• Category:Branding, Hospitality
  • Software:Figma, Illustrator, Photoshop
  • Service:Brand Identity, Brand Guidelines
  • Client:Palm of Buda (Owner: Sibusiso)
  • Date:2025

Palm of Buda

A new restaurant in Leondale owned by Sibusiso. We developed a bold, youth-driven identity that feels fresh, friendly, and unmistakably local. The system is built around a vibrant orange palette, a confident wordmark, and a playful mascot that makes the brand instantly memorable.

Concept behind the logo

  • “New kids on the block” : The smiling kid mascot (cap + cheeky grin) signals youthful energy and a fearless, start-up spirit—mirroring a young owner entering the market with confidence.
  • Name made literal : The open palm presenting a burger ties directly to the name Palm of Buda and the tagline “Comfort Food in Your Palm.” It’s hospitality you can hold.
  • Comfort & approachability : Rounded shapes, thick outlines, and a friendly expression create a warm, welcoming feel suited to comfort food.
  • High-impact visibility : Orange + black + white deliver maximum contrast on street signage, packaging, and social feeds—easy to spot, easy to remember.
  • Scalable & flexible : The mark works as: mascot + stacked wordmark (primary), wordmark only, or one-colour applications for embroidery, stickers, and stamps.

Colour palette

Primary: Brand Orange (hex to match your master brand)

Neutrals: Black and White for high-contrast type and outlines

Challenge

Launch a recognisable brand that feels vibrant and premium, but still approachable for the local community.

Solution

A mascot-led identity with a bold orange backdrop, stacked wordmark for tight spaces, and clear roll-outs for menus, packaging, signage, and social templates.

Final Result

A distinctive, street-ready identity that looks established from day one, communicates “fresh, friendly comfort food,” and is effortless to deploy across physical and digital touchpoints.