Instagram Design Cases
7 cases across 4 studios
Designers behind the work
Designers and creative leads credited on Instagram projects in press coverage.
News & interviews
- Manychat’s Instagram Summit identity treats shapes as social beings
The Brand Identity · Mar 30, 2026
Manychat’s in-house brand studio developed a refreshed identity for Instagram Summit, reimagining geometric shapes as social beings to express human interaction. The modular system uses motion and composition to convey collaboration and community while retaining Manychat’s established typography and color palette. The result is a dynamic, behaviour-driven identity that bridges technological precision with social warmth.
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Creative Boom · Jan 28, 2026
Creative Boom’s article by Tom May explores how Obello, a new AI-powered design platform founded by Ollie Ralph and Ben Pham, helps agencies and in-house teams maintain brand consistency at scale. The platform encodes brand rules directly into design tools, using its proprietary GLAM model to automate layout adaptation while preserving creative integrity. Obello positions itself as a collaborator for designers, not a replacement, targeting enterprise and agency clients seeking scalable, consistent brand output.
- New campaign takes aim at Meta after billboard calling out Instagram is blocked by media buyers
Creative Boom · Nov 26, 2025
London agency Insiders created the #IgnoredByInsta campaign to highlight Instagram's failure to support users affected by scams and account hacks. The billboard campaign, developed with Refundee, was blocked by media buyers citing Meta as a client, sparking debate about censorship and corporate influence. The project has since drawn public attention through a petition and broader discussion of Big Tech accountability.
- "BIEN Champions Diversity in Character Design with Inclusive Approach"
It's Nice That · Oct 13, 2025
The article profiles BIEN, a Los Angeles-based motion studio, and its Inclusive Motion Design (InMoDe™) methodology focused on authentic representation in animation. Co-founders Ricardo Roberts and Hung Le discuss their inclusive process, which involves diverse teams and audience feedback to avoid tokenism. A highlight project includes an illustration toolkit for the International Paralympic Committee, showcasing BIEN’s commitment to normalising diversity in visual storytelling.
- "Top 25 Inspiring Creative Studios of 2025 Unveiled"
Creative Boom · Jun 16, 2025
Creative Boom’s 2025 roundup highlights 25 studios shaping the global design landscape. From Porto Rocha’s socially conscious branding to DixonBaxi’s strategic systems and Hey Studio’s joyful minimalism, the list celebrates studios that combine creativity with purpose. The article underscores a shift toward collaboration, diversity, and design leadership across continents.
- Unlocking Creativity with Open Briefs
It's Nice That · Jun 12, 2025
The article explores the concept of open briefs and how they can inspire creativity and self-expression among emerging designers. Featuring insights from Anthony Burrill, Ramin Nazer, and Jutharat ‘Poupay’ Pinyodoonyachet, it highlights how flexibility, trust, and self-belief are key to making the most of open-ended creative opportunities. The piece is part of It’s Nice That’s Ones to Watch 2025 series, celebrating new creative talent.
InstagramMetropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA)editorial - Floriane Rousselot Creates Bold Visuals for Music Inspired by Street Culture
It's Nice That · Mar 3, 2025
The article profiles French art director Floriane Rousselot, who creates visually bold, music-inspired designs. Her recent work includes the album artwork for 'Melo est Gangx' by Gazo and Tiakola, blending street culture typography and vibrant, contrasting aesthetics. Rousselot, founder of Typelab, continues to explore the intersection of sound, identity, and visual storytelling.
- NERD Productions Innovates with Eco-Conscious Filmmaking Approach
It's Nice That · Feb 12, 2025
The article highlights how NERD Productions integrates sustainability into every stage of its filmmaking and animation process. Through examples like Hayley Morris’s stop-motion work for Charlie Banana and a live-action campaign for Instagram, the studio demonstrates how eco-conscious choices can drive creativity and efficiency. The piece encourages the wider industry to adopt greener practices as a natural part of production.
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It's Nice That · Jan 15, 2025
The article explores how motion design has become central to brand identity, as brands adapt to a world of constant digital movement. Featuring insights from Rose Pilkington and Liza Enebeis of Studio Dumbar/DEPT®, it discusses how motion systems, guidelines, and scalable design frameworks are redefining branding. The piece highlights the growing need for flexible yet consistent motion identities across platforms.
- "Top Five Graphic Design Trends for 2025 Identified"
It's Nice That · Jan 13, 2025
It’s Nice That’s Liz Gorny and Ellis Tree identify five key graphic design trends for 2025, exploring how designers are embracing anti-trend aesthetics and heritage-inspired approaches. The article highlights studios like Parámetro, Mestiza, and Muon for their handcrafted, bookplate-style logos and Art Deco typographic influences. It positions these movements as a response to digital uniformity and a return to personal, tactile design expression.
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