Franklyn was a Brooklyn-based branding agency known for its witty, strategic, and design-driven approach. Over 14 years, the studio built a reputation for crafting thoughtful brand identities and creative campaigns that balanced intelligence with playfulness. Led by co-founders Michael Freimuth and Patrick Richardson, Franklyn collaborated with a wide range of clients across culture, technology, and lifestyle sectors. As the studio winds down, its legacy continues through new ventures led by its founders, reflecting the same spirit of creativity and curiosity that defined Franklyn’s work and influence in contemporary branding.
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Creative Boom’s feature by Tom May gathers insights from leading creative directors and founders to forecast the major design trends for 2025. The article highlights AI’s growing role in final design output, a counter-movement toward handcrafted and human-centered design, and a renewed appreciation for craft and experimentation. It reflects an industry balancing technological innovation with authenticity and physical experience.
The article showcases Franklyn’s refreshed identity for boutique bicycle maker VonHof. The rebrand introduces a typographic and pattern-based system applied across print, digital, and product categories, reflecting the brand’s handcrafted and American-made ethos.
The Brand Identity features Franklyn’s branding work for Capsule, a startup pharmacy offering same-day prescription delivery. The project presents a bold, caring, and user-focused identity applied across digital and physical touchpoints including packaging, app, and advertising.
The Brand Identity interviews Michael Freimuth, co-founder of New York studio Franklyn, about the studio’s origins, growth, and creative philosophy. Freimuth discusses their collaborative approach, notable projects like Redscout, Marz Brewing, and the International Documentary Association, and their emphasis on flexibility and experimentation in branding. The conversation highlights Franklyn’s playful, honest culture and its evolving team dynamic.