Akas'cha πŸ„β˜• Brewing Trust and Sustainability

Marla

Marla Jeken

Akas'cha CafΓ©: Building a Premium Brand System

Project Scope

4 full-wrap packaging designs β€’ Trade show banners β€’ Social media templates β€’ Business collateral

The Challenge

Paskal launched Akas'cha with a quality product but faced a critical gap: the brand presentation didn't match the product quality. He needed packaging and marketing materials that would communicate premium positioning and compete effectively in the functional beverage market.

The Approach

I designed a systems-based solution across all customer touchpoints - from shelf discovery to purchase decision. The strategy prioritized:
Strategic information architecture - every element served a purpose. Visual consistency - the same design language across all touchpoints. Premium positioning - sophisticated simplicity that signals quality.

The Solution

Packaging Design (4-Variant Product Line) Developed an earthy color palette for premium differentiation, with clear information hierarchy that guides consumer decision-making in seconds. Functional iconography communicates product benefits without overwhelming first-time buyers of functional coffee.
Complete Brand System Extended the packaging design into trade show materials, social templates, and collateral, ensuring consistent brand presence across retail, digital, and business environments.

Results

Retail placement secured in specialty wellness stores
Premium pricing supported by visual design communicating quality
Operational efficiency through reusable brand templates and guidelines

Client Feedback

"Marla, she's the best. It's the 2nd time that I'm working with her. Everything was what I expected from start to finish. Her work and her communication are A1!" β€” Paskal Daze, Founder, Akas'cha CafΓ©
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Posted Jun 27, 2024

Premium packaging & branding for a functional beverage startup. Designed a product line, trade materials, and digital templates to support premium positioning.