Challenge
A Nashville original, Judith Bright is committed to creating unique artisanal jewelry that is both heirloom-quality and accessible. Authenticity, accountability, and kindness are the touchstones of everything they do. The challenge was to create a brand aesthetic that celebrates the craftsmanship and quality of the jewelry but also welcomes the broad range of consumers.

Circa Design Solution
We worked with the team at Judith Bright to define her brand. We reviewed her values, created a monthly color palette that represents her birthstones and allows for versatility, built a brand guide, templates for digital and print, and updated the website to be user-friendly, mobile-responsive. In an ongoing collaboration, we continue to guide brand collateral and marketing.

Services
Branding
Content Creation
Creative Direction
Website Design
Website Development
Marketing Collateral
Digital Marketing Material
Signage

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judithbright.com

Client
Edgehill Village

Challenge
Edgehill Village is a mixed-use urban community in Nashville, Tennessee. The property is a destination offering locals and tourists an authentic Nashville experience with a well-curated group of restaurants, shops, and businesses. In 2015, the development was renovated. A new brand and identity was needed to represent the vision for the property and to maintain the unique history of the area.

Circa Design Solution
Circa worked with the new owners to withhold the historic nature of the building while accurately representing the renovated space. The logo was inspired by the hand-painted signs of the 1920's. During research, we discovered a picture of the original building with the sign painted up the side. The icons were inspired by neon signs introduced to the area in the same era. Accompanying the brand, we developed and designed a website to showcase the impressive roster of tenants. 

Services
Logo Design
Branding
Iconography
Website Design
Website Development
Marketing Collateral

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edgehillvillage.com

Client
Healthways

Challenge
Using frictionless data collection through a native app, Existence provides insights and awareness to help people live better. The project was incubated through Healthways, under the leadership of Chris Dancy, renowned as the "World's Most Connected Man." We assisted with analog design, branding, identity, and the launch at the 2015 Quantified Self conference.

Circa.Design Solution 
We built a brand system grounded on the founding principles that make a better life. The system was balanced in a mandala grid that gave structure to the brand. Working with local mobile app development team Lunar Lincoln, we developed insight cards and data stamps. Preparing for the conference involved invitations, marketing materials, banners, business cards, booth graphics, and one of our favorite projects, Phone Palmistry. 

Services
Brand Development
Presentation Design
Visual Identity
Signage Design
Event Materials
Illustration

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existence.io

Client
Ceri Hoover Bags

Challenge 
In 2013, Ceri approached us to help brand her new venture. Her goal was to create bags that reflected her effortless sense of style.

Circa.Design Solution
Designed and produced in Nashville, the identity for Ceri Hoover was rooted in a simple artisan aesthetic. Branding and marketing materials were designed to help Ceri promote her brand locally and throughout the fashion community. We developed an e-commerce website using Shopify in two phases to account for her growth.

Services
Brand Development
Website Design
Website Development
Editorial Design
Marketing Collateral
Signage Design
Press Kit

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cerihoover.com

Client
Ensworth School

Challenge
A K-12 independent school with nearly 60 years of history, Ensworth is loved by its community. The challenge was to celebrate the heart of Ensworth while leaving room for growth and change. 
 

Circa Design Solution
Ensworth School is a K-12 independent school. Circa Design developed a style guide to assist the in-house team with assets and consistency. Every marketing piece celebrates the Mission or Vision statement in the look and feel. Photography is directed by the principles: "love, integrity, intellectual vitality, discipline, compassion, human, and joy."
 

Services
Branding Style Guide
Content Strategy
Market Research
Information Architecture
User Interface
Website Design
Website Development
Email Templates
Direct Mail
Brochure Design
Signage Design
Marketing Collateral
Illustration

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Client
Firma

Challenge
Firma is a start up landscape architecture firm founded by a designer with over 15 years of experience working on high profile projects for a large global firm. New to Nashville, Firma needed to make a name for themselves with clear and effective branding that still translated their aesthetic.

Circa.Design Solution
We designed a logo with multiple variations that can be used in materials from marketing to client presentations and schematics. A user friendly website was created that they can easily update in house. A variety of collateral material, templates and design guidelines were also produced.

Services
Brand Development
Logo Development
Website Design
Marketing Collateral
Stationery
Presentation Design

Client
Blowout Co.

Challenge
Blowout Co. owner, Leslie Embry, first discovered the blowout experience on a trip to Santa Barbara in 2011. She left feeling pampered and beautiful. Eight months later, she opened the first blowout bar in Nashville. The challenge for us was to create a unique identity that encompassed the feeling of being pampered and beautiful. 

Circa.Design Solution
With Blowout Co., we worked in phases to assist budget and timeline. First, we designed the branding and visual identity for their salon locations, print and digital marketing, as well as digital and interactive presence. For the second phase, we developed a new site that was easy to update with new locations, pictures and services. We integrated their existing scheduling platform into the site and through an android and apple mobile app. 

