ShinYi Handmade Dumplings
ShinYi Handmade Dumplings Restaurant Develop a brand identity that reflects ShinYi Handmade Dumplings’ dedication to authentic, natural, and handmade Chinese cuisine, emphasizing fresh ingredients and traditional culinary techniques. Type of Work Branding Design Client ShinYi Handmade Dumplings Year 2021 Website www.shinyidumplings.ca Located at 641 Yonge Street in Toronto, ShinYi Handmade Dumplings delivers a vibrant take on traditional Chinese comfort food. Specializing in freshly handmade dumplings, bento boxes, skewers, and dim sum, ShinYi uses only natural ingredients—no MSG, no additives, no artificial colours. The signature rainbow dumplings are naturally tinted with fruits and vegetables, offering not only nutrition but a feast for the eyes. The brand celebrates authentic culinary heritage with a modern twist, creating a warm, wholesome, and memorable experience for dumpling lovers. ShinYi Handmade Dumplings offers a genuine taste of traditional Chinese cuisine in Toronto, featuring handmade dumplings and other delicacies made from fresh, natural ingredients. Celebrate the authenticity and craftsmanship of traditional Chinese cuisine by providing a fresh, natural, and handmade dining experience that delights the senses. Design a vibrant and culturally rich visual identity that highlights ShinYi’s commitment to quality and authenticity. Incorporate elements that reflect the natural ingredients, the artistry of handmade dumplings, and traditional culinary heritage. Previous ProjectNext Project Explore Other Projects All Posts Restaurant Sweet Palette Gyubee 牛兵卫 Pearl Chinese Cuisine
Pearl Chinese Cuisine
Pearl Chinese Cuisine Restaurant Rebrand Pearl Chinese Cuisine with a modern, elegant identity system that highlights site-specific character and heritage. Type of Work Brand Strategy & Visual Identity Design Client Pearl Chinese Cuisine Year 2021 Website www.pearlyorkville.ca www.pearloakville.ca www.pearharbourfront.ca www.pearlbayview.ca Pearl Chinese Cuisine is a renowned brand of upscale Cantonese restaurants with four distinctive locations across the Greater Toronto Area. Each location reflects a unique visual identity inspired by the elegance of natural pearls—Pearl, Slate, Coral, and Ocean—symbolizing its distinct cultural and geographic character. CGICA developed a cohesive yet flexible brand system that integrates rich cultural textures, modern typography, and localized brand colours, successfully transforming Pearl into a refined, unified yet site-sensitive dining experience. A refined and culturally rooted Cantonese dining brand, reimagined for contemporary, site-sensitive luxury. Each Pearl is unique. Every location tells its own story with elegance and distinction. One brand, four expressions — a modular identity inspired by the singular beauty of pearls. Natural pearls—each unique, multi-tonal, and filled with timeless elegance. A clean, monogram-style mark inspired by the roundness and luster of pearls, paired with bilingual logotype. Site-specific colour schemes and textures extend into menus, uniforms, and print materials, enhancing each location’s atmosphere. Explore Other Projects All Posts Restaurant Jack Lu – Interior Design Fushi Co – Interior Designer Moon Palace
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
% Arabica Coffee – Website
% Arabica Coffee – Website Food & Beverage Type of Work Website Design Client % Arabica Coffee Year 2025 Website www.arabica.com % Arabica, founded in Kyoto by Kenneth Shoji in 2013, is a globally recognized specialty coffee brand celebrated for its minimal aesthetic, craftsmanship, and the philosophy “See the World Through Coffee.” Our mandate was to elevate its online presence through a refined, globally-resonant digital platform, ensuring brand consistency across international stores while accommodating local market needs.  Minimal Visual Language: The site mirrors flagship store environments — clean white backgrounds, soft lighting visuals, and sparse typography — creating a peaceful online sanctuary. Immersive Imagery: High-res photography of coffee bars, beans, and interior architecture evoke sensory familiarity aligning with physical outlets’ experience. Global Consistency & Local Clarity: Flexible site structure supports global branding while allowing localized store information and content updates (e.g., Toronto & Vancouver journalism, pop-ups). () Seamless Localization: The digital-first UX strategy integrates geo-aware features such as store locators, language toggles, and updates on regional openings (e.g. Union Station Toronto, Vancouver pop-ups). The enhanced website successfully reflects % Arabica’s refined aesthetic and global coffee culture identity. Post-launch performance showed improved session duration, increased engagement with store locators and content pages, and smoother access to geo-specific info. User reports highlight brand coherence across online and physical spaces.  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 Water Taverna & Ristorante – Website imPerfect – Website
Pumpcan
Pumpcan Food & Beverage Develop a brand identity that reflects Pumpcan Canadian Good’s dedication to high-quality, handmade pumpkin-stuffed pies, emphasizing their use of natural, local ingredients and their unique Canadian twist on a classic dessert. Type of Work Branding Design Client Pumpcan Canadian Good Year 2021 Website www.pumpcan.ca Pumpcan Canadian Good offers an innovative and authentically Canadian twist on the classic pumpkin pie. Their petit pumpkin-stuffed pies are handmade using all-natural, high-quality, local ingredients. Emphasizing tradition and quality, Pumpcan Canadian Good creates a unique and delightful culinary experience that celebrates the essence of Canadian flavors. Each pie is crafted with care, ensuring a rich and satisfying taste that brings a touch of home with every bite. Pumpcan Canadian Good offers an innovative take on pumpkin pie, featuring handmade, high-quality petit pumpkin-stuffed pies made from natural, local ingredients, celebrating Canadian culinary traditions. Combine tradition and innovation to create a unique Canadian culinary experience through high-quality, handmade pumpkin-stuffed pies that emphasize natural ingredients and authentic flavors. Design a warm and inviting visual identity that reflects Pumpcan Canadian Good’s commitment to quality and authenticity. Incorporate elements that highlight the handmade nature of the pies, the use of local ingredients, and the innovative twist on a classic dessert. The identity should resonate with customers seeking a unique, delicious, and authentically Canadian treat. Previous ProjectNext Project Explore Other Projects All Posts Food & Beverage Cocky Spicy Fried Chicken Dan Café Kobi Korean Street Food
