introducing: the brand retreat

Your Dream Brand™

delivered in 5 days

refined, resonant and ready to launch

The Brand Retreat is your focused 5-day design journey to a stunning visual identity – all delivered in one focused week. Think of it like a retreat for your brand: We’ll unplug from distraction, step into focus, and give your brand the full attention and momentum it deserves.

By the end of the week, you’ll walk away with a standout branding & a sustainable design system that reflect your essence, call in aligned clients and support you in showing up like the leader you’ve always envisioned – both inside and out.

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Sound familiar?

You’re working with clients, growing your business, sharing your message – but your branding isn’t keeping up. You know your brand deserves an identity that reflects your vision, but right now it feels scattered, inconsistent, or simply unfinished. The DIY phase has served its purpose – you’re ready for a professional brand identity that supports the next season of your business.

You know you’re amazing at what you do – but your brand doesn’t reflect it (yet).
You’ve outgrown the homemade look of your DIY logos and patchwork layouts.
You’re tired of waiting 2-3 months on a traditional design timeline – you’re ready to launch now.
You crave a visual refresh that feels authentic and cuts through the noise.
this is me
Jars of blueberry jam and containers of blueberries on a white cloth with a paper box containing blueberries in the background.
A black wine bottle labeled 'Lust' by Lukas Strobl, positioned among crumpled paper and a piece of limestone with a rough texture.
Close-up of a circular marble or stone object, partly covered with crumpled white paper, on a white background.
A person with long wavy hair wearing a striped shirt and a large tote bag labeled 'inner bloom' with words 'acupuncture' and 'holistic health' on it, leaning against a white wall.
A folded pink brochure with a partial image of a person's face, featuring their eye and eyebrow, and text that reads 'Healthcare Lead Scientist!'

[ brand design in 1 week ]

The Brand Retreat

No more drawn-out timelines or endless revisions. In this 5-day design intensive, we’ll transform your big ideas into a cohesive, professional brand identity that connects, converts, and creates real impact.

The Brand Retreat is an immersive brand design experience for entrepreneurs who know that less time doesn’t mean less quality – it means more momentum. Let’s turn your vision into a brand that’s as intentional, magnetic and radiant as you.

What’s included?

  • 30-min Strategy Call

  • 1-2 Brand Design Concepts

  • Custom Logo Suite (Primary logo + brand mark)

  • Curated Type System + Color Palette

  • Graphic Elements (Illustrations, Patterns, Icons etc.)

  • 2-3 Implementation Examples

  • Brand Style Guide PDF

investment

€ 3.500 € 3.000

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The Pay In Full

For those ready to go all in. Commit fully and save €200 – a little reward for those trusting the process.

1 payment of

€ 3.000

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The 50/50

Two balanced payments: one now, one after your intensive finishes. Designed for ease if you need a bit more time.

2 payments of

€ 1.550

€ 3.100 in total

The 3-Month

Prefer to spread it out? Choose three monthly payments to make the process easy and accessible.

3 payments of

€ 1.066

€ 3.198 in total

you may ask: Can you actually design
a whole brand… in just 5 days?

The answer is yes… because less is actually way fucking more.

After 10+ years as a brand designer, working on countless projects across industries, I’ve seen it all – the good, the bad, and the painfully slow.

And one thing has gotten painfully clear: most branding processes are way more complicated than they need to be. Too many directions, too many steps, too many rounds of revisions.

The result? A brand that could’ve been powerful, sharp, and full of momentum ends up diluted and delayed.

Don’t get me wrong – I used to follow that long-drawn-out approach myself for years. Until I realized it wasn’t serving my clients.

That’s why I created The Brand Retreat – an intensive, streamlined process that gets you a complete brand identity in just 5 days. Here are some of the things I learned along the way, and share with you now why less is actually more:

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More time ≠ better results
(just more expensive ones).

Branding is a naturally intense process. Translating your whole identity into a visual language that feels like you makes it incredibly personal – often leading to drawn-out timelines, and thus expensive rates.

But stretching the timeline over 2-3 months rarely create a better outcome – more often, processes get slown down, workflows lose efficiency and everybody involved lose their momentum.

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(More directions ≠ more possibilities (just more decision fatigue).

