Clarence Sim

Open to work

Los Angeles, CA

Clarence Sim

Open to work

Los Angeles, CA

(2023)

(2023)

(2023)

Mekro

Mekro

Mekro

Pushing PC-building aesthetics beyond the mold of traditional cuboid designs.

Pushing PC-building aesthetics beyond the mold of traditional cuboid designs.

Pushing PC-building aesthetics beyond the mold of traditional cuboid designs.

(Overview)

The objective of this project was to create a unique visual identity for a brand that builds custom-built PCs in any way, shape, or form without sacrificing performance.

Role

Graphic Designer

Timeline

January 2023 - May 2023

Responsbilities

Brand Identity Design, Product Strategy

Brand Identity Design, Product Strategy

(Background)

This a conceptual brand, posing the challenge of developing a unique brand identity out of nothing, from scratch. Typically, branding involves a pre-existing product, allowing designers to work with both the product itself and the people behind the product, fostering a robust connection between visuals, concepts, and the product. In this unique scenario, none of that was possible. To kickstart the creative process, I began by establishing some context and creating preliminary content. This included giving the project a name, defining its characteristics, backstory, and other details to give it a sense of existence, even if purely imaginary.

(Process)

To construct a comprehensive visual system for MEKRO, I needed an entry point to build upon. A decision was made to have a distinctive logotype to serve as the cornerstone of the brand's identity. I began exploring various typefaces and remixing forms that resonated with MEKRO's brand. Through this iterative process, I honed in on a visual direction that I deemed most aligned with the brand's character and aspirations.

(Output)

The end goal of this project was to develop a complete brand identity system consisting of robust visual components.