Melissa Allen Design

Zuckerman Spaeder holiday card set

2012-01-19T11:27:00.000-08:00

We designed and developed this whimsical holiday card for both print and web. The ecard animation works on iPhones, iPads and Androids as well. Please view the ecard here.

printed card

ecard

More Real

2011-10-15T12:04:00.001-07:00

Logo for an online book resource.

IPS Learning corporate website

2011-06-20T16:29:00.000-07:00

Home page, with 3 slide shows

NCRC School auction adbook

2011-02-16T09:57:00.000-08:00

Adbook design for the National Child Research Center (NCRC) Annual Tuition Assistance auction which typically raises $300,000.00.
click image to see it larger

Zuckerman Spaeder corporate branding

2011-02-16T09:53:00.000-08:00

Design system for new partner announcements. We created templates for both print and web.

Cleveland Park Citizen's Association

2010-12-31T08:43:00.000-08:00

This citizen's group wanted a friendly, accessible mark that reflected both the community spirit and the natural beauty of the area.

Zuckerman Spaeder 35th celebration

2010-09-14T10:33:00.000-07:00

Event branding for this well known DC law firm.

event logo

give-away: a reusable bag

eblast

SHEA conference logo

2010-02-16T12:19:00.000-08:00

This non-profit of infectious disease professionals needed a logo for their annual conference.

Renee Michelle brochure

2010-02-15T12:12:00.000-08:00

Photographer Renee Ziegler wanted a brochure showcasing her work. She takes a photojournalistic approach to capturing life's special moments. She has also been featured in the Best of the Knot and Bride & Groom magazine.

Logo system for Genetic Alliance conference

2010-01-28T08:36:00.000-08:00

Zuckerman Spaeder Pro Bono Matters newsletter

2010-01-05T11:48:00.001-08:00

Genetic Alliance annual report 08

2009-10-04T13:14:00.000-07:00

This non-profit wanted a clean, straightforward design that made clear all of their accomplishments though out the year.

Identity for Zest American Bistro

2009-07-01T23:07:00.000-07:00

Newly opened in Capitol Hill, the menu is fresh, and the atmosphere friendly. The twist is that this hip bistro will be great with kids (hence the "family" of silverware).
logo

Business card

awning

website

Wilkinson Search Solutions

2009-06-17T18:32:00.000-07:00

Logo and business card for an executive search firm. They needed something fresh, but also something that felt credible in this very traditional, "it's who you know" market.

Alison Rooney identity

2009-05-01T10:50:00.000-07:00

Logo and look for a communications firm in Philadelphia.

Genetic Counseling brochure

2009-03-18T08:46:00.000-07:00

A brochure helping people to prepare for genetic consultation.
Cover

Inside Spreads

Website for consulting company

2009-03-05T18:53:00.001-08:00

Currently finishing this up.

Logo for architect

2009-03-04T13:20:00.000-08:00

This firm specializes in modern, purposeful designs.

APIC conference collateral

2009-02-04T13:14:00.000-08:00

Conference logo for an international decennial conference on infectious disease prevention. Collateral includes postcard, e-blast, bookmark and program.

CBSET media kit

2009-01-21T11:14:00.001-08:00

Folder and brochure media kit for CBSET, a research nonprofit.

Andrea's Beau website

2008-12-10T08:09:00.001-08:00

Currently in production, we wanted a simple, clean website that shows off the beautiful products. The client has since added their own photography and changed the design of certain pages.

click here to view site.

Genetic Alliance conference 08

2008-12-10T07:22:00.000-08:00

Family Therapy magazine

2008-12-10T07:15:00.000-08:00

We re-designed the magazine and we layout each bi-monthly issue. we try to focus on typography and bold imagery.

University of Michigan brochure

2008-12-10T07:13:00.001-08:00

The University of Michigan needed an informational brochure on melanoma. They wanted a warm, inviting feel as opposed to a sterile clinical feel.

