Akiko’s Rebrand

A refined rebrand inspired by simplicity, craftsmanship, and modern Japanese dining culture.

Tools: Figma | Illustrator | Photoshop

✧ Brand Story

At Akiko’s, dining becomes an immersive journey into the heart of Japanese culture,
where tradition meets innovation on every plate.

Akiko’s was reimagined through a visual identity inspired by the balance, precision, and craftsmanship behind contemporary Japanese dining. The branding focused on creating a refined and minimal experience that reflects both the artistry of sushi culture and the calm atmosphere of the restaurant itself.

✧ Outcome

A Brand Experience Rooted in Simplicity and Atmosphere

The final rebrand transformed Akiko’s into a more refined and cohesive visual experience, combining modern Japanese minimalism with a stronger sense of atmosphere, craftsmanship, and contemporary dining culture across both print and digital touchpoints.

Inspired by the elegant form of sushi, the logo mark symbolizes the dining journey at Akiko’s and creates a seamless connection to our name and purpose. Complementing the mark, our restaurant name is presented in Gelica, a distinctive sans-serif typeface that conveys modern sophistication. Together, these elements create a recognizable brand asset that captures the spirit of Akiko’s and strengthens its unique identity.

✧ Logo Design

Akiko’s logo is a visual embodiment of our brand—reflecting values, mission, and personality

✧ Interactive Menu

The restaurant’s interactive menu is designed to elevate the customer experience.

Guests can effortlessly browse dishes and drinks, explore detailed descriptions, and place orders directly from an iPad.
This streamlined approach not only enhances efficiency but also provides a modern, engaging way for customers to connect with the menu.

✧ Moodboard & Style Guide

Defining a Refined Visual Language

The visual direction combined modern Japanese minimalism, warm neutral palettes, refined typography, and organic textures to create a calm and immersive brand experience inspired by craftsmanship and contemporary dining culture.

Culinary Excellence Branding

A website redesign and rebrading to modernize and elevate the digital presence of catering event planning business.

Tools: Figma | Claude | Wordpress

Culinary Excellence Branding

A website redesign and rebrading to modernize and elevate the digital presence of catering event planning business.

Tools: Figma | Claude | Wordpress

Culinary Excellence Branding

A website redesign and rebrading to modernize and elevate the digital presence of catering event planning business.

Tools: Figma | Claude | Wordpress

Culinary Excellence Branding

A website redesign and rebrading to modernize and elevate the digital presence of catering event planning business.

Tools: Figma | Claude | Wordpress

✧ Brand Story

✧ Brand Story

At Akiko’s, dining becomes an immersive journey into the heart of Japanese culture,
where tradition meets innovation on every plate.

At Akiko’s, dining becomes an immersive journey into the heart of Japanese culture,
where tradition meets innovation on every plate.

Akiko’s was reimagined through a visual identity inspired by the balance, precision, and craftsmanship behind contemporary Japanese dining. The branding focused on creating a refined and minimal experience that reflects both the artistry of sushi culture and the calm atmosphere of the restaurant itself.

Akiko’s was reimagined through a visual identity inspired by the balance, precision, and craftsmanship behind contemporary Japanese dining. The branding focused on creating a refined and minimal experience that reflects both the artistry of sushi culture and the calm atmosphere of the restaurant itself.

✧ Moodboard & Style Guide

✧ Moodboard & Style Guide

Defining a Refined Visual Language

Defining a Refined Visual Language

The visual direction combined modern Japanese minimalism, warm neutral palettes, refined typography, and organic textures to create a calm and immersive brand experience inspired by craftsmanship and contemporary dining culture.

The visual direction combined modern Japanese minimalism, warm neutral palettes, refined typography, and organic textures to create a calm and immersive brand experience inspired by craftsmanship and contemporary dining culture.

✧ Logo Design

✧ Logo Design

Akiko’s logo is a visual embodiment of our brand—reflecting values, mission, and personality

Akiko’s logo is a visual embodiment of our brand—reflecting values, mission, and personality

Inspired by the elegant form of sushi, the logo mark symbolizes the dining journey at Akiko’s and creates a seamless connection to our name and purpose. Complementing the mark, our restaurant name is presented in Gelica, a distinctive sans-serif typeface that conveys modern sophistication. Together, these elements create a recognizable brand asset that captures the spirit of Akiko’s and strengthens its unique identity.

Inspired by the elegant form of sushi, the logo mark symbolizes the dining journey at Akiko’s and creates a seamless connection to our name and purpose. Complementing the mark, our restaurant name is presented in Gelica, a distinctive sans-serif typeface that conveys modern sophistication. Together, these elements create a recognizable brand asset that captures the spirit of Akiko’s and strengthens its unique identity.

