Rabble

Creating a standout venue in a city as popular as Edinburgh is no mean feat, so when we were asked to deliver the visual identity for a new bar and restaurant with rooms, we knew it had to have real impact.

The client had a concept for a premium taproom and grill that would appeal to local city slickers and tourists alike. They also suggested the name Rabble to shake up the stuffy stereotypes of Edinburgh’s New Town.

Taking a cue from the name, we created a playful yet considered identity that uses typography to dramatic effect. The unique letterforms are interchangeable in scale, width and weight giving the identity and supporting materials for the venue a more eclectic feel in application.

A supporting suite of shifting patterns added visual energy to the palette. These were applied across the board on everything from menus and notebooks to packaging for a bespoke range of in-room cosmetics.

This identity feeds neatly into the Rabble website itself, which features commissioned photography of the venue, while integrated table and hotel room booking functionality add some substance to all the style.