Make connection the starting point
Syna is a concept brand built around collaboration: independent people bringing their perspectives together to create something shared. The brief was to express that idea through a distinctive identity that feels confident in both digital and physical settings.
“Better, together.” provides the central message. The identity gives that message a visual form through a paired symbol, an understated wordmark and imagery of hands reaching towards one another.
Turn a shared idea into a symbol
The symbol is formed by two opposing geometric shapes. Their relationship creates a recognisable central space, making connection visible through the way the parts come together. It works as a compact signature and as a larger graphic element.
The lowercase wordmark adds a quieter, approachable counterpoint. Used together, the wordmark and symbol establish the brand; used independently, they give the system flexibility across different sizes and formats.
Keep enough clear space around the symbol to preserve its shape.
Use the wordmark for a direct introduction to the brand.
Let enlarged and cropped symbols create stronger graphic compositions.
Keep messages short and typography clear.
Balance human imagery with precise form
Electric violet is the identity’s main colour, supported by deep black and white. The palette allows a shift from atmospheric digital imagery to crisp printed applications without changing the brand’s character.
The reaching hands bring a human dimension to the geometric system. Violet light outlines their forms against a dark background, while the white symbol occupies the space between them. The image expresses the same idea as the mark: separate parts moving towards a shared connection.
On stationery, the identity becomes more restrained. Black and white surfaces carry the wordmark, practical information and the “Better, together.” message. Violet appears as a deliberate accent, while the enlarged symbol connects the individual pieces into a coherent family.
The layouts balance bold graphic areas with generous space. This gives the brand room to feel expressive on a cover and composed on a document, card or everyday piece of communication.
Give the brand a consistent foundation
Independent minds. Shared possibilities.
The identity concept includes the wordmark, symbol, colour palette, typographic direction, key visual and stationery applications. A shared set of placement and scaling rules connects the system across screen and print.
The outcome is a brand with a clear central idea and several ways to express it. The symbol provides recognition, the imagery adds emotion, and the typography keeps each message direct. Together, these elements give Syna a consistent voice as its communications grow.
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