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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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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Embers + Ice
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Branding for Embers + Ice, whose goal is to bring ancient healing techniques supported by modern science to every major city in the United states with the goal of helping communities relax, recover and reconnect.
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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.
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.