Services
Brand Development
Logo Design
Website Design
Website Development
Mobile App Design
Marketing Collateral
Stationery

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blowoutco.com

Client
The Oil Jar

Challenge
The Oil Jar owner is a modern day apothecary. Before taking the new essential oil line to market, she needed brand development and positioning and brought Circa.Design in to initiate and complete the process.

Circa.Design Solution
We conducted competitive research and developed The Oil Jar logo, product packaging and website. We also developed promotional materials that The Oil Jar uses to acquire new customers.

Services
Brand Development
Logo Design
Website Design
Product Packaging

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theoiljar.com

Client
506 Lofts

Challenge
506 Lofts are industrial, modern lofts in the heart of downtown Nashville, Tennessee available for short term rentals. It was important to reflect the modern aesthetic of the lofts, while embracing their historic significance. 

Circa.Design Solution
While developing the brand, Circa was inspired by the rich history of the building. The peak of its activity occurred in the 1940's when the location housed Harvey's department store. Combining the Art Deco aesthetic similar to that used at the time with modern lines and layout, the 506 Lofts brand has a distinct look with a Nashville vibe. Other deliverables included the website, the branded guide book, branded materials for the lofts and a custom designed wooden media card.

Services
Logo Design
Branding
Website Design
Website Development
Print Collateral
Marketing Collateral

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506lofts.com

Client
Iroquois Wine & Spirits

Challenge
Iroquois Wine & Spirits is a neighborhood staple in Bellevue. While dedicated customers return for the friendly atmosphere and welcoming staff, the store's low profile makes it challenging to find. In order to reach new customers and engage existing ones, Iroquois Wine & Spirits needed an identity update that celebrated their history and brand integrity, while embracing changes to the industry. 

Circa.Design Solution
We refreshed the logo and developed a cohesive brand guide. Working with their team, we developed marketing pieces, like ads and flyers, and templates for in-house development. Signage was updated throughout the store. New growlers and tags were designed for their on-tap beer program. A simple Wordpress site was designed and a content management plan developed to help keep the site current.

Services
Brand Development
Logo Design
Website Design
Website Development
Product Packaging
Signage Design
Content Strategy

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iroquoiswineandspirits.com

Client
Wealth Access

Challenge
A financial technology start-up, Wealth Access aggregates data and creates efficiencies for financial planners and wealth managers. They are a dedicated crew with an incredible product, but little time to spend on marketing and front-end design. The challenge was to create a brand that established credibility and ensued trust.

Circa.Design Solution
Circa developed initial branding that includes the logo mark, fonts and tone. Printed marketing materials, such as brochures, flyers, case studies,  signage, and banners, were designed. Digital media like microsites, e-newsletter templates and pitch decks were created to assist the sales team. We handled art direction for the website, assisting with content strategy and establishing a cohesive tone.

Services
Brand Development
Logo Design
Website Design
Website Development
Stationery
Presentation Design
Signage Design
User Experience
Marketing Collateral

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wealthaccess.com

Client
Children's Corner Store

Challenge
The new owners of The Children's Corner Store were dedicated to preserving the art of sewing and the sense of community the store had so wonderfully fostered since the 1970s. The challenge was to celebrate the commitment of the existing community while updating the brand to attract new customers.

Circa.Design Solution
We designed a branding system that spoke to the art and tradition of the beautiful handmade children's clothing, the product of the store's inspiration and community. Marketing materials were printed and distributed locally. Digital templates were created in order to allow the owners to maintain their online presence. The e-commerce website was designed for usability within their existing clientele and developed for easy maintenance.

Services
Brand Developement
Marketing Collateral
Website Design
Website Development
Advertising Design
Signage Design
Stationery
Social Media Creative

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childrenscornerstore.com

Client
Anchor Investment

Challenge
Anchor Investments, a Nashville-based real estate investment firm, has a strategic focus to acquire, develop and manage income-producing commercial properties in the Southeast. The challenge was to create a tone that brand tone that differentiates the firm to potential investors and elegantly promotes the firm's portfolio.

Circa.Design Solution
The tone and brand combines modern and traditional elements. Circa carried the theme throughout the updated site using a simple color palette with bold photography. The result is a site that, like Anchor Investments, is simple, strong and authentic.

Services
Logo Design
Stationery
Website Design
Website Development
Marketing Collateral

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anchorinv.com

Client
Zeitgeist Gallery & Manuel Zeitlin Architects

Challenge
The shared space at 516 Hagan in Nashville's Houston Station District houses Zeitgeist Gallery, a progressive tradition in the Nashville art scene along with Manuel Zeitlin Architects, known for bringing innovative contemporary architecture to Nashville over the past 20+ years. Zeitlin needed a logo mark that represented the simplicity and craft of their work. Zeitgeist needed onging marketing collateral for their new shows.

Circa.Design Solution
We helped tie the Zeitgeist and Zeitlin brand together with a new logo for Manuel Zeitlin Architects. Circa.Design creates banners and advertisements for Zeitgeist's curated bi-monthly art shows that introduce Nashville to some of the best contemporary artist from all over.

Services
Branding
Advertisements
Banners and Signage