Creative team reviewing identity concepts around a studio table.

Brand · Clarity & identity

Brand · Clarity & identity

Make the business clearer. Make the brand stronger.

Make the business clearer. Make the brand stronger.

Make the business clearer. Make the brand stronger.

Positioning, messaging and identity for established organisations entering a new stage of growth. We find what matters, define a sharper direction and build a brand system people can understand, trust and remember.

Positioning, messaging and identity for established organisations entering a new stage of growth. We find what matters, define a sharper direction and build a brand system people can understand, trust and remember.

Positioning, messaging and identity for established organisations entering a new stage of growth. We find what matters, define a sharper direction and build a brand system people can understand, trust and remember.

For established businesses, organisations and funded ventures · Senior-led strategy and identity · Working across Ireland and international markets.

For established businesses, organisations and funded ventures · Senior-led strategy and identity · Working across Ireland and international markets.

Trusted by established organisations

  • Accenture logo.
  • University of Limerick logo.
  • University of Galway logo.
  • SSPC logo.
  • Clonakilty logo.
  • Diageo logo.
  • Musgrave logo.
  • SCS logo.
  • University of Hertfordshire logo.
  • Thomond Park Stadium logo.
  • XOCEAN logo: Ocean data, delivered.
  • Accenture logo.
  • University of Limerick logo.
  • University of Galway logo.
  • SSPC logo.
  • Clonakilty logo.
  • Diageo logo.
  • Musgrave logo.
  • SCS logo.
  • University of Hertfordshire logo.
  • Thomond Park Stadium logo.
  • XOCEAN logo: Ocean data, delivered.

[02] The business first

A strong identity starts with a clear point of view.

A strong identity starts with a clear point of view.

A strong identity starts with a clear point of view.

A strong identity starts with a clear point of view.

Before visual design begins, we clarify the audience, category, competitive context, offer and belief the brand should stand for.

Brand strategy connects the commercial reality of the business with a clear position, useful message and distinctive identity. The result is a practical system that guides websites, campaigns, sales materials and future decisions.

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[03]

Selected work

Selected brand strategy and identity work

Positioning, identity and digital systems created for organisations at meaningful points of change.

[01]

Blurred figure in a white dress on the steps at Sallymount House.
Sallymount House logo

Sallymount House

Brand Strategy, Identity & Website Design

[01]

Blurred figure in a white dress on the steps at Sallymount House.
Sallymount House logo

Sallymount House

Brand Strategy, Identity & Website Design

[02]

Sunlight breaking through layers of clouds.
Nordic Aviation Capital logo

Nordic Aviation Capital

Brand Strategy & Environmental Design

[02]

Sunlight breaking through layers of clouds.
Nordic Aviation Capital logo

Nordic Aviation Capital

Brand Strategy & Environmental Design

[03]

Black-and-white portrait of a man wearing glasses.
Kerry Film Festival logo

Kerry Film Festival

Brand Strategy & Visual Systems

[03]

Black-and-white portrait of a man wearing glasses.
Kerry Film Festival logo

Kerry Film Festival

Brand Strategy & Visual Systems

[04]

Experienced butcher in a meat cooler, exemplifying clients for Brainstorm Web Design.
Clonakilty Foods logo

Clonakilty Foods

Visual Identity & Packaging Architecture

[04]

Experienced butcher in a meat cooler, exemplifying clients for Brainstorm Web Design.
Clonakilty Foods logo

Clonakilty Foods

Visual Identity & Packaging Architecture

[05]

Professionals reviewing web design plans for a project in Limerick.
WiiGroup logo

WiiGroup

Brand Strategy & Visual Identity

[05]

Professionals reviewing web design plans for a project in Limerick.
WiiGroup logo

WiiGroup

Brand Strategy & Visual Identity

[06]

Brainstorm Design Limerick professional examines glowing blue server.
SSPC logo

SSPC

Information Architecture & Web Development

[06]

Brainstorm Design Limerick professional examines glowing blue server.
SSPC logo

SSPC

Information Architecture & Web Development

[04] What clients get

A clearer brand that makes every touchpoint work harder.

A clearer brand that makes every touchpoint work harder.

A clearer brand that makes every touchpoint work harder.

01

Sharper position

A focused position and message help customers, teams and partners understand what makes the organisation relevant.

02

Distinctive identity

A recognisable visual and verbal direction creates confidence without relying on short-lived design trends.

03

Usable system

Practical guidelines, templates and digital assets help internal teams protect the brand in day-to-day use.

Established 2010

29 published case studies

One senior team

[05] Website scope

Everything required to build a coherent brand.

Everything required to build a coherent brand.

Everything required to build a coherent brand.

One senior-led engagement connects research, positioning, narrative, identity and rollout so the strategic idea survives every design decision.

01 Research and insight

02 Brand positioning

03 Value proposition

04 Naming and messaging

05 Visual identity

06 Brand guidelines

Naming, website strategy and campaign applications can be included where they are important to the wider change.

[06]

Process

A clear path from business ambition to useful identity.

A clear path from business ambition to useful identity.

A clear path from business ambition to useful identity.

Decision-makers stay close to the work while each stage turns insight into a more confident and practical brand system.

