§ Insights · Field notes from independent practice
12 essays · updated 2026-05-15
Insights.
Notes on brand strategy, design as a discipline, and what makes a business identity hold under pressure. Written between engagements. Published when there's something worth saying.
CORV / INSIGHTS
Great Design Doesn't Cost You Money. Weak Design Does.
Weak design is a tax — on every pitch, every hire, every deal that stalls in procurement. The financial case for treating brand identity as infrastructure, not an expense line.
The Story the Brand Already Knows
Brand identity can give form to something genuine, but it can't manufacture the genuine thing. Why the best brand work starts from a business that already knows what it stands for.
Before the Name
Learn about the 5 essential elements of a strong brand identity design. Understand the importance of investing in a well-designed brand and how it can help differentiate a business in the market and build trust with consumers.