Howard Brothers

Rebranding a respected joinery specialist

Crafted for the future

A brand built on precision

The project

Howard Brothers are one of Europe’s leading joinery specialists, trusted by architects, designers, and construction firms across London and beyond. With a reputation shaped by exceptional craftsmanship and a portfolio of prestigious projects, their existing brand no longer reflected the scale or ambition of the business.

They partnered with Make Studio to create a new identity and website that would honour their craft heritage while positioning them as a modern, forward-thinking leader in their field. The goal was clarity, confidence, and a visual language that matched the quality of their work.

Heritage meets modernity

Shaped by insight

The approach

Through workshops and strategic sessions, we immersed ourselves in Howard Brothers’ process, understanding their values, attention to detail, and vision for continued growth. This deep dive helped us shape a brand direction that balances tradition with innovation, reflecting both the human skill and technical precision behind their craft.

We set out to create a flexible identity system that could support the business across every touchpoint. The challenge was to build something robust and distinctive while remaining authentic to the materials, methods, and mindset that define Howard Brothers.

Geometry with purpose

A confident identity for a growing brand

The solution

The new brand identity takes direct inspiration from joinery geometry. Using jointing forms as a foundation, we developed a modular design system that can flex across print, digital, and environmental applications. A colour palette rooted in natural wood tones adds warmth and authenticity, while a new photography suite captures both the craftsmanship and architectural scale of their work.

To complete the transformation, we designed and built a new website that presents Howard Brothers with clarity and precision. It showcases their portfolio, explains their process, and communicates their expertise with the confidence of a true industry leader. The result is a brand that honours its craft while looking firmly ahead, positioning Howard Brothers as one of Europe’s most respected joinery specialists.

Services rendered
  • Advertising
  • Art direction
  • Brand creation & identity
  • CGI Visualisation
  • Email marketing
  • Guidelines
  • Market & competitor research
  • Media & campaign planning
  • Motion graphics
  • Multichannel strategy
  • Photography
  • Post-production
  • Print design
  • Social media
  • Tone of voice
  • Website design

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