Press Release
Grumpy Bums Baking Kits for Kids by Angela Spindler Is Granted the Bronze A' Design Award in Packaging Design
Angela Spindler honored for packaging design by the international grand jury of the 2023 - 2024 A' Design Award & Competition
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COMO, Italy, April 24, 2024 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has confirmed the Bronze A' Design Award in the Packaging Design category for Grumpy Bums Baking Kits for Kids by Angela Spindler, designed for Depot Creative. The result belongs to the 2023 - 2024 A' Design Award & Competition and was reached through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who evaluated anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
The Bronze A' Design Award Explained
The Bronze A' Design Award is given to outstanding designs that showcase a high degree of creativity and practicality. It recognizes the dedication and skill of designers who produce work that stands out for its thoughtful development and innovative use of materials and technology. These designs are acknowledged for their professional execution and potential to influence industry standards positively. Winning this award highlights the designer's ability to blend form and function effectively, offering solutions that enhance people's lives and wellbeing.
About Grumpy Bums Baking Kits for Kids
The agency developed the brand proposition of Sweet victory, summing up the brand benefits perfectly. They crafted a language of triumph. From the strategic verbal identity and narrative, they crafted a playful visual identity, illustrated Grumpy Bums brand mascots and designed product packaging and digital assets. With the brand's core values of wholesomeness, togetherness and no-stress mess the agency developed packaging to be an engaging and fun experience by bringing families together through baking.
About Angela Spindler
Depot Principal Director Angela Spindler demonstrated an affinity for the unboxing experience from an early age. She kept all of her childhood toys in their original packaging to have a full brand moment every time she decided to play. During her 38 years in the design business, she has notched up almost 75,000 hours of design across four countries: England, Germany, New Zealand and Australia. She founded Depot in 2002, and her meticulous commitment to excellence has never wavered. On top of a busy schedule of client work, Angela has managed to gain a Master’s Degree in design from the College of Fine Art, Sydney.
Award Record
This recognition makes Angela Spindler a winner of 17 A' Design Awards. The awards were granted between the 2013 - 2014 and the 2023 - 2024 editions of the A' Design Award & Competition.
About the A' Packaging Design Award
The A' Packaging Design Award is an international packaging competition that recognizes outstanding packaging designs by talented packaging designers worldwide. It is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to packaging designers, graphic designers, branding agencies and product manufacturers from all countries. Typical entries include bottles, boxes, cans, pouches, tubes and cartons. The awarded packaging designs are published at https://designers.org/design-category/packaging
About A' Design Award & Competition
Organized annually since 2008, A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The philanthropic mission of the A' Design Award is to advance society through good design, by recognizing and promoting superior products, projects and services that benefit society, and by creating a global awareness and appreciation for good design practices and principles. Nominations are peer reviewed and evaluated anonymously by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members against predetermined criteria such as functionality, ergonomics, engineering, presentation, innovation, usability, sustainability and technology, with score normalization applied to remove biases. Awards are conferred at Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Iron levels. Eligible laureates receive the A' Design Prize, which includes the award trophy, the certificate of design excellence, the hardcover yearbook, a lifetime license to use the A' Design Award winner logo, exhibition of awarded works, an invitation to the gala night and award ceremony in Italy, inclusion in the World Design Rankings and Designer Rankings, and public relations and publicity services. Registration, uploading a work and receiving a preliminary score are free of charge, and Professional and Digital Edition laureates are not contractually obliged to pay further fees to claim the A' Design Prize. More information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://designers.org/157788
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/157788
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!157788
- Laureate Profile: https://designers.org/d/128015
Media Contact
Giulia Ferrari, Press Office
Designers.Org
Via Leone Leoni 32, 22100 Como, Italy
press@designers.org
+39 031 4491953
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Grumpy Bums Baking Kits for Kids
- Function
- Baking Kits for Kids
- Category
- Packaging Design
- Discipline
- Communication Design
- Industry
- Packaging & Retail, Branding & Advertising and Manufacturing
- Colors
- Salmon, Peach Puff, Tomato, Khaki and Wheat
- Images
- 5
- Client
- Depot Creative
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Angela Spindler
- Country
- Australia
- Recognition
- Bronze A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2023 - 2024
- Design ID
- #157788
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- The no-added-sugar kids’ treat that’s satisfyingly sweet. Grumpy Bums is an exciting, first-to-market, baking kit for kids, without added sugar. We developed the brand proposition of ‘Sweet victory’, summing up the brand benefits perfectly. We crafted a language of triumph. Drawing from our strategic verbal identity and narrative, we've developed a whimsical visual identity for the Grumpy Bums brand. This includes the creation of endearing brand mascots, alongside the design of captivating product packaging and engaging digital assets
- Inspiration
- Our packaging is designed to transform baking into an engaging and delightful experience, uniting families in the joy of creation. Featuring charming illustrations of muffins, our packaging mirrors the effortless nature of our products. With their lively personalities and universal appeal, these illustrations serve as powerful assets for campaigns, elevating brand visibility and fostering lasting connections with consumers. Immerse yourself in a world where baking isn't just a task—it's a memorable journey shared with loved ones.
- Research
- Grumpy Bums, is the pioneering baking kit for kids that delivers a satisfyingly sweet treat without any added sugar. Our brand proposition, Sweet Victory, encapsulates the essence of our wholesome approach perfectly. We've cultivated a language of triumph, embodying optimism, energy, and a supportive tone that aligns with the consumer's journey. From our strategic verbal identity and narrative, we've brought to life a vibrant visual identity, complete with charming brand mascots and captivating product packaging, ensuring an engaging and delightful experience for families everywhere.
- Challenge
- Collaborating with a startup business can present unique challenges, notably navigating budget constraints and identifying viable solutions within the constraints of low production volumes.
- Realization and Technology
- All boxes were printed using 1 spot colour and CMYK, with an aqueous varnish.
- Operation and Interaction
- The product comes with super easy, kid-friendly instructions that make baking fun for the whole family. Plus, all the key ingredients are included except for eggs and milk, making it a stress-free baking adventure together.
- Project Duration and Location
- The project started in July 2021 and was completed in January 2022 in Sydney Australia
- Specifications
- Box dimensions are as follows: 140 x 200 x 35MM
- Keywords
- HealthySnacks SnackPackaging PackagingDesign NoAddedSugar BrandingDesign GrumpyBumsDesign
