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Hipburger QSR burger branding
The better burger boom was well on its way to reaching a boiling point, but while every strived for the most “chef-driven” approach, the bliss that comes from a damn-good burger seemed to get lost. What happened to the simple goodness of a great burger? Why weren’t we free to enjoy that no-nonsense perfection? Luckily […]
Great Bagel & Bakery rebranding and interior design
Though it’s not obvious at first, husband-and-wife restaurateurs Lara and Robert Swan are not, first and foremost, bagel enthusiasts. True, they founded Great Bagel, an institution that is beloved by Lexington locals. But as Vigor soon discovered, the Swans are more than bakers: they’re food system revolutionaries. Why else would they have spent years researching […]
Lazuli superfood café restaurant branding
When a newly formed franchise company decided franchising was no longer the path forward, one of their franchisees turned to Vigor to develop a fresh brand that would thrive. Based on the trending acaí bowl, the concept was ripe for portraying a passion that would align with the core markets of North San Jose, California. […]
Oceanwave full service restaurant & bar rebranding
Harry & Sons was a long time staple in the Virginia Highland neighborhood of Atlanta. Having established itself for fantastic martinis and sushi, the brand experienced years of success and growth. As time marched on, growth slowed as did traffic. Then the opportunity for renovation presented itself which springboarded ownership into evaluating the overall brand […]
Safina Mediterranean restaurant branding
For the InterContinental Hotel in Houston Medical Center, IHG had a concept in place, but no name or identity direction. The framework for the operations and the culinary offering was complete, and the concept was poised to be brought to life. Vigor collaborated with the IHG team and ownership to craft a modern, pan-Mediterranean brand […]
Jackson’s Bluff hotel rooftop bar branding
For the rooftop bar experience at the Crowne Plaza in North Augusta, a catchy, memorable brand was a must. Rooftops naturally pique interest and get traction, but without a concept, their appeal can wear off quickly. When compared to the adjacent concepts, Salt + Marrow and Parlor Bar, Jackson’s Bluff was a bit different. More […]
La Segunda Bakery & Café restaurant rebranding
Tampa, Florida is known for many things, but the top two may very well be cigars and Cuban bread. Since 1910, one small bakery in the Ybor City neighborhood has been an iconoclast for one of them: authentic, fresh-baked Cuban bread. In 2017, a changing of the guard was in effect as the company was […]
HQ Dallas hotel rooftop bar branding
Courtyard by Marriott isn’t usually associated with innovative food and beverage. Their Bistro is dependable but highly unified across each location. When posed with an opportunity to change that perception, the team at Peachstate Hospitality tapped Vigor to realize the vision. Location Year Completed Team Size Services Elevating the start and finish of an amazing […]
Badaro fast casual Mediterranean restaurant branding
After the fall of the ambitious pizza chain Naked Pizza (NKD), one franchisee sought to build a new concept in its wake. As a Lebanese American, this aspiring restaurateur was compelled to create an authentic Mediterranean fast casual experience. This is how we created an expression of modern Beirut. Location Year Completed Team Size Services […]
PanaNova fast casual restaurant rebranding
With an injection of investment capital, a single unit fast casual brand sought to embark on a rapid growth trajectory. Before the journey could begin, the restaurant had to address crucial issues with its name, identity, and brand as a whole. Together we evolved the restaurant’s components to create a fully baked concept primed for […]