Brand Platform Rollout | Identity & Guidelines
Translated the “Rest Easy” brand platform into a comprehensive identity system to enable consistent application across the business.
Role
Head of Studio | Creative Operations Lead
Led development and rollout of brand identity frameworks, guidelines and adoption across teams and partners.
Challenge
The launch of the “Rest Easy” platform required a complete evolution of Premier Inn’s visual identity and tone of voice, with no unified system to support consistent application across channels and teams.
Approach
Developed a structured brand identity framework to define and standardise how the brand is expressed, covering:
• visual identity principles and design systems
• tone of voice and messaging architecture
• typography, colour and photographic direction
• guidance for multi-channel application
Delivery
• Created a comprehensive brand guidelines system aligned to the new platform
• Defined core identity components including typography, colour, imagery and tone of voice
• Developed practical guidance for use across campaigns, digital and operational environments
• Enabled teams and agencies to apply the brand consistently across touchpoints
Impact
Established a clear and unified brand identity following the repositioning.
• Improved consistency and clarity across all brand communications
• Enabled scalable application across campaigns and environments
• Strengthened understanding of brand purpose, personality and expression across the business
Premier Inn Brand Guidelines System
Structured framework enabling consistent rollout of the Rest Easy platform.
Brand Strategy Framework
Rest Easy translated into a clear brand and experience model.
Identity Construction System
Defined logo relationships, spacing and alignment rules.
Core Typography System
Defined type hierarchy for clarity and consistency across communications.
Messaging Hierarchy Framework
Structured approach to headlines, supporting copy and calls to action.
Practical Application Guidance
Real-world layouts demonstrating consistent brand application.