SGN #51

35 min.

Bruna Zanella: design with purpose, identity and visual strategy

Design, branding, calligraphy and artificial intelligence. Bruna Xanella guides us through the balance between essence, city and creativity.
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About the episode

In this episode of Signolia, we explore with Bruna Xanella the universe of design, branding with identity and the importance of preserving the visual legacy in urban environments. We talked about their transition from personal brand to studio, projects that connect from the emotional to the technical, and the impact of artificial intelligence on creativity. From century-old wineries to neighbourhood shops, Bruna shows us how every sign, every graphic decision, tells a story. We also reflected on the need to protect urban visual heritage and the way in which cities communicate with their letters. An episode for lovers of design, graphic culture and communication with soul.

Episode Summary

0:00

Introduction and introduction of the guest
Presentation by Bruna Xanella, graphic designer, creative director and professor at IE.

1:00

From architecture to graphic design
Bruna's training journey from Brazil to Spain, her time at the IED and her professional evolution.

3:00

Strategic branding with soul
How he fuses creativity and management in his design studio, and his focus on delivering value and consistency.

4:53

Projects with identity: century-old winery and local commerce
Story of two success stories: a historic winery and a small business. Emotional design, calligraphy and storytelling

9:42

Urban design and visual responsibility
Importance of design in cities and its responsibility when communicating in public space.

12:15

Iconic cities by design
Visual analysis of New York, Tokyo and Osaka from the perspective of signs and urban identity.

16:07

Differentiation, copy and trends in branding
Reflection on homogeneous design, minimalism and the rise of the craft and artisan style

22:00

Conservation of graphic heritage
We talk about the work of Paco Graco and the importance of preserving signs and visual memory.

27:16

Artificial intelligence in design
Bruna's opinion on the use of AI as a complementary tool, without losing human judgment.

31:49

Recommendations for designers
Urban observation tips, exhibitions, books and exercises for inspiration.

34:40

Closing and farewell
Acknowledgements and closing of the episode.

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