In a clinical laboratory, every result matters. Behind each number there is a patient waiting, a doctor deciding, a life that depends on precision.

Werfen, a global leader in in vitro diagnostics, entrusted us with creating from zero the brand for a groundbreaking quality control technology based on Bayesian methodology: a system that learns, predicts, and adapts. The challenge was not to explain the algorithm, but to transform one of the most complex innovations in diagnostics into something a technician could understand, trust, and, above all, perceive instantly.

The strategy: to stop explaining and start transforming. We evolved the narrative, moving from a communication grounded in technical expertise to a brand that doesn’t explain how it works, but shows what it makes possible. The name Astelia, derived from the Greek aster (star), evokes humanity’s oldest navigation system: stars and constellations. The tagline, “Predict the Unseen”, distils the promise into three words: foresight, confidence and control.

The visual identity translates this celestial narrative into a system that is both scientific and poetic: a refined aesthetic, a palette that balances precision and warmth, and a symbol inspired by orbital movement. Each element conveys the same idea: behind complexity, there is clarity. The result is a brand that does what the best technology should do: let you breathe. Astelia doesn’t ask lab technicians to learn a new language. It speaks theirs: more calmly, more clearly and with the confidence of someone who already knows what comes next.

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Stay sweet, stay Caramelo

Caramelo Hotels is a new adult-only hotel brand developed for Globales, the leading hotel chain in the Balearic Islands. Embracing the founding concept and positioning of the “sweet spot”, the brand is created for travelers seeking the perfect balance of quality and price, reimagining the Mediterranean hospitality with a unique mix of comfort, authenticity, and accessibility. The name is also inspired by this concept, as “Caramelo” (from Spanish – “estar a punto de caramelo”: to be at the optimal point or moment for the desired end) evokes warmth and sweetness, forming the basis for a vibrant and emotionally engaging identity. The visual and verbal identity blends Mediterranean vitality and wittiness with contemporary sophistication—through soft typography, rich colors, sensorial design, and a clever tone of voice.

From naming and strategy to identity, motion, and digital execution, every element was crafted to express a joyful, refined experience that feels both modern, authentic and unforgettable. “Stay sweet, stay Caramelo” captures the spirit of a brand designed and brought to life to welcome its guests in the Mediterranean sweetness.

Caramelo Hotels sets a new benchmark in hospitality, where thoughtful design and purposeful branding converge to deliver an experience that is both approachable and unforgettable.

Stay sweet, stay Caramelo.