DutchScot
DutchScot is a London-based design studio known for creating intelligent and unexpected design solutions for ambitious brands and individuals. Founded by Alex Swatridge and Craig Scott, the studio blends strategic thinking with refined aesthetics across brand identity, print, and digital design. Their portfolio spans cultural institutions, lifestyle brands, and global organizations, including Tate, Channel 4, and Nike. DutchScot’s work has been recognized by D&AD and Design Week for its clarity, wit, and craftsmanship, positioning the studio as a leader in contemporary British design.
https://dutch.scot/
London, United Kingdom
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- "Nine Innovative Print Projects Highlight Advanced Finishing Techniques"
The Brand Identity · Jun 4, 2025
The article by The Brand Identity, written by Poppy Thaxter, showcases nine design projects that exemplify the power of print finishing techniques such as embossing, debossing, and foil stamping. It highlights how studios like Studio Sly, Hugmun, and DutchScot use tactile materials and craftsmanship to elevate packaging and identity design. The feature celebrates the artistry and technical precision of print production in contemporary branding.
- New Logo & Branding for Tameko by DutchScot
BP&O · Jan 28, 2025
BP&O features DutchScot’s rebrand for Danish textile brand Tameko, known for its minimalist luxury aesthetic. The identity draws inspiration from typewriter art, using a bespoke version of Cast Foundry’s Xanti Typewriter typeface to create a tactile, typographic system that mirrors the brand’s material focus. Collaborations with copywriter Nick Asbury, photographer Irina Boersma, and stylist Merete Vyff reinforce the brand’s refined, textural sensibility.
- Structure, space and storeys: 10 identities that speak to the vision of architecture practices
The Brand Identity · Aug 15, 2024
The article by The Brand Identity, written by Poppy Thaxter, highlights ten standout brand identities created for architecture practices around the world. It explores how each design captures the philosophy and vision of its respective studio, showcasing thoughtful and human-centered approaches to architectural branding. Featured projects include work by studios such as SPGD, Warriors Studio, and DutchScot.
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- New Brand Identity for Sucre by DutchScot
BP&O · Jul 13, 2023
BP&O features DutchScot’s brand identity for Sucre London and its downstairs bar Abajo. The project draws on Argentine cultural influences, combining bespoke typography, hand-drawn illustrations, and a color palette inspired by Andean fabrics. The identity balances restraint and ornamentation, reflecting the restaurant’s heritage and contemporary London setting.
- New Brand Identity for Fitzjohn's by DutchScot
BP&O · May 2, 2023
BP&O features DutchScot’s brand identity for FitzJohn’s, a luxury over-60s apartment development in Hampstead. The design draws inspiration from the area’s creative heritage, using expressive typography, vibrant colors, and abstract compositions to evoke a modern yet nostalgic feel. Collaborations with illustrator Emily Robertson and photographer Carol Sachs add warmth and lifestyle appeal to the brand.
- DutchScot’s wonky identity for Fitzjohn’s embraces the eccentricity of its location and legacy
The Brand Identity · Apr 14, 2023
London-based studio DutchScot created a distinctive brand identity for Fitzjohn’s, a luxury apartment complex in Hampstead. Drawing inspiration from the building’s unique architecture and the area’s artistic heritage, the identity uses expressive typography, geometric compositions, and a rich color palette to convey both sophistication and eccentricity. The project balances approachability with luxury, reflecting the creative spirit of its location.
- New Brand Identity for Future Factory by Dutchscot
BP&O · Nov 17, 2022
BP&O features DutchScot’s rebrand for Future Factory, a London-based lead generation agency for creative businesses. The identity uses motion graphics and a dynamic system of animated pipes and typography to convey energy, flow, and human connection. The article praises the balance between structure and liveliness in the design.
- The Edit: five projects including PORTO ROCHA’s identity for Brazillian sports brand Olympikus
The Brand Identity · Aug 31, 2022
The article is part of The Brand Identity’s 'The Edit' series, highlighting five recent design projects from around the world. Featured works include PORTO ROCHA’s rebrand for Brazilian sports brand Olympikus, DutchScot’s publication for Centre Point, Kira Koroknai’s wine label for Glug Wine Club, Studio Brutus’ identity for DAYWATCH, and a cultural branding project by Susanna Foppoli and Carolina Magro for Royal District. Each project showcases distinctive visual strategies, from modular systems to hand-drawn illustrations.
- DutchScot on evolution, collaboration and the process behind their elegant new website
The Brand Identity · Sep 18, 2020 · Interview
The Brand Identity interviews London-based design studio DutchScot about the creation of their new website, exploring their collaborative process, design philosophy, and how they adapted during lockdown. The founders discuss balancing creativity with practicality, the challenges of self-initiated work, and their commitment to variety and originality in design.
- The Edit: five new projects including Soft by Zan Inc.
The Brand Identity · Feb 20, 2020
The Brand Identity’s 'The Edit' highlights five new design projects from studios around the world, including Zan Inc.’s tactile 70s-inspired identity for skincare brand Soft. Other featured works include DutchScot’s rebrand for Hoad & More, Ground and Hugmun’s collaboration for Tartan Zone Media, Vault49’s animated identity for So Satisfying, and ESH Gruppa’s refreshed identity for NET Festival. The article showcases diverse approaches to branding across industries from beauty to culture.
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