Holiday brochure

2008-11-28T10:14:00.000-08:00

The Center for the New American Dream needed a brochure designed to encourage trimming the excess consumerism for the holidays and instead focus on more meaningful things. See the fully designed brochure here.

cover

inside spreads

New Dream- RPN logo and collateral

2008-11-28T10:09:00.000-08:00

The Center for the New American Dream needed a logo for their Responsible Purchasing Network. They needed something that felt a bit corporate, but still had a casual-enough feel to reflect the spirit of the organization.
logo, notecard and letterhead

membership brochure

Robbins-Gioia marketing brochures

2008-11-28T10:05:00.000-08:00

We created a template for their marketing brochures which are easily customizable for each department.
sample covers

Robbins-Gioia invitations

2008-11-28T09:32:00.000-08:00

Holiday Gala

Summer party

GINA logo and brochure cover

2008-09-30T11:16:00.000-07:00

Identity for GINA, the Genetic Information and Nondiscrimination Act. Congress passed the law this summer.

logo + brochure cover

Illuminex website

2008-09-03T10:21:00.000-07:00

Concept for a nanotech firm, we are currently working on this.

SRA International 07 conference

2008-09-03T10:15:00.000-07:00

The conference team wanted the logo to reflect the fun and flavor of the host city.

Family Health History guides

2008-08-05T15:53:00.000-07:00

The Family Health History guides are designed to make information about genetic diseases accessible to the public. The project was done in conjunction with the US Department of Health and Human services

book covers

book 1

book 2

Center for the New American Dream-identity

2008-08-05T15:43:00.000-07:00

We designed some organizational identity including media kit, web headers, credit card buddies and online annual report.

media kit

online annual report

Genetic Alliance folder/media kit

2008-08-05T15:24:00.000-07:00

Genetic alliance needed a sharp and functional case for their plethora of collateral. We designed a folder that would accommodate all shapes and sizes of information.

media kit
informational brochure

e-newsletter

National Breast Cancer Coalition Fund (NBCCF) conference 07

2008-08-05T14:24:00.000-07:00

We designed the branding and collateral for the annual 07 conference. Pieces included conference brochures, postcards, and an e-blast. The design centered around a quote we found which spoke to the organization's mission.

conference programs & save-the-date postcard

National Breast Cancer Coalition Fund (NBCCF) conference 06

2008-08-05T14:21:00.000-07:00

We developed the branding and collateral for the annual conference. Pieces included the conference programs, postcards, DVD packaging, signage and email blast.

conference programs

with DVD packaging

Understanding Genetics

2008-08-05T14:19:00.000-07:00

Regional information books done for the Genetic Alliance and health department. These books are resources for genetic counselors, advocates and health care workers.

Understanding Genetics books

Genetic Alliance - scholarly publications

2008-08-05T14:15:00.000-07:00

We designed a template for the Genetic Alliance academic studies and papers. This includes type choice, colors and formatting.

sample of publications

Genetic Alliance conference 09

2008-08-04T06:28:00.000-07:00

Logo for next year's conference. More stuff to follow.

conference logo

conference program

Love Property

2008-07-30T09:20:00.001-07:00

We designed the logo for this online real estate resource. The client wanted a fresh, young feel.

logo

University of Wales, Cardiff (UWIC)

2008-07-30T09:06:00.000-07:00

Designed the new student prospectus for the overseas programs.

prospectus

SRA e-blast templates

2008-07-30T09:02:00.001-07:00

We developed and designed several templates for SRA International (society of research administrators). The templates are used for announcements, call for papers etc. from various departments.

e-blast templates

Bea Studio

2008-07-30T08:41:00.000-07:00

Logo and website for Philadelphia-based installation and mosaic artist.

logo

website

Rhapsody Candles-product identity and labels

2008-07-30T06:07:00.000-07:00

Product labels for rhapsody candles' various lines. Included are the herbal collection hang-tags and the Tuscan collection wrap labels which were hand illustrated.

herbal hang-tags

tuscan wrap labels, hand illustrated

The Designer Zoo

2008-07-29T12:00:00.000-07:00

This Danish retailer needed a site that was as adorable and fun as their products. The image on the homepage refreshes evertime to visit. The client has since made major edits to the design.

retail website

Scott Reid

2008-07-29T11:57:00.000-07:00

Scott Reid, a Philadelphia-based defense attorney, needed a simple and credible website. We designed a site that make his information accessible and easy to read. Click the image to visit.

