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Can Your Brand Cure These New Consumer Pain Points?
Recently, we have all faced wicked challenges. 2020 will be a year none of us can forget! It is proven that the world is in constant flux, and so are your customers' needs and challenges. Yes, change is unsettling, but recent events have demonstrated how adaptable we all can be. We have to continue with our fingers on the pulse.
Three Steps to a Family-Friendly, Diverse and Inclusive Brand Strategy
In this modern age, consumers are clued-up and savvy. They want to do good and feel good when shopping! So, an organisation’s morals and ethics play an essential part in the decision-making of customers. Therefore, it’s crucial brands demonstrate their support for diversity and inclusion. It's especially true when creating brands for families and children.
How to Design Happy Spaces: A Guide to Placemaking
At Buttercrumble, we always state that “design is about solving problems within a set of limitations”. This is even more true for environments. The landscape is infinite, not just a flat sheet of paper. So, the scale of observation is vital (Ingold, 2013). Based on findings from a What Works Wellbeing report (Mansfield, 2020) we believe there are five key areas to consider. What are they and how do can you achieve success?
One Hot Potato: Marketing Your Brand During a Recession
The COVID-19 pandemic has stirred up a real hornet's nest for the lives of many. It has caused many of us to down tools so we can take care of our families and selves. However, as business resumes, marketing may be overlooked as other activities take precedence. After all, customer service, human resources, budgeting and sales need to be taken care of. Yet, it’s important we don’t pass on this hot potato: marketing.
Which Season are You?: Your Free Brand Guidelines
A cohesive identity can be a real game changer so let’s craft a mindful brand. Visual styles often follow the seasons. Consider whether you are: youthful Spring, energetic Summer, comforting Autumn or decadent Winter. Stay true to this when making aesthetic decisions.
How to Set Strong Foundations Before Your Web Design and Build
Your website is your calling card. It's your brand's internet home. If you don't have an online platform, how do you expect your audience to connect with you? We believe in the power of storytelling through digital design. However, there are some key points to consider before diving headfirst into the web design process.
Here are our five tips on how you can set strong foundations to optimise the success of your dream website...
This new beginning motivates us to reinvent ourselves, exercise our strengths, and remedy our foibles. I find this especially true of our young generation climbing social ladders and (literally) growing out of their former selves!