The end of an era…Lets have a re-Branded!
Posted Saturday, June 6th, 2009So, Branded07 has been around since 2007, boy has it only been 2 years?! Since its launch I have experienced an incredible uptake of interest in my site and work (Mainly about the Puffins!). I have really enjoyed reading people’s posted comments about my work, good and bad. It has been an honour being published alongside some fantastic artists in so many design galleries, such as Best Web Gallery, CSS Remix and CSS Beauty to name but a couple. It has been a brilliant experience developing and running this site, and I seem to have gathered some awesome followers along the way!
But all good things must come to an end…
So, in light of the recent times and economic downturn I have decided to say…Sod all that! Lets make things better!
I am writing this post to inform my readers that change is coming for Branded07 and I need your help! Over the coming months I am going to be carrying out a full re-Brand(ed) of Branded07.
So whats in store?
A new name will be born, Branded07 was developed out of nothing really and there is no story behind it, I now have a story! And even though I, Rob Palmer have become known for Branded07 I feel it is reaching its final days. I will be designing a whole new and improved look to the site with a less traditional, more intriguing site layout and OK, I ‘may’ keep the Puffins!
What I would like from you…
I would like to use this post as a tool to collect a group people who would like to be kept ‘in the loop’ and up to date on all the re-design steps. You will get the chance to offer feedback and comments on all the new design elements, and I am also planning on running a couple of questionnaires to gather some insight into my specific quandaries! So if you would like to help a guy out, simply write a comment in the comments section on this blog post with your email address and I will add you all to a mailing list.
It is exciting times and I am really looking forward to starting on this. Branded07 will still be running as functionally as ever up until the date of switch over, so keep your eyes peeled and I look forward to hearing your thoughts!
Posted Friday, Oct 16th, 09
June 6th, 2009 at 11:28 am
Exciting news… can’t wait to see what you’ve got in store!
June 6th, 2009 at 1:27 pm
Sounds good! All your work is very professional, I look forward to seeing more about your design process
Good luck!
June 6th, 2009 at 1:51 pm
I’m looking foward to it
June 6th, 2009 at 2:18 pm
Hm… I personally enjoy viewing this layout a lot but I guess changes do need to come. I like to be in the mailing list also – it’s always interesting to see how other web designers manage a complete re-brand. I’m looking forward to it and good luck!
June 6th, 2009 at 4:18 pm
sweetness !!
June 6th, 2009 at 5:42 pm
I’ll get my shotgun – its puffin hunting season.
June 7th, 2009 at 10:26 pm
Count me in!
June 8th, 2009 at 5:17 pm
Me too!
June 8th, 2009 at 9:09 pm
Looking forward to the new look.
June 10th, 2009 at 6:27 pm
How about posting some ideas here of a route your gonna go down
June 10th, 2009 at 6:43 pm
I am not sure how it could get more Epic than this, but I look forward to it
June 10th, 2009 at 7:35 pm
Good luck with the new design! Of course, with Puffins!
June 11th, 2009 at 6:52 am
No man lose the puffins… use the cat in photoshop playground it’ll give you more of a challenge drawing it in different positions.
June 11th, 2009 at 9:07 am
Count me in! You inspired me to continue developing my website with this design and layout but I’m sure I will be more inspired when I see the new one.
Thanks and goodluck man!
June 11th, 2009 at 5:35 pm
Not sure if my feedback would really help but would like to keep in the loop.
June 12th, 2009 at 12:38 pm
Rob, I hope your serious about a redesign, I remember how long it took you to get this site up… how redesigns was it, 6 or 7? I know I’m just as bad.
June 12th, 2009 at 7:27 pm
Can’t wait to see what you come up with Rob
June 14th, 2009 at 9:29 pm
I’d love to be kept in the loop. Sign me up
Congrats on outgrowing your digs here. I’m in a similar situation and wouldn’t mind bouncing ideas and thoughts back and forth if you want to / need to.
June 18th, 2009 at 2:31 pm
I’m sure you’ll have my email address kicking about…
Can’t believe the site’s been up for two years. In the fast-paced world of the Internet, it’s an achievement to still have a site that, after that time, still looks fresh and modern and above all: unique. So congratulations on that front!
June 18th, 2009 at 8:29 pm
@All: Thanks so far for all your comments. Going to be progressing over the next few weeks with preliminary ideas so stay tuned and you guys will be the first to know my plans!
@Martin: Hehe, yeah I will dig it out!
Branded07 has been around for a couple of years but this version of the site has actually been live since Nov 08.
I do love this site, it has been a major part of my life for the past year or so, and I am really chuffed with how it ‘eventually’ turned out. @Paul it was actually 11 re-designs!
June 19th, 2009 at 6:02 pm
Hi Rob!! surprisingly going to redesign the site, I love this style but I am sure that the next design will be even better you are pure inspiration, my English is not very good but I wish if you can still join the group
I will see as this design can be overcome but you don’t remove the Puffins they are unique
Good luck with the new design!
