Pine tree against a building rooftop and sky at dusk

Nestled at the base of the Santa Cruz mountains, with it’s stunning evergreen forest, Toll House Inn offers a quaint getaway that’s perfectly poised for a weekend adventure or a special event.

They needed a brand that could reflect the quality of their services and the atmosphere of their space. It needed to feel naturally elegant and visually distinctive, while working across on-site materials and printed pieces without losing its character. We created a visual identity inspired by the forest floor and the golden light that fills the space in the late afternoon.

The system included a logo, on-site materials, and print collateral. Dark backgrounds, vertical typography, and rose gold foil printing were used to create a feeling of quiet luxury and natural elegance.

Project Objective

  • Brand Ascension
  • Brand Operations

Services

  • Visual Identity Systems
  • Physical Brand Touchpoints
  • Implementation & Rollout

Project Outcomes

  • Establishing a Brand for Cultural Resonance
  • Moving Up-Market
  • Optimizing Operations
Toll House wordmark in copper with pine tree icon on dark green

We created a visual identity inspired by the forest floor and the golden light that fills the space in the late afternoon.

The system included a logo, on-site materials, and print collateral. Dark backgrounds, vertical typography, and gold foil printing were used to create a feeling of quiet luxury and natural elegance.

Scattered Toll House wedding invitation cards in green, orange, and cream
Toll House gift card and Los Gatos card on a wood table
Hotel room with fireplace, king bed, and seating area

The brand now reflects the experience they offer, calm, refined, and rooted in the environment around them.

Every touchpoint feels considered and cohesive, helping the business feel more memorable and aligned with the level of service they provide.

Toll House postcard and folded brochure on a mauve surface with kraft envelope
Toll House branded notebook with pine tree icon and elastic closure
Toll House floorplan sheet held by hand, dark green with gold accents
Hotel lobby reception desk with wood floors and stone accent wall
Open booklet spread with wedding text beside couple's legs on grass

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