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Sector: Life Sciences

Creating One Cohesive Brand System for Two Distinct Biotech Ventures

Blackbird needed to evolve its identity across two connected but legally distinct organizations: Blackbird Laboratories and Blackbird BioVentures. We clarified the relationship between both entities, strengthened the visual system, and created a more consistent expression of their shared science-first approach. The result was a unified brand architecture that could support each organization without losing its individual role or purpose.

Client

Blackbird Laboratories

Deliverables

Brand Identity Evolution

Brand Architecture

Website Design & Development

Year

2025-2026

Blackbird Laboratories website on a desktop display

Translating a complex structure into a clear digital experience

With the brand foundation in place, we designed and developed a dedicated website for each organization. Both experiences share a recognizable visual language while responding to different audiences and objectives. Clear messaging, intuitive navigation, and a more precise presentation of their work helped Blackbird communicate its model, capabilities, and impact with greater confidence across its digital ecosystem.

The Challenge

The identity before the rebrand

Brand Architecture

Brand architecture — parent brand, Laboratories, BioVentures and BioHub

The New Logo

The new Blackbird Laboratories mark
Logo construction and icon set

The Brand Identity

Colour palette and proportions
Imagery — molecular and organism studies
Graphic language — research, founding, discovery, development
Typography — Plus Jakarta Sans and Inter
Brand pattern
Brand application — stationery
Brand application — collateral
Brand guidelines — slides
Brand application — outdoor

The Web Design

Building a digital platform designed to grow with Blackbird

We designed and developed a responsive website that turns Blackbird’s complex ecosystem into a clear, intuitive experience. A flexible content structure brings together its capabilities, team, BioHub, and latest news, making detailed scientific and organizational information easier to explore. The result is a credible and scalable platform that can evolve alongside Blackbird’s programs, partnerships, and growing impact on Baltimore’s biotech community.

Blackbird Laboratories website on a laptop
Blackbird Laboratories website — full page
Website — What We Do, Who We Are and BioHub

Blackbird Bioventures

Blackbird BioVentures website

The Result

The project resulted in a cohesive brand and digital ecosystem that brings greater clarity to Blackbird’s structure, purpose, and offering. Blackbird Laboratories and Blackbird BioVentures now share a unified visual foundation while maintaining distinct roles and identities. Supported by two tailored websites, the system gives each organization a stronger, more credible presence and a flexible platform designed to support future programs, partnerships, and growth.

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