Olo Design Cases
Designers behind the work
Designers and creative leads credited on Olo projects in press coverage.
Designers and creative leads credited on Olo projects in press coverage.
TUSHI Design created a vibrant collector’s packaging series for Chaozhou Oolong tea, inspired by the traditional Yingge Dance. The design merges neon-drenched martial arts imagery with sustainable kraft materials, using a unified box system and minimal ink for environmental efficiency. The result celebrates cultural heritage through bold, modern visual storytelling.
UnderConsideration’s Brand New briefly announced a new logo and identity for Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden. The post, categorized under 'Spotted', notes the rebrand’s use of purple and angular design elements but does not include detailed commentary or visuals. It serves as a short notice of the university’s updated branding.
Creative Boom reports on Handsome Frank’s launch of Handsome Provisions, a new curated print shop offering archival-quality giclée prints by its roster of world-class illustrators. The article highlights five featured prints and artists, showcasing their distinctive styles and backgrounds. The initiative reflects the agency’s expansion into direct-to-consumer art retail while celebrating contemporary illustration talent.
The article explores Typotheque’s creation of Zed, a sans serif typeface designed to outperform Helvetica in legibility tests. Led by founder Peter Bilak, the project involved extensive research, variable font technology, and collaboration with the 15-20 National Ophthalmology Hospital in Paris. Zed’s development emphasizes accessibility, multi-script support, and typographic innovation across global languages.
The article profiles graphic designer Vlad Boyko, who has recently established a shared studio in Antwerp and developed a distinctive visual style inspired by early 2000s club culture. His 2025 Colour Factory NYE campaign exemplifies his vibrant, collage-based approach and interest in nostalgic aesthetics. Boyko reflects on balancing freelance work, creative burnout, and the value of self-initiated, community-driven projects.
TIPA collaborated with Pawniolo Pets and WildKind Packaging to create a fully home-compostable pouch for the Hawaii-based pet food brand. The packaging reflects Pawniolo’s sustainable values and local heritage, using TIPA’s bio-based films that decompose naturally while maintaining product protection. Patino Graphic Designs developed the visual design inspired by Hawaiian culture and the brand’s ranching roots.
Creative Boom interviews London-based illustrator Jacqueline Colley, who has built a sustainable career through self-initiated products, markets, and wholesale rather than relying on big-name commissions. She discusses her process, materials, and how diversifying income streams has allowed her to thrive despite industry challenges like AI and Brexit. The article highlights her tactile, maximalist approach and her advice for illustrators to find their niche and build independence.
Creative Boom profiles London-based illustrator Jake Hawkins, exploring his conceptual approach to editorial illustration and his work for major publications like The Economist, The Guardian, and Gay Times. The article highlights his focus on queer themes, metaphor-driven visuals, and the balance between speed and creativity in editorial contexts. It also touches on his tools, process, and personal inspirations.
