RETRO BRAND DESIGN FOR STANDOUT BUSINESSES

Looking for a retro branding designer who gets your vision? Whether you’re launching a new venture or rebranding something well-loved, Walker Design Co. creates bold, nostalgic brand identities that feel straight out of the past but built to grow with a modern business and stand the test of time.

A strong brand is more than just a great-looking logo. I specialise in crafting brand strategies and full visual identities for businesses who want to turn heads, spark emotion, and build trust with every touchpoint.

Young man with curly hair, glasses, and facial hair sitting at a desk, working on a computer with a keyboard, in a room decorated with framed artwork and a large green plant.

HI, I’M DAVID!

As a specialist retro brand designer, I blend the character and nostalgia of vintage design with modern businesses. That means you get more than just a pretty logo. You get a whole identity - from logo and badges to colour palette - that looks authentic and feels unmistakably “you”.

I’ve worked with retro cafés, vintage-inspired clothing brands, indie podcast creators, and makers of all kinds to create branding that feels fresh, fun, and full of character.

    • Custom Logo Design - Thoughtfully crafted logos that reflect your brand’s essence and values.

    • Complete Brand Identity Packages – Cohesive visual branding, including colour palettes, typography, and brand guidelines.

    • Strategic Brand Development – Clarifying your purpose, mission, vision, values, and messaging to create a strong foundation.

  • Print & Packaging Design – Beautifully designed business cards, labels and packaging, flyers/brochures, merch & apparel, signage, menu design and promotional collateral to elevate your brand experience.

  • Website Design & Social Media Assets – Digital assets that communicate your brand story with consistency and impact.

LET'S WORK TOGETHER!
Collage of various business logos on a dark background with names like "Goods In," "Bom Appetit," "Ciro's Italian Pizzeria," "Buddy's Bar & Grill," "Sweatsmith," "Bambara," "Grape Scott!," "On The Huh!," "Rave On Records," "Hembury Hall," "Troubadour Dry Goods & Supply," "Booth's," "Upside Down Brewing Co.," "The Mayland Hotel," and "Bopper."

RETRO BRANDING PROCESS

  1. Discovery & Research – Understanding your brand’s story, goals, and audience.

  2. Strategic Development – Defining your positioning, messaging, and brand personality.

  3. Concept & Design – Creating thoughtful, refined visuals that align with your strategy.

  4. Final Delivery – High-quality, versatile brand assets ready for both print and digital use.

WHO I WORK WITH

I help independent businesses and entrepreneurs build brands with confidence, including:

  • Retail and E-Commerce Businesses

  • Restaurants and Hospitality Businesses

  • Coffee Shops & Bakeries

  • Food & Drinks Manufacturers

  • Breweries & Distilleries

  • Home Decor, Lifestyle & Clothing Brands

  • And more!

“YOUR BRANDING SHOULD FEEL TIMELESS. NOT TIRED.”

WHAT OTHER CLIENTS HAVE SAID.

★★★★★

“Once again, David has been incredible to collaborate with and I'm already looking for another excuse to employ his talents. He redesigned my branding and created assets that absolutely nailed the brief. They capture the essence of our business and our values and I couldn't have asked for a better process overall.”

DAVID

★★★★★

“So excited to start plastering my new logo and branding everywhere.

You’ve taken this, run with it and just smashed it out of the park.

Exactly what I wanted but couldn’t do it myself.

If you’re after someone who gets it, cares deeply about the work, and is genuinely lovely to work with - David’s your guy.”

OLLIE

★★★★★

“Working with David at Walker Design Co. was an absolute joy from start to finish. I was nervous about investing in branding, but David made the whole process feel easy and exciting. He really took the time to understand my business, my values, and what I was trying to communicate nothing felt rushed.

DAN

WHAT YOU GET WITH ME.

I can help your business cut through the competition and create long-lasting connections with your customers. On every single project, my aims are simple: 

  • By working closely with you, I aim to truly understand the story behind your business and where it’s going, and together we work towards a cohesive and engaging brand identity that’s aligned with your mission and goals.

  • Whatever the size of your business (or budget), I’ve built my branding services and process to help you fall back in love with your brand. Through our Discovery Workshop, we’ll collaboratively develop a strategy that gives you the confidence to shout about your brand from the rooftops.

  • I’ll use colours, typography, photography, illustration and more to help you captivate and engage your audience, delivering a visual identity you and your customers will remember and love.

  • Before putting pen to pixel, we’ll clarify and define your customers & competitors, your goals, objectives and your brand story to create a visual identity and strategy that is well-thought out and backed by research, not just looks, and means you can grow your business the right way.

  • One of my most important aims is to provide an experience that helps you reconnect with your brand, provides as much value to you as possible, and is (most-importantly) fun.

  • Whether I’m working with a micro-brewery just starting up, or a heritage clothing brand that’s been around for decades, you’ve put your trust in me, and I don't take that for granted. I treat any work as if I were working on my own business and will work tirelessly to ensure you’re more than happy with the outcome.

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