Strong·hold | Noun
A place where a particular cause or belief is strongly defended or upheld.

Stronghold is a design and branding studio in Buffalo, New York that delivers award winning work in defense of good design.

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MagSnow

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Brand and packaging for the world's first two-in-one stomp pad and ice scraper, an innovative product that solves a common dilemma for snowboarders.

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Checkers & Rally's

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An extensive re-imagining of a beloved fast food chain, Checkers & Rally's, that includes everything from logo design, custom typography, brand standards, packaging and much more.

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Kiku Room

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Branding for Kiku Room, a hi-fi listening room serving up classic cocktails and a highly curated listening experience in San Diego's booming Little Italy neighborhood.

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Keepr

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Logo design and branding for Keepr, a personal breathalizer that empowers users to live the life they want, no matter their relationship with alcohol.

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Southern Junction

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Logo design and branding for Buffalo's "Tex-ish" style barbecue joint, whose founder was a James Beard Emerging Chef nominee in 2023.

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SUNY Old Westbury

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An athletics rebrand for the SUNY Old Westbury Panthers—an NCAA Division III university in Long Island, New York.

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Top Flite

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Logo redesign for Top Flite, a Dick's Sporting Goods brand that makes golf balls, clubs and accessories.

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Southern Tier Distilling Co.

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A packaging refresh for Southern Tier Distilling's canned cocktails.

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Brickyard Brewing

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Illustrative cans for a brewery located in historic Lewiston, NY.

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SERVICES

Brand Identity
Packaging Design
Print Design
Illustration
Naming & Strategy
Art Direction
Website Design

MISSION

Through a process that puts an equal emphasis on understanding a clients needs and creative solutions, Stronghold's goal is to create memorable and meaningful brand experiences when working with clients big and small.

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