Multi-disciplinary graphic designer who meticulously designs brand identities and illustrations.
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Ekin Ergök is a Graphic Designer based in Brooklyn, New York, specializing in branding, packaging, and digital/print design. He studied Graphic Design at Pratt Institute and Mimar Sinan University and has 10 years of experience working with hospitality and fashion brands. Currently, Ekin is a Senior Graphic Designer at &LANA, where he continues to use his creative skills to deliver design solutions.
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Café Louis
Cafe
Port Louis Granada - 2024
This project was completed on behalf of &LANA, and collaborated with the &LANA creative team throughout the entire process.
Summary
I was tasked with creating a vibrant and playful brand identity for Café Louis, a French-infused, laid-back Caribbean seaside café located within the Merveilles Hub in Port Louis. My work included:- Brand Guidelines: Developed fun and playful brand guidelines to ensure consistency across all touchpoints.
- Logo and Icon Design: Designed a unique logo and playful icon that reflect the café’s relaxed, welcoming, and energetic atmosphere.
- Signage and Environmental Design: Designed eye-catching signage and environmental graphics to enhance the café’s cheerful, relaxed vibe and make it stand out within the Merveilles Hub.
- Hand-Drawn Illustrations: Created bespoke hand-drawn illustrations that bring out the café’s vibrant French-Caribbean fusion, adding a whimsical, artistic touch.
- Print and Collateral Designs: Designed colorful and lively menus, packaging, stationery, uniforms, aprons, plates, and fabric napkins, all aligned with the café’s unique brand identity.
- Social Media Graphics: Created graphics for social media, including Instagram highlight covers, to maintain a cohesive brand presence online.
- Website Design: Designed the café’s website, ensuring a seamless and engaging digital experience that aligns with the overall brand identity.
Goal
The goal was to create a brand identity that is vibrant, fun, and distinct to Café Louis. The branding needed to reflect the café’s French-infused concept while capturing its laid-back, cool atmosphere. The design elements, including a playful logo, a lively color palette, and hand-drawn illustrations, were crafted to evoke a sense of fun and relaxation. The identity positions Café Louis as the perfect place for people to unwind, enjoy good food, and soak in the atmosphere, making it a standout spot for both locals and tourists.
Client
Café Louis is a French-infused, laid-back seaside café in the Merveilles Hub, Port Louis. With its bright, playful vibe and fresh, locally-sourced food and drinks, it offers a casual yet lively spot for people to enjoy a fun, relaxed café experience by the sea. The café blends French café culture with the cool, breezy atmosphere of the Caribbean, making it a popular destination for those looking to enjoy delicious food in a colorful, welcoming environment.