ilka

ilka is a branding studio that designs strategic brand systems for organisations it sees as making a positive difference. Rather than delivering a single logo, it builds toolkits meant to keep working as a client grows.

What ilka offers

• Brand strategy — direction that ties an organisation's work to the story it tells.
• Design systems — modular brand toolkits in place of fixed guidelines.
• Packaging and publishing design — typography, layout and print work.
• Brand systems and training — guidelines, team training and support for consistent use.
• Project delivery — a dedicated project manager who keeps client relationships and timelines on track.

Who it works with

The studio focuses on organisations driven by purpose and social or environmental impact. Its selected work includes projects for Maggie's, Apherion and Skyscanner.

Key facts

• Team: co-founders acting as creative director and strategic director, plus a project manager and designers
• Process: described as regenerative, aiming for brands that adapt and last
• Named work: Maggie's, Apherion, Skyscanner