Umaro
Design Direction (Visual Identity, Packaging)
Role
Brand Design: Daniel Lurvey
Content Direction: Bethany Schrock
Brand Strategy: Erin Hampton
ECD: Sue Tran
Team
Umaro is a plant-based bacon brand using seaweed—one of the most sustainable protein sources on the planet. Ahead of launch, they needed a rebrand to support both B2B and B2C growth.
To counter the perception that plant-based meats lack flavor, we positioned Umaro as a craveable, familiar product—leaning into the nostalgic sights, smells, and sounds of traditional bacon, and the emotional connection of sharing meals.
This strategy informed a joyful, sensory-led visual identity. The custom logo features a looping “mmm” mark that nods to both taste and the brand’s seaweed origins. For packaging, we borrowed recognizable bacon cues—die-cut windows, deli-style labels, and heritage-inspired badges—to create instant shelf appeal.
Since launch, Umaro has been picked up by Whole Foods, Sprouts, and restaurants nationwide.
*Photography is for directional purposes only.