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Seesaw's Lodge

THE GOODS
Naming
Brand Positioning
Visual Identity
Marketing Collateral
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We partnered with the new owners of Johnny Seesaw’s to revitalize the brand identity of the historic inn, which was established in 1924 and has served as a destination for locals and former presidents alike.

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To pay homage to the inn’s rich history while imagining a fresh future, we evolved its name to Seesaw’s Lodge, which is reminiscent of a destination rather than a place.

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We then developed a distinctive typeface with a chiseled appearance that recalls the area’s woodcarving culture. The wordmark’s red color nods to the inn’s earlier days.

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We paired the new logo with an original campfire graphic inspired by the firepit situated at the heart of the inn’s signature restaurant. The firepit is not only a memorable part of the Johnny Seesaw experience, it also signifies the brand’s incredible ability to create a sense of camaraderie among its guests.

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Johnny Seesaw’s

THE GOODS
Visual Identity
Menu System
Materials Procurement
Collateral & Menu Design

After branding Seesaw’s Lodge, our next step was reimagining the inn’s flagship restaurant: Johnny Seesaw's.

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The restaurant’s new identity, like its name, is rooted in its history — from an engraving-style logo inspired by the lodge’s original facade to menu materials, like leather and wood, that complement the log cabin aesthetic.

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Vintage and current photos are courtesy of Seesaw’s Lodge.

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