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Olivetti, founded in 1908, has changed its logo. With a new color scheme, the Italian manufacturer of computers, tablets, smartphones and other hi-tech products aims to emphasize the fact that “Olivetti” stands for the “Made in Italy” products. Olivetti crucially influenced the design in the 20th century, especially in industry and communications. As early as 1950s, the company’s design of typewriters and calculators, developed by Marcello Nizzoli, was so innovative that the Museum of Modern Art in New York held an exhibit entitled “Olivetti: Design in Industry”. Later, the products, created by Ettore Sottsass, such as the Valentine typewriter, formed…

The Monterey Bay Aquarium, located in Monterey, California, is one of the leading environmental, educational, and research institutions in the U.S. Opened in 1984 in a former industrial building, the public aquarium is home to a large number of sea creatures, providing its visitors with an amazing and educational experience. Apart from showcasing its natural collection, MBA is actively involved in ocean life protection, conducts research in the field of sea biology, and develops educational programs that address environmental issues threatening the ocean. Approaching its 40th anniversary, the institution is currently refreshing its visual identity, collaborating with branding specialists from…

Founded in 1896, Denmark’s Stark Group unites the largest distributors and retailers of building materials in Northern Europe. Along with Danish enterprises, the firm owns four merchant chains ni Germany, Sweden, Norway and Finland. While transforming to a new business model, the brand has updated its look. Stark Group’s new visual identity is conceived as an “umbrella brand” gathering together all its member companies. The rebranding, connected with a range of acquisitions and the following reorganization, will concern all the enterprises of the group which will receive a single trademark. The Stark Group’s new logo, inspired by the ancient Nordic…

As one of the world’s leading players in the tourism industry, Germany’s TUI Group is striving to broaden its range of offerings and destinations. In line with this objective, the company has introduced a sub-brand intended to establish a presence in the luxury hotel market. Named The Mora, this establishment situated in Zanzibar is centered around a concept of hospitality that aims to offer travelers more than just a change of scenery. Additionally, the brand is positioned as a source of energy that caters to individuals in their own unique ways. Set to open in spring 2024, The Mora targets…

Just like Nike’s Swoosh which is a sign of the company in itself, Although the previous version’s shopping cart reflected the initial commercial ambitions of the brand, it looks a bit amusing now when Amazon has reached the top in e-commerce, digital streaming, cloud computing and artificial intelligence. So, ditching the cart, the app’s new logo conveys the company’s contemporary image, representing a cardbord box with rounded corners and the smile-arrow that together with a blue band on top, resembling a fringe, makes up a kind of a smiling face. This is quite an admirable design solution creating a cheerful…

According to the company’s press-release, the updated logo with its minimalistic design reminds of the seamless evolution of the brand, while paying homage to its rich history. Copying Burger King’s vintage logotype in general, the new emblem, nevertheless, is distinguished with more intense colors, a bit reshaped bun halves and a new custom typeface called “Flame” whose design is intended to reflect the chain’s “bold, rounded and yummy” food. As Burger King’s chief creative officer Rafael Abreu said, the chain decided to get back to the vintage design as it is the best visual reflection of Burger King, being a…

Honda has announced that its new models will feature a redesigned “H” logo. This innovation is set to debut in 2026 when the Japanese automaker releases the next generation of 100% electric vehicles. Many car brands are opting for new visual identities, and Honda’s new design is particularly intriguing as it incorporates elements from the company’s original 1961 logo. The trend of incorporating old features into new logos has been observed in recent times, with brands like Pepsi, Blueberry, and Barbie following suit. With the revamped Honda emblem, the brand has eliminated the border that once framed the “H” and…

The first big rebrand of 2021 unexpectedly comes from the Although CIA’s revamped emblem still represents a roundel, it features an entirely new design, distinguished with wave-like patterns with multiple intersecting white lines against a gray background. It also includes the centered wordmark “CIA” and triple circular lettering “Central Intelligence Agency”. This is a really unusual design solution for such a solid governmental institution which previously used a seal in the style of the State symbols. This cliché-breaking move of CIA perfectly reflects the new recruiting and diversity policy, in which the organization aspires to enroll young and talented Americans…