Trensité
Trensité Food & Beverage Develop a brand identity that reflects Trensité Dairy’s commitment to high-quality, all-natural dairy products made from 100% Canadian milk, emphasizing purity, nutritional value, and versatility. Type of Work Branding Design Client Trensité Year 2021 Website trensitedairy.com Trensité Dairy is committed to providing high-quality, all-natural dairy products made from 100% Canadian milk. With a focus on preserving the natural nutrients and flavor of milk, Trensité Dairy offers a range of products including whole milk powder and skim milk powder, all free from growth hormones, preservatives, rBGH, and rBST. Their products are Non-GMO, Dairy Farmer Certified, and Kosher, ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety. Trensité Dairy aims to deliver a great tasting, rich, and creamy experience, making their milk powders ideal for various uses, from drinks and baking to smoothies and butter. Trensité Dairy offers premium, all-natural milk powders made from 100% Canadian milk, providing rich and creamy products that are versatile for various culinary uses and committed to the highest standards of quality and purity. Promote the natural goodness and versatility of Canadian dairy through high-quality milk powders that cater to health-conscious consumers seeking premium, all-natural products. Design a clean and wholesome visual identity that reflects Trensité Dairy’s dedication to purity, quality, and Canadian heritage. Incorporate elements that highlight the natural, Non-GMO, and Kosher-certified aspects of their products, ensuring the brand appeals to consumers looking for nutritious and versatile dairy options. Previous ProjectNext Project Explore Other Projects All Posts Food & Beverage Cocky Spicy Fried Chicken Dan Café Kobi Korean Street Food
Yu Moment 御茶菓
Yu Moment 御茶菓 Food & Beverage Develop a brand identity that reflects Yu Moment’s dedication to blending traditional Chinese dessert heritage with modern culinary innovation, emphasizing quality, artistry, and a sophisticated dessert experience. Type of Work Branding Design Client Yu Moment 御茶菓 Year 2021 Website yuseafood.com Yu Moment 御茶菓 is a distinguished new Chinese-style dessert brand introduced by the renowned Toronto-based restaurant Yu Seafood 渔膳房. Known for its innovative approach to traditional Chinese cuisine, Yu Seafood has expanded its culinary expertise to create a brand dedicated to exquisite tea-infused desserts and contemporary Chinese pastries. Yu Moment aims to blend the rich cultural heritage of Chinese desserts with modern culinary techniques, offering a unique and delightful experience for dessert lovers. Yu Moment 御茶菓 offers an exquisite selection of tea-infused desserts and contemporary Chinese pastries, combining traditional heritage with modern innovation for a unique culinary experience. Create a sophisticated dessert experience that celebrates Chinese cultural heritage and modern culinary artistry through high-quality, innovative tea-infused desserts and pastries. Design an elegant and culturally rich visual identity that reflects Yu Moment’s commitment to quality and innovation. Incorporate elements that highlight the traditional Chinese dessert heritage and the modern techniques used to create each exquisite treat. The identity should appeal to dessert enthusiasts seeking a refined and unique dessert experience in Toronto. Previous ProjectNext Project Explore Other Projects All Posts Food & Beverage Cocky Spicy Fried Chicken Dan Café Kobi Korean Street Food
UTOIMMIGRATION 优途安加
UTOIMMIGRATION 优途安加 Immigration & Student Service Develop a brand identity that distinguishes UTOIMMIGRATION as a dynamic, reliable, and professional immigration service provider, enhancing its appeal to a modern, youthful audience. Type of Work Branding Design Client UTOIMMIGRATION 优途安加 Year 2021 Website utoimmigration.com UTOIMMIGRATION 优途安加 is a leading immigration service provider under the UTOI Management Consulting Group. Established in 2012, UTOIMMIGRATION has evolved into one of Canada’s most trusted immigration firms, featuring a team of over 30 dedicated professionals, including immigration lawyers, paralegals, and licensed consultants. The company excels in various immigration services such as skilled worker and business immigration, family sponsorship, work and study permits, and citizenship applications. The rebranding aimed to create a more dynamic and youthful image that reflects the company’s professional and reliable nature while appealing to modern clients. UTOIMMIGRATION 优途安加 provides comprehensive and professional immigration services with a fresh and dynamic brand image, ensuring high success rates and customer satisfaction. Transform UTOIMMIGRATION into a modern and vibrant brand that stands out in the competitive immigration services market, while maintaining its reputation for reliability and professionalism. Design a visually appealing brand identity that incorporates vibrant colors and modern design elements, ensuring a cohesive and engaging brand experience across all touchpoints. Emphasize the company’s expertise and high success rates to build trust and appeal among potential clients. Previous ProjectNext Project Explore Other Projects All Posts Immigration & Student Service UTOI