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25 Paul Street

25 Paul Street is a bar in the heart of Shoreditch, East London. Originally built as a townhouse over a century ago, the address once housed a leading bullion trader before evolving into a the playful and immersive venue it is today. We were briefed to create an extroverted but sophisticated brand identity that would help the venue communicate externally what it’s all about internally; extravagant nights that feed the soul, where everyone is welcome to join the party in their own unique way.  

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black Logo for 25 Paul St bar in Shoreditch on a red background
large ice cube featuring the logo for 25 Paul St, designed by Colt

Brand positioning for a bar in Shoreditch, one of London’s most competitive nightlife hubs, was a crucial element of this project. Defining the venue’s identity became the launchpad for the creative direction that followed. 25 is somewhere you can be you, even if being you means becoming someone else entirely. Our creative would invite guests to cross the threshold into a kaleidoscope of absolute freedom where staff and guests alike are liberated from the everyday and welcomed into a world of glamour, sophistication and what could be.

bar scene at night with a disco ball and intimate lighting
Blue logo on a lilac background with a black logo designed by Colt, bar branding specialists
branded matches featuring a striped pattern created as part of the brand identity for 25 Paul St bar by Shoreditch
two brightly coloured business cards featuring the brand identity designed by Colt for 25 Paul St bar
Dj in a crowd of people on the dancefloor at 25 Paul St, Shoreditch
Open menu with striped inside cover and lilac first page featuring the words 'Drink Me'
Outdoor advertising for 25 Paul St created as part of the branding identity by Colt
toilet cubicles in black and white tiles and brightly coloured tiles at 25 Paul St bar
two coasters, one featuring a black and white pattern and the other in red and the logo for 25 Paul St by Colt

Bold primary colours were selected to make a striking statement, inspired by the venue’s interior lighting and broader colour palette. These vibrant hues are contrasted by dynamic black-and-white patterns, drawing inspiration from Bridget Riley’s iconic artwork, while also referencing the venue’s unique projection mapping and the striking monochrome bathroom tiles. The striped logo further echoes these design elements, and its form is intentionally aligned with the archway of the exterior brickwork above the main entrance. This seamless integration of visual cues from both the interior and exterior creates a cohesive, immersive identity that reflects the venue’s bold character and dynamic atmosphere.

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