Balaera

A Milan-born concept with global ambition, BALAERA came to us with a name, a vibe, and not much else. What they needed was a full visual world built around it — one that felt effortlessly stylish, a little nostalgic, and unmistakably cool.

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Client

Balaera - Milan, Italy

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With just a rough direction, we stepped in to design and deliver a complete aesthetic that now defines the brand.

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Challenges:

This was a true from-scratch brand project. No logo, no brand assets, no photography — just a bold ambition to launch a cocktail lounge that didn’t play by traditional hospitality rules.

They wanted something that felt:

  • Gritty but glamorous

  • Polished but playful

  • A place where great drinks meet great vibes 

Approach:

The mood – Visual storytelling that feels lived-in, like a Polaroid from your best night out. The final look balances nostalgia and modernity — think 80s Italian bar scene meets today’s coolest lounge. It’s not just a logo or a look — it’s a vibe people want to be part of.

  • Visual Identity

We designed a logotype that feels like BALAERA itself: sharp, confident, and a little flirtatious. The all-caps serif with unexpected cuts gives the brand instant recognition and editorial edge.

  • Packaging & Product Styling

Custom wine labels, bold box designs, and luxe menus — every brand touchpoint was built to feel photo-ready and premium. Think cinematic warmth meets European nightlife.

  • Photography & Art Direction

We created and styled a full suite of branded visuals with AI.

  • Lifestyle photos with grainy, analog-inspired textures
  • Product and menu shots that pop on social

Results:

  • A fully realized brand world from scratch

  • Bold visuals that now define BALAERA’s identity across packaging, social media, and menus

  • A consistent, confident brand that feels high-concept — yet completely accessible

  • Proof that with the right creative partner, all you need is a spark. We’ll build the fire.

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