OAVA STUDIO
Force of
Nature Brands
You’re at the threshold to iconic
We unearth what's already alive in your business and shape it into a brand identity that can support the growth you've envisioned all along.
Yellow Rose by Kendra Scott:
establishing a national brand with a Texas soul.
Graham Dental Care
Neck of the Woods:
All-day cafe in Austin, Texas
Aluna:
Wabi Sabi wellness sanctuary and apartment living
Cenizo: An award-winning coffee brand from Austin
The Oava Method
Authenticity is built from deep understanding.
Every project with Oava begins with Unearthing: the act of bringing to light something rooted deep within your business. We ask why: why is this here, what does it mean to you? Why is this so important to get right?
Once we’re on the same page, the project enters phase two: New Light. Like a sunrise ushering in new opportunities and a fresh perspective, we select the heart of your business and shift the story to highlight the elements that make it special.
Once the story is unearthed and focused on what carries the most meaning, the last phase begins: Overflow: the act of imbuing every element, pixel, and molecule of your brand to carry the depth of your brand’s story.
In harmony, these three phases build unshakable foundations for brands on the verge: of scaling, of fully embodying, of exploring new territories.
SERVICES
Through our signature method, we unearth the spark that makes your brand magnetic. It begins by deeply understanding your story and crafting one for your brand that your customers cannot see themselves outside of.
In the current landscape, the visual story your brand tells needs to be confident and unshakeable. We craft bespoke brand visuals and design systems that grow as your business does.
Your brand deserves packaging that's collectible, not disposable. We design thoughtful packaging that delights your customers, so you can own the shelf space in steady confidence.
Be discovered via a web presence that is immersive and converting. Be a place people feel like they've been insatiable for; the quenching of desire for thoughtful, artful business.
We are open for projects
Our Clients Get Recognized
Brand Design & messaging
DESIGN OFFICE
Brand Design & messaging
custom home designer
↖ Neon Sign on South Congress in Austin, Texas
From subsidiary to standalone brand with a national presence.
Yellow Rose by Kendra Scott (Yellow Rose) is a subsidiary of the iconic Kendra Scott brand, born from Kendra's own Texas ranch and her immense love for the state and its land. After operating for about a year with a youthful, boho-style logo, Yellow Rose was preparing to open retail locations across multiple Texas cities—and needed a brand identity that embodied the shift from cute subsidiary to Texas-heritage, fine goods brand, and the expansion that came with the shift.
We reimagined the brand from "charming local favorite" to Texas heritage brand through a custom hand-lettered word mark and a bespoke brand typeface.
Yellow Rose now attracts shoppers who are charmed by Texas, ranch life, and heritage pieces. The rebrand was the doorway to become a distinct identity that aligned with their products and business goals.
Cenizo branding & packaging ↘
Branding & Messaging for Custom Home Designer, Design Office, in Scottsdale, Arizona ↘
Branding and messaging for Aluna: luxury wellness, Tulum inspired apartment complex ↘
We are open for projects
Kind
Words
“You stand out head over heels compared to the other folks out there. Your work - it’s special. The whole storytelling is what really sets you apart from other designers. I feel like there is soul in your work.”
From
Agave Haus
When it flows, you’ll know
When your positioning, identity, and story all stem from the same clear source, marketing isn’t forced, communication is faster, and the right customers find you.
A brand at this level establishes your business, and yourself, at the place you’ve been working toward.
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