Kinli brand campaign featuring a mobile app mockup and an illustration of people stargazing around a campfire.
Kinli brand campaign featuring a mobile app mockup and an illustration of people stargazing around a campfire.

Kinli

A living brand system built around the idea of a melting pot, where people, interests and cultures come together.

Kinli is a social community platform designed to empower local communities and foster meaningful human connection.

Brand Creation and Digital Experience

Brand Creation and Digital Experience

Scope

Scope

Visual Identity System
Iconography & Illustration
App Design
Campaign Design
Brand Applications
Merchandise

Visual Identity System
Iconography & Illustration
App Design
Campaign Design
Brand Applications
Merchandise

Brand mark

The Kinli logo is a human-centred geometric mark that embodies the brand’s purpose: creating warm, meaningful community through shared cultural experiences. Five circular nodes arranged within a soft pentagonal structure express individuality, equality and collective belonging. Paired with a soft, humanist lowercase wordmark, the identity feels approachable and distinctly human, reflecting the warmth and openness at the heart of Kinli.

Kinli logo with a blue wordmark and blue-and-yellow symbol, shown on light and coloured backgrounds.
Kinli logo with a blue wordmark and blue-and-yellow symbol, shown on light and coloured backgrounds.

The pentagon functions as a metaphorical shared space—a communal table with equal sides, signalling inclusivity, balance and non-hierarchical gathering. Within it, five circles represent individuals. Their rounded forms communicate softness, unity and human presence, while their equal distribution reinforces that everyone has an equal seat and contributes to the whole. Connection is expressed implicitly rather than literally. Instead of using linking lines, the symbol relies on spatial relationships and a unified

The pentagon functions as a metaphorical shared space—a communal table with equal sides, signalling inclusivity, balance and non-hierarchical gathering. Within it, five circles represent individuals. Their rounded forms communicate softness, unity and human presence, while their equal distribution reinforces that everyone has an equal seat and contributes to the whole. Connection is expressed implicitly rather than literally. Instead of using linking lines, the symbol relies on spatial relationships and a unified boundary to communicate interdependence, keeping the logo aligned with Kinli’s ethos of organic connection. The five elements carry cultural and sensory resonance—evoking balance, the senses and humanity—aligning with a brand rooted in food, culture and shared experience. At the centre, the negative space subtly forms the letter K, allowing the brand identity to emerge from the community itself. This reinforces a core principle: Kinli exists because of its people, not above them.

boundary to communicate interdependence, keeping the logo aligned with Kinli’s ethos of organic connection. The five elements carry cultural and sensory resonance—evoking balance, the senses and humanity—aligning with a brand rooted in food, culture and shared experience. At the centre, the negative space subtly forms the letter K, allowing the brand identity to emerge from the community itself. This reinforces a core principle: Kinli exists because of its people, not above them.

Kinli brand symbol in four colour variations.
Kinli brand symbol in four colour variations.

Colours

Kinli’s palette balances warmth, energy and individuality. Kinship Blue gives the identity a distinctive anchor, while Butter Together brings a welcoming softness. The secondary and complementary colours give different communities and shared experiences their own character, while the primary pair keeps them recognisably Kinli.

Primary

Primary

Kinship Blue

Hex: 2C4DC6
Pantone: 2728C

Butter Together

Hex: EED484
Pantone: 7403C

Secondary

Secondary

Periwinkle

Hex: 96A1DD

Cream

Hex: FFF8E9

Lime

Hex: B8CC63

Complementary

Complementary

Kinli colour palette shown as a row of coloured brand symbols.

Colour Combinations

Kinli colour combinations shown across six rectangular swatches.

Typography

Kinli’s typography balances playful expression with everyday clarity. DynaPuff brings warmth and personality to prominent headings, while BC Civitas supports longer reading across brand materials. In the app, Nunito carries that approachable spirit into a clear, rounded interface, creating a consistent sense of welcome across touchpoints.

DynaPuff . Display

DynaPuff . Display

Find your people

Find your people

BC Civitas . Body

BC Civitas . Body

Shared moments, shared stories

Nunito . Interface

Nunito . Interface

Latin night | Supperclub | Running Club | Comedy Club | Arts & Crafts

Latin night | Supperclub | Running Club | Comedy Club | Arts & Crafts

  • Kinli illustration of two people gardening together.
  • Kinli illustration of friends walking a dog outdoors.
  • Kinli illustration of friends playing music together outdoors.
  • Kinli illustration of friends sharing a meal outdoors.
  • Kinli illustration of two people painting outdoors.