website

Center for the New American Dream-C3 campaign

2008-07-29T11:52:00.001-07:00

We designed some fun collateral for the Carbon Conscious Consumer campaign.

collateral

Center for the New American Dream-websites

2008-07-29T11:31:00.000-07:00

New Dream developed two new sites dedicated to conscious consumerism and consumer education. We designed both of them. Click here to visit the alternative gift registry, the client had made small edits. The conscious consumerism is not live yet.

alternative gift registry website

conscious consumer marketplace (not live yet)

Cleveland Park Historical Society

2008-07-29T11:25:00.001-07:00

The historical society wanted a site that reflected the charm and feel of the neighborhood. We used original architectural drawings, sophisticated typography and a Victorian color palette.Visit the site here.

website

Teldatus

2008-07-29T11:19:00.000-07:00

Corporate website for these tech geeks. They wanted something sophisticated and not gamer-ish. Visit the site here.

corporate website

National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA)

2008-07-29T10:49:00.000-07:00

We developed the logo for this grand celebration held at the Ronald Reagan library. Items included the gala program, invitations, e-blast, menu and tickets.

gala program and menu

invitation

e-blast

Tasika

2008-07-29T10:47:00.000-07:00

A logo and stationery set for this high-end wine importer.

logo & stationary set

Mark Fisher

2008-07-29T10:45:00.000-07:00

We developed a cheeky logo to for a cheeky copywriter.

logo & business card

IREX

2008-07-29T10:42:00.000-07:00

We developed one-page templates for IREX's different programs.

collateral templates

Eric Munn

2008-07-29T10:40:00.000-07:00

A brochure for the glass and metal artist Eric Munn.

brochure / catalog

Robbins-Gioia

2008-07-29T10:30:00.000-07:00

We created new logo for the 30 year old project management consultancy. We also made sense of their plethora of services by developing an iconic labelling system and marketing kit.

logo & business card

service icons

marketing kit

marketing kit

Ludwig Design & Production

2008-07-29T10:08:00.000-07:00

Logo and stationery set for a metal artist. Ludwig design makes custon tables, chairs, lamps and sculpture.

Logo & stationary

Genetic Alliance annual conference & gala 2007

2008-07-29T09:42:00.001-07:00

Design items included conference logo, letterhead, conference program, save-the-date postcard, tickets and signage.

conference program, postcard, gala program & invitation

Genetic Alliance annual conference 2006

2008-07-29T09:35:00.000-07:00

Design items included conference logo, letterhead, conference program, save-the-date postcard, tickets and signage.

logo, letterhead & program

Genetic Alliance gala 2006

2008-07-29T09:27:00.000-07:00

The Gala was a black tie evening during the Genetic Alliance annual conference. We wanted to keep within the conference branding, but of course signal the elegance and celebration that was specific to the night. Design elements included the invitation, program, tickets and save-the-date postcard.

invitation

program

National Recycling Coalition (NRC)

2008-07-29T09:22:00.000-07:00

We wanted t break free of the green, "crunchy" feel of the typical recycling collteral. The coalition wanted an annual report that felt modern and forward thinking. We chose detailed shots of paper, bottles etc and an unsuspected color palette.

annual report

National Breast Cancer Coalition Fund (NBCCF)

2008-07-29T07:57:00.000-07:00

We branded their collateral and developed a bold, vibrant color palette. The look needed to reflect the power and accomplishments of an organization that has lobbied and won funding for breast cancer treatment and research. This includes their membership brochure, newsletter and annual report.

membership brochure

newsletter

annual report

annual report

e-newsletter

Rhaposdy Candles

2008-07-29T07:42:00.001-07:00

We re-branded this independent candle retailer. This included a new logo, an updated photographic style, re-designed product catalog, new product labels and packaging and development of new products. We also designed their website, but it has since been edited and changed by the client.

logo

product brochure / catalog

product brochure / catalog

product packaging

product packaging w/hand illustrated labels

website

Lotus Children

2008-07-29T07:26:00.000-07:00

Lotus children is a yoga clothing line for babies and kids. We developed the logo, clothing graphics and website.
logo & business card

clothing graphics

website