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Real Fruit Bubble Tea – Brampton Riocan
Real Fruit Bubble Tea – Brampton Riocan Food & Beverage Redefine the bubble tea shop as a modern teahouse and inclusive community gathering space. Type of Work Interior Design Client Real Fruit Bubble Tea Year 2022 Website www.realfruitbubbletea.com At Brampton’s Riocan Plaza, CGICA introduced a bold cultural concept for Real Fruit Bubble Tea — turning the store into a contemporary teahouse inspired by East Asian traditions. Drawing from ancient Song Dynasty tea spaces and modern tea lounge culture, the design repositions the store as a third place for the community — a casual but elevated environment for relaxation, connection, and refreshment. Rich wood textures, long communal benches, and symbolic graphic elements together reinterpret the meaning of “drinking tea” in today’s multicultural, suburban Canada. Zoning includes long communal seating, semi-private alcoves, ordering counter, and layered ceiling treatments. Guests enjoy a tranquil, culturally rich tea-drinking atmosphere where design, brand, and belonging intersect. Inspired by Song Dynasty tea culture, the layout includes long benches and wooden partitions reminiscent of classical tea gatherings. The store is designed as a welcoming spot between home and work — a place to pause, meet, and reconnect. Visual elements reference classical teahouses, traditional architecture, and global tea rituals, honouring Brampton’s multicultural makeup. Explore Other Projects All Posts Food & Beverage Real Fruit Bubble Tea – Brampton Riocan Real Fruit Bubble Tea – Ottawa Outlet & Niagara Falls Outlet Hi Yogurt – Interior Design
Real Fruit Bubble Tea – Ottawa Bank St.
Real Fruit Bubble Tea – Ottawa Bank St. Food & Beverage Create a stylized, cinematic bubble tea space inspired by daydreaming and pop culture references. Type of Work Interior Design Client Real Fruit Bubble Tea Year 2022 Website www.realfruitbubbletea.com Unlike its outlet counterparts, the Real Fruit Bubble Tea Bank Street store in Ottawa called for a more imaginative, lifestyle-driven concept. CGICA crafted the creative theme “Daydream in Tea Club” — an immersive, cinematic experience where sipping tea feels like stepping into a dream sequence. Drawing inspiration from the whimsical narrative style of Woody Allen films like Midnight in Paris, the space combines layered storytelling, stylized illustrations, and cosy seating to transform the everyday act of drinking bubble tea into a scene of cultural play and visual delight. Linear storefront with main feature wall, illustrated storytelling zone, and casual booth-style seating. Guests feel like they’re entering a surreal tea lounge — perfect for dreaming, chatting, and Instagramming. Inspired by cinematic montages, the wall layers time, culture, and characters into a visual tea story. The artwork pays tribute to Midnight in Paris and other films, presenting historical tea moments with lighthearted charm. Soft lighting, booth seating and curated murals create a relaxed yet elegant bubble tea lounge. Previous ProjectNext Project Explore Other Projects All Posts Food & Beverage Real Fruit Bubble Tea – Ottawa Outlet & Niagara Falls Outlet Hi Yogurt – Interior Design Nan Xiang Express – Website Design
Real Fruit Bubble Tea – Ottawa Outlet & Niagara Falls Outlet
Real Fruit Bubble Tea – Ottawa Outlet & Niagara Falls Outlet Food & Beverage Transform Real Fruit Bubble Tea into a visually compelling, globally accessible tea destination within the fast-paced outlet retail environment. Type of Work Interior Design Client Real Fruit Bubble Tea Year 2021 Website www.realfruitbubbletea.com For Real Fruit Bubble Tea’s Ottawa and Niagara outlet stores, CGICA reimagined the brand’s identity in the context of outlet retail culture — where consumer decisions are quick, global foot traffic is diverse, and product presentation must double as experience. Through bold graphics, wood materiality, and a “fresh fruit market” visual language, we delivered two retail spaces that echo the Real Fruit promise: freshness, transparency, and the joy of treating yourself. With influences from Andy Warhol’s pop-art to street market displays, these outlets transform tea into a commodity of delight and culture. Front-facing product wall, rear cut-out graphics wall, integrated seating, and modular fruit crate shelving. Shoppers engage with the brand through visual storytelling, real fruit displays, and a sense of global cultural inclusion. Signature wooden crates stacked like a fresh market meet Andy Warhol-inspired pop repetition, blending retail rhythm with artistic statement. The rear wall features layered, cut-out “茶” typography in multiple languages, symbolizing the cultural diversity of both customers and the brand. At the entrance, a repeated display of the signature Mango Diamond Slush creates a visually rhythmic welcome and instant brand recognition. Previous ProjectNext Project Explore Other Projects All Posts Food & Beverage Hi Yogurt – Interior Design Nan Xiang Express – Website Design Aly’s Pizza – Mascot Design