Throwing 6-7 concepts at you doesn’t help you “choose the perfect brand.” It only adds more overwhelm to your already overflowing plates.

The truth? A strong brand doesn’t come from endless options – it comes from honing in on a design direction that truly captures your essence, and taking it over the finish line.

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More feedback loops ≠ more clarity (just watered-down results).

When there’s too much time, you start to overthink. You ask your cousin, your neighbor, and your friend’s dog for their opinion.

And suddenly, your brand no longer feels sharp – it feels like a compromise. With the intensive method, we avoid the noise and keep your brand true to you.

A young woman with dark hair resting her chin on her hand, smiling subtly, indoors with natural light.
Simple black and white abstract geometric design with three circle shapes above a semi-circular shape.

Designer in Residence

Hey, I’m Marie!

I’m a brand strategist, art director & graphic designer with over 10 years of experience turning good ideas into great identities. I’ve worked with dozens of brands across industries and seen every version of the branding process, and I can tell you: design doesn’t need to be overcomplicated to be powerful. It’s about creating something that feels like you and connects effortlessly with the people it’s meant for.

I’m deeply passionate about creating spaces for people like you – where your ideas and identities can unfold freely, and branding becomes a process of alignment rather than performance.

If you’re ready to build a brand that not only looks the part but feels like you – you’re in the right place.

Let's work together

Your 5-Day Retreat Schedule

( Day 01 )

arrival + alignment

( Day 02 )

vision + flow

( Day 03 )

brand strengthening

( Day 04 )

activation + integration

( Day 05 )

closing ceremony

Strategy Session & First Concepts

We’ll start the morning with a strategy call to review your brand questionnaire, discuss your goals, and define your creative direction. From there, I’ll move into the concept phase – and by the end of the day, you’ll receive your first design directions inspired by our session.

Brand Design Foundations

Based on your chosen direction, I’ll begin developing the core of your brand identity. This is where your visual language takes shape – logo design, color palette, and typography system. You’ll receive your first full branding draft and have the chance to give detailed feedback for refinement the next day.

Refinement & Design Details

Using your feedback, I’ll fine-tune every detail and expand your system with custom brand elements – from logo marks and patterns to icons or illustrations, depending on your project. You’ll have one final feedback round to share any last tweaks and make sure everything feels right.

Finishing Touches & Application Preview

With your notes in hand, I’ll finalize your cohesive brand ecosystem and make it come to life through curated real-world applications – from digital interfaces to print layouts. After our review, I’ll make any last adjustments and prepare your brand package for delivery.

Brand Guidelines, Assets & Handoff

We complete the retreat with a full handover: You’ll receive your comprehensive brand guide – a clear, practical reference for applying your new identity with consistency and confidence. All graphic assets will be organized and ready to use immediately. Everything wrapped and good to go.

The Afterglow of The Brand Retreat

Abstract black and green geometric design with diamond and oval shapes.

a brand that feels like you

No more “this will do for now.” Your brand finally feels whole – clear in its message, expressive in its visuals, and deeply connected to your vision. You’ll walk away with a visual presence that radiates confidence while attracting the clients who naturally connect with your work.

A black background with a green spiral symbol in the center.

a flexible design system

This is about more than just a pretty logo – it’s about a foundation that lasts. After the Brand Retreat, you’ll receive a well-thought-out, adaptable design system that makes consistency easy, is built to evolve with you and holds space for growth while keeping your identity rooted.

Icon of an eye, representing vision or viewing.

instant clarity & visibility

Your new brand clearly communicates what you do, who you do it for, and why it matters. It becomes a visual home for your biggest ideas, a space where your people recognize themselves in your story and an open invitation for your audience to step into your world.

A dark green circular icon with a black chilli pepper shape cutting through the center.

freedom over frustration

No more design overwhelm or half-finished DIY fixes – say goodbye to design stress and hello to creative flow. With your solid brand foundation in place, decisions become easy – so you finally have more energy for the work that truly excites you and the life that lights you up.

I want this!

»I keep getting asked about how original and inviting my new branding looks. It was one of the best decisions I’ve made for my business.«

»Through my new branding and website, my brand finally has a face that truly feels like me. Marie managed to translate my values, my approach, and my offerings into a cohesive visual identity — clear, professional, and full of heart.«

– Martin F.