Onno van Baaren




El Greco

2025

BRAND IDENTITY, TYPE SYSTEM, PRODUCT DESIGN



OVERVIEW


El Greco is a lifestyle and gear brand rooted in the waterman ethos — designed for those who surf, paddle, and move between coastlines and trails. This project examines the intersection of graphic design, typography, and outdoor culture by creating a comprehensive brand identity system.

Assigned the concept of a coastal utility brand, I developed a visual identity that blends modern surf minimalism with rugged, functional design. Using typography, layout systems, and product mockups, I built a visual world that expresses the freedom, grit, and craftsmanship at the heart of El Greco.

The final identity incorporates a custom type system, flexible logo lockups, a focused color palette inspired by marine landscapes, and lifestyle product applications across print, apparel, and digital platforms.

TOOLS USED

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

InDesign



ROLE

Concept Development

Visual Design

Mockup Production



GOAL

Build a lifestyle brand identity rooted in coastal and outdoor culture, blending surf minimalism with utilitarian design principles.
 




Brand deliverables 









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