Brands built to be seen and remembered.
Brands built to be seen and remembered.
Gude™ is a design practice specializing in brand and packaging design — collaborating with good people on creative projects.
Based in Brazil and working globally, the studio brings together trusted friends and collaborators. From businesses to creative partners, the focus is on working with like-minded individuals who are deeply passionate about what they do.
Creative Capabilities:
Brand Identity
Packaging Design
Digital Design
Printed Materials
Why Gude?
Inspired by ‘bola de gude,’ the marbles used in a traditional Brazilian game, our name reflects the balance of precision, strategy, and enjoyment — core values in our design practice.
Behind the Build — The Gude Process:
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Collect the foundational information for the project.
Tailored Briefing: We begin with a conversation to understand your vision, challenges, and goals. This is supported by tailored questionnaires that help us uncover key insights — from market context and relevant references to visual preferences and brand personality. This step aligns expectations and sets a clear strategic tone for the project.
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Identify key insights and uncover opportunities.
With a strong foundation in place, we now open up the creative space. This phase is about discovery — this helps us understand the forces at play and where your brand can stand out.
Segment Immersion: We dive into the landscape surrounding your brand — studying your segment, analyzing the competitive environment, and identifying key market dynamics.
Reference Mapping: Through curated visual research, we gather design references, aesthetic cues, and cultural signals that reflect your brand’s ambitions.
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Synthesize findings into creative concepts.
After immersing ourselves in research and exploration, this phase is about clarity.
Narrative Development: We distill the key findings into meaningful concepts. These narratives are crafted to reflect your brand’s essence, tone, and future positioning. This is where strategy begins to take a tangible shape.
Look & Feel Alignment: We showcase the concept through curated visual directions that serve as a creative compass — helping us align on the overall aesthetic before moving into design. Together, we review and refine the chosen direction — ensuring it resonates with your brand’s identity, goals, and audience. Once approved, this becomes the creative foundation for the next phase.
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Transform ideas into tangible outcomes.
With a clear creative direction in place, we now move from concept to creation. This phase is where strategy, storytelling, and design converge to shape a final brand expression that is both thoughtful and impactful.
Design Execution: We translate the approved direction into a cohesive visual identity or packaging system. Every detail is designed with intention, reinforcing your brand’s values and positioning. The finalized design is presented with context — explaining the rationale behind each element and how it supports your brand’s expression.
Refinement & Finalization: We aim for a result that both you and we are proud of — and one your audience will remember. We offer two rounds of thoughtful revisions to ensure the outcome feels right: refined, aligned, and ready to be shared with the world.