June 19th, 2009 at 9:46 pm
Hello Rob,
Add me to the list, I love your site, and I know you will keep pushing the boundaries with your new look.
June 20th, 2009 at 3:51 am
Hey, Great Site
I wanna be on the list too !
June 21st, 2009 at 8:21 pm
Fab site! Looking forward to seeing the next phase
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June 22nd, 2009 at 7:40 am
Good work man; You are my inspiration.
June 22nd, 2009 at 9:03 pm
I want in
June 30th, 2009 at 12:24 pm
Fantastic! Love to see what’s next!
June 30th, 2009 at 1:55 pm
We too are undergoing a re-brand and website, would love to bounce ideas off each other!
July 1st, 2009 at 3:26 pm
Wow, a redesign? Of this snazzy mofo of a website? I can’t wait to see how you top this one, as I really do think it’s spot on. Will definitely be checking in every once in a while to see how things go. Great idea to ask the creative community for guidance too, that’s the kind of brainstorming / idea-bouncing I like!
July 3rd, 2009 at 7:50 pm
Ya if it’s not too late, I’d love to be ‘in the loop’ on this one – I’m very intrigued
Thanks
July 4th, 2009 at 12:24 pm
From someone also in the midst of a revamp too, the opportunity to hook up and swap thoughts gives food for thought. Onboard Rob, Ta!
July 6th, 2009 at 2:16 am
Hey Rob, you don’t know me from a bar of soap…but dude love your work. Please keep me in the loop.Later:)
July 9th, 2009 at 7:32 pm
I just came across this site and really liked what I saw. Will be very interested in seeing a “bigger and better” version. Any thoughts on the new name?
July 9th, 2009 at 7:38 pm
@ Tristan, I have had a few! Done some concept designs for the new name and logo so will be posting them out in the next couple of weeks! Stay tuned!
July 10th, 2009 at 12:15 am
Hey Rob… love this site and your work. Add me to that list if you haven’t finished yet.
July 16th, 2009 at 5:50 pm
Looking forward to it
July 19th, 2009 at 11:04 am
Hi Rob, we are excited to see what’s behind the curtain. If you need another hand for feedback, feel free to add me in the loop.
July 19th, 2009 at 6:59 pm
Hi Rob, would love to follow along with your progress – count me in.
July 21st, 2009 at 6:15 pm
Best of luck!
July 29th, 2009 at 5:20 am
looking forward to see it…Interesting, curious… :]
July 30th, 2009 at 5:16 am
I just came across the site–is it okay that I want to be on the in too?
I’ve been looking into creating a web portfolio of my own and I really like your site…from the aesthetic appeal to the ease with which I can navigate around…it’s great! This site’s definitely been bookmarked.
I’m looking forward to what you have in store for us
July 30th, 2009 at 10:38 am
Count me in!
August 8th, 2009 at 1:42 pm
nice and usefuly news thanks man…
August 21st, 2009 at 9:26 pm
I love the puffins. :’[
August 26th, 2009 at 4:45 pm
Hi Rob, looking forward to the new look! I’m with you – the old one is great but I love change. Getting ready for my own re-branding unveiling (still putting some final tweaks on it). Would love to bounce ideas off each other! Drop me a line if you want this lil ole Cowgirl’s opinion!
August 27th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
thanks for sharing…
September 3rd, 2009 at 9:40 pm
Great site. DO keep the puffins, if only to spice up a page now and then. Love your artwork. Your styling posts have been valuable to me also. I have developed a nice system for web site software. I’m looking forward to your new design.
September 16th, 2009 at 7:24 pm
If you’re not going to use your current site design any longer, may I use it?
September 18th, 2009 at 1:02 pm
I would love to be involved in this. Your site was the inspiration to me to create my own site and push the boundries of what i was capable of.
Looking forward to seeing what you come up with.
October 5th, 2009 at 10:02 pm
I would love to be involved in this. Your site was the inspiration to me to create my own site and push the boundries of what i was capable of.
Looking forward to seeing what you come up with.
October 22nd, 2009 at 12:34 pm
thanks for sharing. I bookmarked this post
November 6th, 2009 at 5:51 am
I came across your site when researching portfolios for my Interface Design class. Your work inspires me!! I refer to your site all the time now. I will be sad when I can’t access branded07 any longer, but I can’t wait to see what’s coming!
November 20th, 2009 at 9:40 pm
just found your website when trying to get inspired for my own portfolio and I really like what you have got going here. Love the puffins, yours are just as cute as they are in real life
January 27th, 2010 at 2:36 pm
Love your work. Do you freelance on agency led projects?
M
January 31st, 2010 at 8:19 pm
Put me on the list!
February 25th, 2010 at 7:01 pm
Hey,
Loving the site. Very colourful and engaging. Would like to see what your new efforts bring. Drop us a line when throwing your ideas around. Would love to see them…