Hi Yogurt – Interior Design
Hi Yogurt – Interior Design Food & Beverage Reinforce Hi Yogurt’s farm-fresh, handcrafted positioning with a natural wood and soft palette retail experience. Type of Work Interior Design Client Hi Yogurt Year 2021 Website www.iyogurt.com Hi Yogurt’s interiors immerse guests in a warm, natural atmosphere — where handcrafted Canadian yogurt meets timeless design. CGICA combined premium local dairy storytelling with clean wooden finishes and the brand’s fluffy pastel palette. Along with carefully curated seating nooks and a visible prep counter, the space embodies the brand’s farm-to-cup sincerity, reinforcing “naturally handcrafted” as both a product quality and a spatial feeling A compact kiosk design with prep counter, casual seating, and clear product display within a 12×12 ft footprint Customers feel welcomed by raw wood textures and soft pastel tones — a comfortable backdrop to enjoy pure, handcrafted yogurt. Raw wood counters and shelving paired with Hi Yogurt’s signature pastel mint and blush evoke calmness and purity. An open counter highlights yogurt-crafted process — connecting product freshness with visible craftsmanship. Built-in bench seating with soft cushions offers intimate spots for solo treats or friendly conversations. Previous ProjectNext Project Explore Other Projects All Posts Advertising & Media Art & Culture Articles Articles-cn Auto Mobile Beauty & Spa Construction & Reno Corporate E-Commerce Education Electronic Products Energy Entertainment Event & Show Fashion Financial & Investment Food & Beverage Global Enterprises Grocery & Retail Health & Medication Home & Deco Immigration & Student Service Legal Services Living Service Organization Pets Photo/Video Professional Real Estate Restaurant Sports & Fitness Supply Chain Uncategorized Web & Technology Fushi Co – Interior Designer Aly’s Pizza – Interior Design Blue Claw – Interior Design
Nan Xiang Express – Website Design
Nan Xiang Express – Website Design Food & Beverage Type of Work Branding & Website Design Client Nan Xiang Express Year 2021 Website www.nanxiangexpress.com Nan Xiang Express is a modern fast-casual offshoot of the renowned Nan Xiang Xiao Long Bao brand, making authentic Shanghainese cuisine accessible to a new generation of diners. With a focus on speed, convenience, and quality, the brand bridges tradition with the contemporary urban lifestyle. Our mandate was to translate this concept into a fresh brand identity and a high-functioning website, establishing a digital presence that delivers both emotional connection and operational efficiency. The challenge was to maintain the legacy and craftsmanship of the Nan Xiang name while creating a distinct identity for the Express format. Our research showed that young consumers look for trust, visual appeal, and frictionless online experiences—especially for takeout and mobile ordering. Visual Identity: We simplified the original brand into a clean, bold system, balancing tradition and speed. The use of bright red and warm beige communicates both appetite and heritage. Typography & Graphics: A geometric yet friendly Chinese-English typographic system was developed to convey approachability and authenticity. Website Experience: The new site is mobile-first, featuring backend-editable modules such as: Online Menu (with photos and categories) Location Finder Order Integration Brand Story & Careers Previous ProjectNext Project Explore Other Projects All Posts Advertising & Media Art & Culture Articles Articles-cn Auto Mobile Beauty & Spa Construction & Reno Corporate E-Commerce Education Electronic Products Energy Entertainment Event & Show Fashion Financial & Investment Food & Beverage Global Enterprises Grocery & Retail Health & Medication Home & Deco Immigration & Student Service Legal Services Living Service Organization Pets Photo/Video Professional Real Estate Restaurant Sports & Fitness Supply Chain Uncategorized Web & Technology % Arabica Coffee – Website Water Taverna & Ristorante – Website imPerfect – Website
Aly’s Pizza – Mascot Design
