Tiki Berlin is a book full of comic snippets from the future. It is available from Felder Books Berlin. See a flip-through video.

Tiki Berlin, inside

Tiki Berlin, inside

In a market saturated with “teen leader” and “healthy teen” themes, Malto has emerged as a standout player with its distinctive approach. Under the umbrella of the LOF mother brand's overarching strategy, “Choosing your happiness,” Malto has transformed into a brand that resonates with the phrase “happy teen choice”. This unique identity is thoughtfully crafted to align with Asian teen culture, radiating a cute and relatable aura that encapsulates the essence of youthful joy and satisfaction.

While competitors in the Vietnamese teen milk market have adhered to conventional themes, Malto has broken the mold by embracing a fresh perspective that truly connects with today's youth.

Malto's logotype boasts a distinct visual flair with curvy forms that symbolize growth and the aspiration to “fly high.” This design element takes center stage on packaging, instantly drawing attention with its natural and friendly feel.

The color palette is a bold departure from competitors, featuring vibrant yellow as the malt color. This choice aligns with today's teenagers' desire to stand out and express themselves, symbolizing their vibrancy and positivity.

The custom MN Malty font visually represents the concept of “growth” with rounded trapezoid stems. NaN Hyena Sunset and LeOsler complement the typographic ensemble, adding sophistication and prominence.

Malto’s brand voice embraces the latest linguistic trends and wordplay, injecting humor into content to make it relatable and engaging for today's youth.

Read more about the Malto Gang, the packaging, and other aspects of the brand design in the full case study on Behance.

Packaging design

Packaging design

The Malto Gang action figures

The Malto Gang in combination with MN Malty

Vietnamese text in NaN Hyena Sunset

LeOsler as used for the flavors

The custom brand typeface, MN Malty

The custom brand typeface, MN Malty

Vietnamese text in MN Malty

Alternate glyphs in MN Malty

Brand Voice with NaN Hyena & LeOsler

San Juan Diseña was a product design fair that took place in October at San Juan, Argentina.

At the Arco Iris crochet shop, wool and threads are woven and transformed into amigurumi, little give-aways, and home decoration.

Photography: Valentina DiCesare
Logo: Federico Marquez
Typography composition: Julia Martinez Diana