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Established in 1885, Boehringer Ingelheim is a German pharmaceutical brand that ranks among the top 20 companies in the global industry. This family-run business, headquartered in Ingelheim am Rhein, Germany, currently operates 142 offices worldwide and employs over 47,000 professionals. With the aim of enhancing its recognition and strengthening the connection with its target audiences, the brand has recently unveiled an updated identity. The redesign process was carried out in collaboration with the design studio Interbrand (Cologne/Berlin), while the international branding agency BBDO is responsible for executing a comprehensive relaunch campaign that will continue until April 2024. For the first…

Many of the most beautiful landscapes in the United Kingdom are currently protected and supported by the National Association for Areas of Natural Beauty (AONB). The AONB status enables local and national authorities to combat biodiversity loss and, ultimately, global warming. However, the complex names associated with these protected sites have hindered effective communication. Recent research conducted by the governing organization revealed that only half of the British population is aware of these amazing places, despite two-thirds of them living within a 30-minute distance. In light of this, the association has undertaken a comprehensive design process to update its visual…

Artificial intelligence is constantly expanding its influence. OpenAI, the company behind the dialog agent ChatGPT, has launched an annual conference aimed at promoting discussions on AI-related issues and showcasing its latest advancements in the field. The inaugural edition of OpenAI DevDay took place in San Francisco on November 6, 2023. San Francisco-based design studio, Play, has developed a visual identity for the event, featuring a logo with the words “OPENAI” and “DEVDAY”, presented in rectangular and square versions. The design team opted for the Söhne Mono typeface by Klim Type for the wordmark. This typeface was chosen for its appearance,…

Rockstar Games, owned by Take-Two Interactive, has initiated a legal suit against the Finnish game developer Remedy Entertainment over its logo featuring an R symbol. This case is especially curious, as both companies have been partners for many years, collaborating on the Max Payne franchise. Just last year, the Finnish company introduced its new logo after more than 20 years. Instead of the encircled “R” the brand had before, the emblem showcases a vibrant “R”, while an alternate version may also include the lettering “Remedy”. In Rockstar and Take-Two, as parent entity, they think, however, that this design is too…

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…

Founded in 2004, Omlet is a British brand involved in the production of various breeding and care devices for chickens, rabbits, guinea pigs, and other domestic animals and pets. In fact, the business originated as a graduation project by four students at the Royal College of Arts in London, UK. They started with a chicken coop model called Eglu, which has already sold 150,000 units. Omlet’s success is rooted in research that addresses questions like “Can my chickens go outside while I stay indoors?”, “How high can my cats climb?”, or “Is this rug truly comfortable for my dog?”. These…

As part of the preparation for the United States Semiquincentennial, the nation’s 250th anniversary to be celebrated in 2026, the America250 Commission has unveiled a special logo for this event. Created by the prominent design studio Chermayeff & Geismar & Haviv, the anniversary symbol aims to “help people engage with a national celebration at a crucial moment.” It is worth mentioning that the presented design is not the first attempt at creating a Semiquincentennial logo. In 2022, the organizational commission adopted an emblem featuring the number 250 in a currency-style typeface. However, this design was later deemed unsuitable for display…

Last year, the Minnesota legislature initiated the change of the state flag. The final version was selected by a special flag commission on December 19th, 2023, and publicly presented on the first day of the new year. Given the controversies surrounding Minnesota’s previous banner, including issues with the depiction of a Native American and excessive graphic elements, the new flag is truly something special. The redesign process in the Democrat-run state was also unique, taking only three and a half months. Over 2,500 drafts were submitted to a flag redesign competition. The final stage included six designs selected by the…