✧ Interactive Menu

✧ Interactive Menu

The restaurant’s interactive menu is designed to elevate the customer experience.

The restaurant’s interactive menu is designed to elevate the customer experience.

Guests can effortlessly browse dishes and drinks, explore detailed descriptions, and place orders directly from an iPad.
This streamlined approach not only enhances efficiency but also provides a modern, engaging way for customers to connect with the menu.

Guests can effortlessly browse dishes and drinks, explore detailed descriptions, and place orders directly from an iPad. This streamlined approach not only enhances efficiency but also provides a modern, engaging way for customers to connect with the menu.

✧ Outcome

✧ Outcome

A Brand Experience Rooted in Simplicity and Atmosphere

A Brand Experience Rooted in Simplicity and Atmosphere

The final rebrand transformed Akiko’s into a more refined and cohesive visual experience, combining modern Japanese minimalism with a stronger sense of atmosphere, craftsmanship, and contemporary dining culture across both print and digital touchpoints.

The final rebrand transformed Akiko’s into a more refined and cohesive visual experience, combining modern Japanese minimalism with a stronger sense of atmosphere, craftsmanship, and contemporary dining culture across both print and digital touchpoints.

✧ Brand Story

At Akiko’s, dining becomes an immersive journey into the heart of Japanese culture,
where tradition meets innovation on every plate.

Akiko’s was reimagined through a visual identity inspired by the balance, precision, and craftsmanship behind contemporary Japanese dining. The branding focused on creating a refined and minimal experience that reflects both the artistry of sushi culture and the calm atmosphere of the restaurant itself.

✧ Moodboard & Style Guide

Defining a Refined Visual Language

The visual direction combined modern Japanese minimalism, warm neutral palettes, refined typography, and organic textures to create a calm and immersive brand experience inspired by craftsmanship and contemporary dining culture.

✧ Logo Design

Akiko’s logo is a visual embodiment of our brand—reflecting values, mission, and personality

Inspired by the elegant form of sushi, the logo mark symbolizes the dining journey at Akiko’s and creates a seamless connection to our name and purpose. Complementing the mark, our restaurant name is presented in Gelica, a distinctive sans-serif typeface that conveys modern sophistication. Together, these elements create a recognizable brand asset that captures the spirit of Akiko’s and strengthens its unique identity.

✧ Interactive Menu

The restaurant’s interactive menu is designed to elevate the customer experience.

Guests can effortlessly browse dishes and drinks, explore detailed descriptions, and place orders directly from an iPad.
This streamlined approach not only enhances efficiency but also provides a modern, engaging way for customers to connect with the menu.

✧ Outcome

A Brand Experience Rooted in Simplicity and Atmosphere

The final rebrand transformed Akiko’s into a more refined and cohesive visual experience, combining modern Japanese minimalism with a stronger sense of atmosphere, craftsmanship, and contemporary dining culture across both print and digital touchpoints.

✧ Brand Story

At Akiko’s, dining becomes an immersive journey into the heart of Japanese culture,
where tradition meets innovation on every plate.

Akiko’s was reimagined through a visual identity inspired by the balance, precision, and craftsmanship behind contemporary Japanese dining. The branding focused on creating a refined and minimal experience that reflects both the artistry of sushi culture and the calm atmosphere of the restaurant itself.

✧ Moodboard & Style Guide

Defining a Refined Visual Language

The visual direction combined modern Japanese minimalism, warm neutral palettes, refined typography, and organic textures to create a calm and immersive brand experience inspired by craftsmanship and contemporary dining culture.

✧ Logo Design

Akiko’s logo is a visual embodiment of our brand—reflecting values, mission, and personality

Inspired by the elegant form of sushi, the logo mark symbolizes the dining journey at Akiko’s and creates a seamless connection to our name and purpose. Complementing the mark, our restaurant name is presented in Gelica, a distinctive sans-serif typeface that conveys modern sophistication. Together, these elements create a recognizable brand asset that captures the spirit of Akiko’s and strengthens its unique identity.

✧ Interactive Menu

The restaurant’s interactive menu is designed to elevate the customer experience.

Guests can effortlessly browse dishes and drinks, explore detailed descriptions, and place orders directly from an iPad.
This streamlined approach not only enhances efficiency but also provides a modern, engaging way for customers to connect with the menu.

✧ Outcome

A Brand Experience Rooted in Simplicity and Atmosphere

The final rebrand transformed Akiko’s into a more refined and cohesive visual experience, combining modern Japanese minimalism with a stronger sense of atmosphere, craftsmanship, and contemporary dining culture across both print and digital touchpoints.

Copyright © 2025 Penny Asawadilockchai. All Rights Reserved.

Copyright © 2025 Penny Asawadilockchai. All Rights Reserved.

Copyright © 2025 Penny Asawadilockchai. All Rights Reserved.