Ascaso Creative Brief

Ascaso Espresso
Brand & Packaging Redesign

Crafting a rich, heritage-inspired identity that honors tradition while embracing modern espresso culture.

Background

Ascaso is a storied espresso machine brand rooted in Italian craftsmanship. The challenge was to refresh the brand and packaging to appeal to contemporary coffee lovers while honoring its artisanal legacy.

Ascaso espresso machine with warm lighting

Problem

The existing packaging lacked a clear emotional connection and didn’t effectively communicate the brand’s premium quality and heritage in a saturated market.

Old Ascaso packaging examples

Solution

We crafted a warm, earthy color palette with deep browns, brick reds, and cream tones. Elegant serif typography was paired with custom iconography inspired by espresso machine details, while packaging structure was refined for premium tactile quality.

New Ascaso packaging front view
New Ascaso packaging side view

Packaging Details

Packaging details include embossed logos, matte finishes, and subtle nods to espresso craftsmanship, ensuring every touchpoint feels premium and authentic.

Textures & Materials

Carefully selected materials and tactile finishes reinforce the brand’s narrative, combining sustainability with luxury to elevate the consumer experience.

Close-up of packaging detail and textures
The revitalized brand boosted Ascaso’s shelf presence and customer engagement, increasing retail interest by over 30%. It struck a balance between heritage authenticity and contemporary luxury, resonating deeply with coffee connoisseurs.

Moodboard & Process

Ascaso Espresso

Background

Ascaso is a storied espresso machine brand rooted in Italian craftsmanship. The challenge was to refresh the brand and packaging to appeal to contemporary coffee lovers while honoring its artisanal legacy.

Ascaso espresso machine with warm lighting

Problem

The existing packaging lacked a clear emotional connection and didn’t effectively communicate the brand’s premium quality and heritage in a saturated market.

Old Ascaso packaging examples

Solution

We crafted a warm, earthy color palette with deep browns, brick reds, and cream tones. Elegant serif typography was paired with custom iconography inspired by espresso machine details, while packaging structure was refined for premium tactile quality.

New Ascaso packaging front view

Packaging Details

Packaging details include embossed logos, matte finishes, and subtle nods to espresso craftsmanship, ensuring every touchpoint feels premium and authentic.

New Ascaso packaging side view

Textures & Materials

Carefully selected materials and tactile finishes reinforce the brand’s narrative, combining sustainability with luxury to elevate the consumer experience.

Close-up of packaging detail and textures

The revitalized brand boosted Ascaso’s shelf presence and customer engagement, increasing retail interest by over 30%. It struck a balance between heritage authenticity and contemporary luxury, resonating deeply with coffee connoisseurs.

Moodboard & Process