DEPO

DEPO

Brand identity & illustration

COFFEE SHOP

Lipetsk, Russia

DEPO

Brand identity & illustration

COFFEE SHOP

Lipetsk, Russia

DEPO coffee shop identity — illustrated characters and a takeaway cup

THE IDEA

Logo · Visual identity · Illustration

THE IDEA

Logo · Visual identity · Illustration

A warm, character-led identity built around everyday coffee moments, playful illustrations, and a sense of humor.

A warm, character-led identity built around everyday coffee moments, playful illustrations, and a sense of humor.

The name DEPO brings together the names of its founders, Denis and Polina. The brief was to create a recognizable identity for a coffee shop that feels familiar, welcoming, and easygoing.

A warm, character-led identity built around everyday coffee moments, playful illustrations, and a sense of humor.

The name DEPO brings together the names of its founders, Denis and Polina. The brief was to create a recognizable identity for a coffee shop that feels familiar, welcoming, and easygoing.

LOGO & COLOR

DEPO logo variations and Blue Sky, Burnt Coffee, Milky and Lollipop palette

CHARACTERS & STORIES

Two recurring characters form the heart of the visual system. Through gestures, expressions, and everyday coffee scenes, they give the brand a flexible way to communicate.

CHARACTERS & STORIES

Two recurring characters form the heart of the visual system. Through gestures, expressions, and everyday coffee scenes, they give the brand a flexible way to communicate.

The two DEPO characters in expressive poses
DEPO characters sharing coffee and creating good moments

From a quick takeaway to a shared coffee break, each illustration tells a small story while keeping the same recognizable personality.

TYPE & COLOR

The hand-drawn character of Neucha is paired with the clarity of IBM Plex Sans. Sky blue, creamy white, deep coffee brown, and soft pink carry the same balance of warmth and playfulness.

The hand-drawn character of Neucha is paired with the clarity of IBM Plex Sans. Sky blue, creamy white, deep coffee brown, and soft pink carry the same balance of warmth and playfulness.

Illustrated icons, stamp-like frames, and supporting graphics connect the different parts of the identity.

Neucha and IBM Plex Sans typography specimen
DEPO character illustration on a T-shirt

THE IDENTITY IN USE

The system extends across cups, packaging, menus, printed materials, and digital communication. Characters and illustrations adapt to each format, keeping DEPO’s personality consistent across everyday touchpoints.

THE IDENTITY IN USE

The system extends across cups, packaging, menus, printed materials, and digital communication. Characters and illustrations adapt to each format, keeping DEPO’s personality consistent across everyday touchpoints.

DEPO loyalty card and illustrated bakery packaging
DEPO illustrated takeaway coffee cups

DIGITAL COMMUNICATION

DEPO social media communication
DEPO menu, illustrated wrapping paper and tote bag
DEPO illustrated print in a coffee shop setting

LET’S WORK TOGETHER

LET’S WORK TOGETHER

© 2026 Dmitrii Peliukhov

© 2026 Dmitrii Peliukhov

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