Focused start

Once scope and priorities are agreed, we move quickly with a focused plan, named decisions and no unnecessary handoffs.

Clear stages

Work is broken into focused stages so your team reviews the right things at the right time and keeps momentum.

01

Discover

We clarify the business change, audiences, competitive context, internal perspectives and the real decisions the brand must support.

02

Define

We agree a focused position, promise, narrative and principles before exploring visual expression.

03

Design

We develop identity directions through real applications, testing distinctiveness, clarity and practical range.

04

Develop

We build the approved system across the priority assets, templates and digital touchpoints the team needs.

05

Launch & Improve

We support rollout, brief internal teams and remain available as the brand enters new channels, offers and markets.

01

Discover

We clarify the business change, audiences, competitive context, internal perspectives and the real decisions the brand must support.

02

Define

We agree a focused position, promise, narrative and principles before exploring visual expression.

03

Design

We develop identity directions through real applications, testing distinctiveness, clarity and practical range.

04

Develop

We build the approved system across the priority assets, templates and digital touchpoints the team needs.

05

Launch & Improve

We support rollout, brief internal teams and remain available as the brand enters new channels, offers and markets.

[07]

Client proof

Trusted by organisations ready for a clearer story.

Relevant work across consumer, technology, retail, professional services and ambitious new ventures.

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John Ambrose

Manager

Kearney's Home Baking

Daire Scanlon

Managing Director

Limitless Health

Eimear Dwan

Marketing Manager

Crescent Shopping Centre

Working with Dave Curtin of Brainstorm made the process of designing our website very smooth and enjoyable. Digital technology was not our strongest point and we had always put it on the long finger, but once we started the process with Dave the project ran smoothly and without delay. With baking and food, we are trying to portray the smell, texture, taste and memories our products create, and Dave captured that concept very well. Our website has brought customers into our bakery and given them an insight into our operations.

Brainstorm translated our complex business model into a simple, elegant digital experience. The new brand helps establish the trust we need to operate in healthcare, and the website makes onboarding patients more efficient.

We have been working with Brainstorm for the last number of years and couldn't recommend them enough. Dave worked with us on a new brand re-design... which has greatly boosted our website traffic, performance, and overall user experience. Their reporting system is top class.

2010

Brainstorm established

29

Brainstorm case studies

1

Brainstorm senior team

John Ambrose

Manager

Kearney's Home Baking

Daire Scanlon

Managing Director

Limitless Health

Eimear Dwan

Marketing Manager

Crescent Shopping Centre

Working with Dave Curtin of Brainstorm made the process of designing our website very smooth and enjoyable. Digital technology was not our strongest point and we had always put it on the long finger, but once we started the process with Dave the project ran smoothly and without delay. With baking and food, we are trying to portray the smell, texture, taste and memories our products create, and Dave captured that concept very well. Our website has brought customers into our bakery and given them an insight into our operations.

Brainstorm translated our complex business model into a simple, elegant digital experience. The new brand helps establish the trust we need to operate in healthcare, and the website makes onboarding patients more efficient.

We have been working with Brainstorm for the last number of years and couldn't recommend them enough. Dave worked with us on a new brand re-design... which has greatly boosted our website traffic, performance, and overall user experience. Their reporting system is top class.

2010

Brainstorm established

29

Brainstorm case studies

1

Brainstorm senior team

Brainstorm is led by founder and Creative Director Dave Curtin. Dave works directly with clients on strategy, creative direction and delivery, supported by senior specialists when the project calls for them.

Dave Curtin

Founder & Creative Director

Brainstorm is led by founder and Creative Director Dave Curtin. Dave works directly with clients on strategy, creative direction and delivery, supported by senior specialists when the project calls for them.

Dave Curtin

Founder & Creative Director

[09] Fit and answers

Is Brainstorm the right fit for your project?

Is Brainstorm the right fit for your project?

Is Brainstorm the right fit for your project?

Best suited to organisations facing growth, repositioning, consolidation or launch, with an engaged leadership team and a real commercial reason for the brand to change.

What does brand strategy include?

Research, positioning, audience priorities, value proposition, messaging and the principles that guide identity and communication.

Do you also design the visual identity?

Yes. Strategy can lead into a complete identity system, including logo, typography, colour, art direction and practical brand guidelines.

Can you refresh an existing brand?

Yes. We can retain valuable recognition while sharpening the positioning, messaging and visual system for the next stage.

Can our internal team take part?

Yes. We work directly with decision-makers and can collaborate with internal marketing, communications and leadership teams.

What happens after the strategy?

The agreed direction can guide identity, website, campaign and content work, whether Brainstorm delivers the next phase or supports your team.

Can you support a brand rollout?

Yes. We can help prioritise launch touchpoints, equip internal teams and support the rollout of the brand across web, campaigns and sales materials.

How do we begin a brand project?

Start with a focused conversation about the business, audience, timing and what needs to become clearer. We will recommend the most useful next step.

[10] Start your project

Ready for a clearer position?

Ready for a clearer position?

Ready for a clearer position?

Start with a focused conversation about where the business is now, where it needs to go and what the brand must do next.

[02] Contact details

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