Iconography

Kinli’s iconography brings shared interests into a familiar, expressive visual language. Rounded outlines make each activity recognisable, while organic accents drawn from the brand mark add warmth and a sense of connection across the set.

Kinli community icon showing people gathered around a circle.
Kinli art icon showing a paint palette and brush.
Kinli games icon showing two dice.
Kinli games icon showing two dice.
Kinli reading icon showing an open book.
Kinli friendship icon showing two people together.
Kinli movement icon showing a running figure.
Kinli conversation icon showing two cups.
Kinli conversation icon showing two cups.
Kinli music icon showing a musical note.

Digital Experience

Kinli’s warmth carries into an interface shaped around shared interests and the people behind them. Soft forms, playful typography and familiar icons guide users from joining the community to discovering experiences that bring them together.

Shared interests become the starting point for connection. From choosing what they enjoy to exploring the community, people move through a visual language that feels welcoming and easy to recognise. The illustrations and activity symbols carry Kinli’s personality into the everyday moments of using the app.

The interface balances that expression with clarity. More playful moments sit alongside quieter layouts for forms and information, giving each screen room to breathe while keeping the journey connected.

Kinli’s warmth carries into an interface shaped around shared interests and the people behind them. Soft forms, playful typography and familiar icons guide users from joining the community to discovering experiences that bring them together.

Kinli’s warmth carries into an interface shaped around shared interests and the people behind them. Soft forms, playful typography and familiar icons guide users from joining the community to discovering experiences that bring them together.

Shared interests become the starting point for connection. From choosing what they enjoy to exploring the community, people move through a visual language that feels welcoming and easy to recognise.The illustrations and activity symbols carry Kinli’s personality into the everyday moments of using the app.

Kinli mobile app interface showing the welcome screen, sign-up form, interest selection and event feed.
Kinli mobile app interface showing the welcome screen, sign-up form, interest selection and event feed.
Kinli mobile app welcome screen and sign-up form.
Kinli mobile app welcome screen and sign-up form.
Kinli mobile app interface showing interest selection and an event feed.
Kinli mobile app interface showing interest selection and an event feed.
Kinli mobile app interface showing interest selection and an event feed.

Badges & Stickers

Kinli’s badges and stickers bring the brand’s people, interests and activities into playful combinations. Icons, typography and organic shapes come together as small expressions of belonging, each distinct while remaining part of the same visual world.

Kinli community icon showing people gathered around a circle.
Kinli community icon showing people gathered around a circle.
Kinli art icon showing a paint palette and brush.
Kinli art icon showing a paint palette and brush.
Kinli reading icon showing an open book.
Kinli reading icon showing an open book.
Kinli games icon showing two dice.
Kinli games icon showing two dice.
Kinli community icon showing people gathered around a circle.
Kinli community icon showing people gathered around a circle.
Kinli games icon showing two dice.
Kinli games icon showing two dice.
Kinli reading icon showing an open book.
Kinli reading icon showing an open book.
Kinli art icon showing a paint palette and brush.
Kinli art icon showing a paint palette and brush.
Kinli conversation icon showing two cups.
Kinli conversation icon showing two cups.
Kinli friendship icon showing two people together.
Kinli friendship icon showing two people together.
Kinli music icon showing a musical note.
Kinli music icon showing a musical note.
Kinli movement icon showing a running figure.
Kinli movement icon showing a running figure.

Conversation Cards

Kinli’s conversation cards give people a starting point. Built around shared interests, each question offers an easy way to move beyond introductions and get a conversation going. Focused, activity-specific illustrations give each card a recognisable context, leaving space for the question—and the conversation it starts.

Kinli conversation card packaging beside a fan of illustrated interest cards on a wooden surface.
Kinli conversation card packaging beside a fan of illustrated interest cards on a wooden surface.
Food & Drink: Which meal feels like home?
Music & Dance: Which song brings you back?
Culture: Which tradition would you share?
Arts & Crafts: What would you make just for fun?
Design: What everyday design do you love?
Languages: Which word would you teach a friend?

Culture & Creativity

Books: Which book stayed with you?
Media: What could you watch on repeat?
Comedy: What never fails to make you laugh?
Anime: Which anime world would you visit?
Thrill: Which plot twist still gets you?
Cosplay: Who would you become for a day?
LARP: Who would you be in another world?

Stories & Play

Books: Which book stayed with you?
Media: What could you watch on repeat?
Comedy: What never fails to make you laugh?
Anime: Which anime world would you visit?
Thrill: Which plot twist still gets you?
Cosplay: Who would you become for a day?
LARP: Who would you be in another world?

