HAMMERS AND CANDLES

Brand Identity for Interior Design & Restoration Studio

Client / Brand —
Hammers and Candles (Interior Design & Restoration Brand)

Objective / Brief
Develop a cohesive brand identity that reflects the studio’s dedication to craftsmanship, material integrity, and thoughtful restoration, while embodying a delicate, modern aesthetic with a visible human touch. The identity needed to feel refined yet personal, appealing to both residential and commercial clients seeking design-led, detail-oriented spaces.

Role + Tools Used
Lead Designer; Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)

Challenges
Translating tactile, hands-on restoration work into a visual language that felt light, contemporary, and emotionally resonant without losing credibility or structure. The brand needed to balance minimal, modern design principles with subtle imperfections and organic elements that conveyed human craft. It also had to remain versatile across proposals, presentations, digital platforms, and physical materials while maintaining consistency and warmth.

Deliverables & Results
Created a flexible brand system including logo variations, typography, color palette, and supporting assets that express both precision and personality. Developed presentation materials and branded templates that strengthened client pitches, reinforced professional trust, and elevated the studio’s presence across print and digital touchpoints.