Ditch restaurant branding

Ditch is a California-style restaurant based in Bay Shore, New York. They wanted a new typeface for their logotype, as well as a cohesive visual identity throughout their print and social media advertising. Since the owner was inspired by retro surfer magazines, I came up with a laid-back aesthetic that reflects the southwest coast attitude the client sought. I led the logo redesign process and designed the new brand system with social media and print templates. The final result was a satisfied client and a cohesive visual design system that was recognized through all touchpoints.

Comparison of old and new lowercase logotype for Ditch restaurant, showing wave‑shaped 'h' representing California‑style beach aesthetic
First step was to redesign the logotype. The client wanted lowercase type to go with a more casual vibe. A font was chosen and carefully altered so the counter of the "h" was shaped like an ocean wave. Besides the logotype, new fonts were chosen to be used in their new branding style that reflect a vintage and approachable aesthetic. 
Old Ditch Logo
New lowercase Ditch logo with ocean‑wave counter on 'h', reflecting retro surfer typography
Ditch restaurant menu front cover design showcasing bold retro typography and beach‑inspired textures
For print collateral and advertising, I selected slightly rough textures and overlayed these effects on their photography as well as relevant photos of surfers and beach themed items like pineapples and palm trees that exude the retro surfer theme the client wanted.
Typography and color palette layout for Ditch branding: teal and sand tones evoke retro surfer style
Interior menu layout mockup with surfer‑vibe photography, pineapple and palm tree motifs for beach food branding
Close‑up of menu page design for Ditch, featuring textured overlays, California‑style imagery and playful layout
Exterior of Ditch take‑out menu mockup, palm‑tree motif and retro style elements highlight casual beach aesthetic
Inside view of Ditch take‑out menu, clean beach food layout with surf imagery and hand‑torn texture effect
Business card mockup for Ditch featuring lowercase custom logo and dark teal palette consistent with beach branding
Coupon card design for Ditch, retro surfer styling with promotional offer and coastal textures
For social media and digital advertising, we continued using the same branding elements and photography implemented in various layouts to keep the attention of consumers in attention-grabbing platforms. GIF animations were also created for SMS campaigns and social media to entice customers while maintaining the brand in motion.
Social media post mockup for Ditch catering service, showcasing meal imagery over surf‑inspired graphics on blue background
Animated advertisement for Ditch happy hour, retro typography layered over beach photography with rough texture
Instagram posts for yoga brunch and investors depicting ditch branding and elements used while maintaining variety
Three Social media post mockups depicting weekly specials along with two variants of high tide happy hour,
Social Media post and event cover for live music at Dtich, showing branding used for events
Social media ads for private parties at Ditch, using meal imagery palm motifs, and bold typography
Work created for Union Square Advertising
Visual assets showcased include photography provided by clients and/or by photographers at Union Square Advertising. All rights to those images remain with their respective creators.

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