Hawai‘i School for Girls at La Pietra

In partnership with Ian Symmonds and Associates, Hawai‘i School for Girls at La Pietra, an independent college-preparatory school in Honolulu, was preparing to unveil a new strategic plan and saw an opportunity to evolve its brand alongside it. The goal was to create an identity that felt bold and forward-looking while still honoring the school’s deep connection to place, community, and the student journey. The existing brand no longer reflected the strength, energy, or vision of the institution.

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What We Created

The new identity was shaped around four defining traits: Courageous, Innovative, Impactful, and Purposeful. From there, I developed a mark inspired by Diamond Head, the surrounding ocean, and the campus archways, then extended that thinking into graphic forms, typography, and a refreshed color system rooted in both place and progress.

The result is a bold, cohesive identity that reflects the spirit and aspirations of Hawai‘i School for Girls at La Pietra. The new brand debuted alongside the school’s strategic plan publication and refreshed website, creating a unified visual language across print and digital platforms. Together, these pieces gave the school a stronger foundation for communicating its vision and confidently stepping into its next chapter.

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