Aly’s Pizza – Mascot Design Food & Beverage Create a friendly, emotionally resonant mascot that visually embodies Aly’s Pizza’s comforting presence. Type of Work Mascot Design Client Aly’s Pizza Year 2025 Website N/A To further humanize the emotional core of Aly’s Pizza — a brand rooted in warmth, comfort, and halal pride — we created the mascot “Aly.” Inspired by the founder’s daughter and the brand’s namesake, Aly is a bright, caring, and ever-present character who brings the spirit of comfort food to life. Whether you’re grabbing a slice at 2 AM or sharing dinner with friends, Aly is always there with a smile. As a living embodiment of the slogan “Everyone has an Aly,” the mascot becomes a visual anchor across packaging, social media, and in-store storytelling. Aly is a cheerful, caring girl with a twinkle in her eyes — always ready to share, support, and smile. Inspired by the founder’s daughter, Aly becomes a symbol of comfort, community, and personal connection. Aly’s 3D version combines soft lines, warm tones, and night-friendly glow details — a visual hug from your neighbourhood pizzeria. Previous ProjectNext Project Explore Other Projects All Posts Advertising & Media Art & Culture Articles Articles-cn Auto Mobile Beauty & Spa Construction & Reno Corporate E-Commerce Education Electronic Products Energy Entertainment Event & Show Fashion Financial & Investment Food & Beverage Global Enterprises Grocery & Retail Health & Medication Home & Deco Immigration & Student Service Legal Services Living Service Organization Pets Photo/Video Professional Real Estate Restaurant Sports & Fitness Supply Chain Uncategorized Web & Technology Old Xian’s Food – Mascot Design 7 Baker – Mascot Design
Vero
Vero Food & Beverage Type of Work Brand Strategy / Visual Identity / Brand Communication Client Vero Italian Sandwich Year 2024 Website N/A Vero Italian Sandwich is a fast-casual dining brand bringing authentic Italian flavours to the North American street food scene. “Vero,” meaning “real” in Italian, represents the brand’s uncompromising commitment to honest ingredients, bold taste, and genuine experiences. With a crisp red-white-green colour palette that reflects the Italian flag and a clean, modern logo that embodies confidence and approachability, the brand delivers a youthful, energetic presence. Vero stands for authenticity without pretence — a real sandwich, done the real Italian way. Build a bold, youthful brand identity that celebrates Italian authenticity through colour, typography, and messaging. Vero Italian Sandwich delivers bold, real Italian flavours in a modern, fast-casual format for a new generation of food lovers. Make “VERO” the new bold — showcase authentic Italian street food with unapologetic flavour and flair. “Be Vero” — From flavour to design, everything speaks with clarity, colour, and confidence. Previous ProjectNext Project Explore Other Projects All Posts Food & Beverage Miss Qu BBQ Aly’s Pizza Jack Lu
Miss Qu BBQ
Miss Qu BBQ Food & Beverage Type of Work Brand Strategy / Brand Identity / Naming / Visual System / Brand Storytelling Client Miss Qu BBQ Year 2025 Website N/A Miss Qu BBQ is a Chinese BBQ Bistro blending authentic Northeastern Chinese skewers with “Jianghu-style” hearty dishes and the vibrant social energy of a smoky, cozy tavern. Positioned as a challenger brand in the BBQ scene of Toronto, Miss Qu offers more than food—it brings connection, heat, and personality. CGICA created a full branding system—from strategic positioning and naming, to logo, brand voice, and visual identity system. Inspired by Chinese martial arts heroines and smoky streetside gatherings, the brand is bold, humorous, and full of life. Connect Everything, Create the Warmest Jianghu. From skewers to stories, Miss Qu BBQ isn’t just about food—it’s about people, relationships, and shared warmth in a fiery, flavourful space. The brand identity combines bold calligraphic typography, hand-drawn illustrations, witty taglines, and character-driven storytelling. Each visual element reflects the owner’s spirit: generous, unpretentious, and full of loyalty and laughter. Previous ProjectNext Project Explore Other Projects All Posts Food & Beverage Aly’s Pizza Jack Lu Fushi Co.
Aly’s Pizza
Aly’s Pizza Food & Beverage Type of Work Rebranding / Brand Strategy / Naming / Visual Identity / Messaging Client Aly’s Pizza Year 2024 Website N/A Originally known as Late Night Pizza by Aly, the brand was beloved for its 100% halal offerings and South Asian-inspired flavours. However, as the business grew, it faced a limiting perception: that it only operated late at night. To break this boundary and become a more scalable, recognizable, and emotionally resonant brand, CGICA led a complete rebranding—renaming it Aly’s Pizza, repositioning it as GTA’s go-to halal comfort food, and developing a bold new identity system. The new name reflects deeper emotional roots (named after the founder’s daughter), while paving the way for brand expansion and lifestyle storytelling. “Everyone has an Aly.” Aly’s Pizza isn’t just about pizza. It’s about comfort, connection, and being there when others aren’t. Whether it’s 2 AM or family night, Aly’s is always here for you. The new identity balances emotional storytelling with bold halal pride. Clean typography, a warm red-gold palette, and night-friendly iconography help make Aly’s recognizable across digital and physical platforms. Visuals convey freshness, warmth, and a neighbourhood presence—no matter the hour. Previous ProjectNext Project Explore Other Projects All Posts Food & Beverage Nan Xiang Express – Website Design Aly’s Pizza – Mascot Design Vero