI 2.0 version last year, there was a need to update the MIDI visual identity as well. This task was delegated to Yuri Suzuki and Sascha Lobe who work in Pentagram. MIDI’s new brand identity, including a logo, typography and sound design, was influenced by the technology itself. The curves, that make up the central motif of the design, were inspired by sine waves which appear on…

Winter in Japan: 10 Must-Visit Destinations for a Magical Experience
Winter in Japan: 10 Must-Visit Destinations for a Magical Experience

It is simply impossible to be uninterested in the beauty of Japan, its residents and guests, when there is snow in all corners of it during wintertime. A fascinating facade made of tradition and modernization makes the whiteness of the snow-covered landscape look hypnotic in white, snowy Japan. However, this journey through the season has convinced me to propose some remarkable places where people can plunge into the Japanese winter fairy tale. Here are the top 10 best places to visit in Japan in Winter. Winter in Japan: 10 Places to Visit 1. Hakodate, Hokkaido The city offers a unique…

Ottawa Senators bring back old logo slightly altered
Ottawa Senators bring back old logo slightly altered

Last week, the According to Eugene Melnyk, the franchise’s owner, while restoring the side-view depiction of the Roman legatus, the Senators are returning to their roots. This emphasizes that the team has strong heriage, and their goal is to build something new and bold on it and to start a new chapter in their history. The revived logo still features a couple of small details that distinguish it from the vintage Senators emblem. The legionary now has a gold cape instead of the red one that was in the original version – probably, the change was done to look more…

Arnott’s unveils its corporate logo confusing fans
Arnott’s unveils its corporate logo confusing fans

Established in 1847, Arnott’s is a popular Australian brand producing biscuits and snack-foods including Tim Tams, Saos, Mint Slices and Wagon Wheels. Throughout most of its history, it has used a logo with a detailed drawing of a macaw parrot. And when the company has recently rolled out a new, much simplified emblem, many were disappointed, thinking that it would replace Arnott’s iconic macaw. The Arnott’s new logo, unveiled on social media, evoked a backlash. People expressed their disapproval, calling it ugly, “big fat no” and even a blasphemy. However, the company was quick to calm its fans, saying that…

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