Stories & Play

Books: Which book stayed with you?
Media: What could you watch on repeat?
Comedy: What never fails to make you laugh?
Anime: Which anime world would you visit?
Thrill: Which plot twist still gets you?
Cosplay: Who would you become for a day?
LARP: Who would you be in another world?

Stories & Play

Fitness: What makes movement fun?
Sports: Which game gets you competitive?
Beauty & Wellness: What helps you feel like yourself?
Cars & Bikes: Where would you go for a Sunday ride?
Tech: What would you invent together?
Adventure: Where would you go on a whim?
Astronomy: What would you ask the universe?

Life & Discovery

Fitness: What makes movement fun?
Sports: Which game gets you competitive?
Beauty & Wellness: What helps you feel like yourself?
Cars & Bikes: Where would you go for a Sunday ride?
Tech: What would you invent together?
Adventure: Where would you go on a whim?
Astronomy: What would you ask the universe?

Life & Discovery

Fitness: What makes movement fun?
Sports: Which game gets you competitive?
Beauty & Wellness: What helps you feel like yourself?
Cars & Bikes: Where would you go for a Sunday ride?
Tech: What would you invent together?
Adventure: Where would you go on a whim?
Astronomy: What would you ask the universe?

Life & Discovery

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Brand Devices & Patterns

Kinli’s visual language grows from the soft geometry of its mark. Playful symbols, flowing ribbons and interlocking patterns express individuality and connection, bringing a shared sense of movement and belonging across the identity.

Posters

The poster series invites people to connect through shared activities, from painting and hiking to music and meals. Each “Find your…” message links an experience to a sense of discovery and belonging, with compositions that adapt to the activity and format. Immersive illustrated scenes draw people into shared experiences, expressing the warmth, variety and sense of belonging at the heart of Kinli.

Kinli illustration of friends painting together at an outdoor evening gathering.
Kinli illustration of friends painting together at an outdoor evening gathering.
Kinli Share a Table campaign graphic featuring friends sharing a meal outdoors.
Kinli Share a Table campaign graphic featuring friends sharing a meal outdoors.
Kinli Yoga in the Park campaign graphic featuring a group practising yoga outdoors.
Kinli Music in the Woods campaign graphic featuring an outdoor music gathering.
Kinli illustration of friends painting together at an outdoor evening gathering.
Kinli illustration of friends painting together at an outdoor evening gathering.
Kinli illustration of two friends toasting citrus drinks outdoors.
Kinli illustration of two friends toasting citrus drinks outdoors.

Brand Application

Brand Application

Kinli’s identity comes to life across posters, merchandise and everyday touchpoints. Shared interests shape each application, giving people a familiar way to discover the community and be a part of it.

Kinli Stargazing Night campaign graphic featuring friends around a campfire under a starry sky.
Kinli Stargazing Night campaign graphic featuring friends around a campfire under a starry sky.
Kinli Yoga in the Park campaign graphic featuring a group practising yoga outdoors.
Kinli Yoga in the Park campaign graphic featuring a group practising yoga outdoors.
Kinli illustration of friends painting together at an outdoor evening gathering.
Kinli illustration of friends painting together at an outdoor evening gathering.
Kinli Share a Table campaign graphic featuring friends sharing a meal outdoors.
Kinli Share a Table campaign graphic featuring friends sharing a meal outdoors.

Merchandise

Studio Sakha
Studio Sakha

A creative design studio in Sydney, designing brands and experiences as living systems.

Occasional notes on identity, systems and practice.

A strong identity is not one that never changes - it is one that can change without losing itself.

Studio Sakha works on the unceded lands of the Gadigal and Wangal peoples. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

© 2026 Studio Sakha.

Studio Sakha
Studio Sakha

A creative design studio in Sydney, designing brands and experiences as living systems.

Occasional notes on identity, systems and practice.

A strong identity is not one that never changes - it is one that can change without losing itself.

Studio Sakha works on the unceded lands of the Gadigal and Wangal peoples. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

© 2026 Studio Sakha.

Studio Sakha
Studio Sakha

A creative design studio in Sydney, designing brands and experiences as living systems.

Occasional notes on identity, systems and practice.

A strong identity is not one that never changes - it is one that can change without losing itself.

Studio Sakha works on the unceded lands of the Gadigal and Wangal peoples. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

© 2026 Studio Sakha.

Studio Sakha
Studio Sakha

A creative design studio in Sydney, designing brands and experiences as living systems.

Occasional notes on identity, systems and practice.

A strong identity is not one that never changes - it is one that can change without losing itself.

Studio Sakha works on the unceded lands of the Gadigal and Wangal peoples. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

© 2026 Studio Sakha.