A brand studio in Accra and Toronto. We find what makes you worth choosing, then design around it.
Trusted since 2018 by MTN GH, GT Bank, Stanbic Bank and 40+ more
Plate 1.1Koffee LoungeRestaurant, Accra, Ghana
The question we askedWhat do people already love about you?
A well-known Accra restaurant had gone quiet. We rebuilt the brand around what customers already loved, then ran its social media for two years.
Plate 1.2Codetrain AfricaCoding school, Accra and Kumasi
The question we askedWhat actually makes you different?
90% of graduates got jobs, but the courses weren't selling. We built the brand on that truth, and the next class filled up.
Plate 1.3Blue CheeseGhanaian fusion dining
The question we askedWhat does a logo that stands out look like?
Chef Kiko asked for a logo that stands out. We made it, then carried it onto signs, packaging, menus and pop-up dinners.
Plate 1.4Zurii EyewearEyewear, Accra, Ghana
The question we askedWhy should anyone trust a cheaper pair of glasses?
Affordable glasses, designed by the founder. We built a brand people would trust in four weeks, then ran the online shop for six months.
Before anything is designed, we work out who you're for, what to say and how to sound.
Seen in Koffee Lounge, Codetrain, Blue Cheese
The look of your brand, built as a system your whole team can use every day.
Seen in Codetrain, Blue Cheese, Zurii
Your brand on the things people hold: packs, menus, posters and stationery.
Seen in Koffee Lounge, Blue Cheese, Zurii
Your brand online, from a website or shop to posts, photos and video.
Seen in Koffee Lounge, Zurii, Codetrain
We learn about your business, your customers and the real problem. Then we agree on what a good result looks like, in writing.
We design the brand in short rounds and check each one with you before moving on.
We test the direction with your real customers, fix what needs fixing, and hand over every file.
Plate 3.4
A clear goal, agreed in writing, before any design.
Our price ranges are public, so you know roughly what it costs before you write to us.
We test the direction with your real customers before anything is final.
One main contact from start to finish, with calls at times that suit you.
No jargon in meetings. Every decision written down.
You own every file when we're done. Nothing held back.
"I was admittedly skeptical when starting the project with this team. I wasn't sure my idea for the brand's experience would be captured effectively in this brand mark. I am thrilled by the process and the result. I can't stop smiling! Everyone loves it!"
"You have a gift. Everyone can talk, but not everyone can teach."
"I've gained a lot of knowledge and confidence through the lessons Mike has shared. My confidence has gained me new clients and social media traction."
Our name is how we work. Every project starts with an open mind, a lot of questions, and no fixed ideas. We used to do a bit of everything. Now we do one thing properly: brand identity. Originally from Ghana, working from Accra and Toronto since 2018.
Co-founder
Project Manager, Co-founder
Lead Product Designer
Can't find yours? Ask us directly.
Identity projects run $6,500 to $22,000. Most land around $12,000.
Not ready? A half-day Brand Clarity Session is $2,500, credited to any project booked within 30 days.
Developing country rates are available. Email mike@brainstormafrica.com.
Rush rates for speed, hush rates to keep the work off our channels.
Identity Foundation takes 4 weeks. Identity System takes 6 weeks. Brand Build takes 8 to 10 weeks. You get a schedule before we start.
Yes. We've worked with MTN GH and GT Bank, and with restaurants and first-time founders. The process is the same. Only the size changes.
Yes. We've worked this way since 2018. One contact, calls at times that suit you, every decision written down.
You do. We hand over every file. We may show the work in our portfolio, unless you ask us not to.
Your proposal lists how many rounds of changes are included. No surprises.
Before we design, we agree on a goal, like more sales or more sign-ups. Then we check the results together.
Tell us what you're working on. We reply within 48 hours with a price.
mike@brainstormafrica.comMike Lawson handles pricing and new work.
What happens after you write to us
Not ready for a full project? Start with a half-day Brand Clarity Session. The fee comes off any project you book within 30 days.