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Modern Standard

Everyday mainstream, or small, high-craft independent? Modern Standard set out to do both: marrying the precision of speciality brewing with modern, efficient, large scale production. We developed a proposition, name and identity to define a new standard for everyone’s cup.

  • Brand identity
  • Writing
  • Packaging
  • Social
  • Brand articulation
  • Art direction
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A simple monogram borrows from the idea of a kite-mark – a benchmark of quality on a large scale. Its geometries inform a variety patterns and shapes; from the angle of the M, to the small bar it balances on (affectionately known as the ‘ingot’).

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A frugal, but bold approach to application creates impact that’s easy to produce and doesn't feel ostentatious.

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MS icons
MS Clock SQ
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The identity works with a deliberate restraint.

Ms pour

Knowledge for all via useful facts in a simple short form. Breaking down the secret mystical art of great coffee, one cup at a time.

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