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SLD Wins GDUSA Award for Cuisine Adventures Packaging Redesign

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We are thrilled to announce that Shikatani Lacroix Design (SLD) has been honored with a Graphic Design USA (GDUSA) American Package Design Award for our work for Cuisine Adventures. For decades, the GDUSA Package Design Awards have recognized creative excellence across food and beverage, private label, sustainable packaging, and beyond. The competition celebrates design that […]

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SLD Wins Best In Class for the Quaker Oatmeal Squares Revitalization at PAC Global Awards

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We are incredibly proud to share that SLD was recognized at this year’s PAC Global Awards Ceremony with a Best in Class distinction for Brand Revitalization for our work on Quaker Oatmeal Squares. As the highest honor in its category, this award celebrates a revitalization that champions brand heritage while creating stronger shelf impact and

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SLD Takes Silver at IDA for CQRC Flagship

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SLD has been awarded Silver at the 2025 International Design Awards (IDA) for its transformative work on the Chongqing Rural Commercial Bank (CQRC) Flagship. This recognition underlines the project’s innovation and design excellence on an international level. Located in Chongqing’s Jiefangbei district, the CQRC Flagship spans three storeys and over 16,000 square feet. The project

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SLD Takes Home Best in Class at the 2025 PAC Global Awards

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SLD is honored to have won Best In Class at the 2025 PAC Global Awards for our design work for Krema Yogourt. This project was all about capturing the essence of indulgence—rich, flavorful, and now, award-winning! With a history spanning over 75 years, the PAC Global Awards recognize brands, designers, and manufacturers who push the

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SLD Wins Gold at the 2025 Shanghai Design Awards for CQRC Flagship Design

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We’re proud to announce that our flagship design for Chongqing Rural Commercial Bank (CQRC) has won Gold at the 2025 Shanghai Design Awards by BETTER FUTURE! From architectural flow to emotional resonance, every detail of the flagship was meticulously designed by our global team to reflect the values of a brand that stands for trust,

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Design That Delivers Indulgence: SLD Wins Packaging Award at GDUSA’s 61st Awards Showcase

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SLD is delighted to announce our honorable win at the 2024 GDUSA American Package Design Awards, for our design work for Krema Yogourt. The annual competition celebrates creative excellence in packaging, highlighting designs that connect with consumers at the “moment of truth”, with a focus on premium elegance and refined simplicity. “This award is a reflection

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Decoding Nostalgia: Why Brands Are Looking Backward

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Emotional connection is critical for a brand because it creates a deeper connection with consumers, influencing loyalty, purchase behavior, and overall brand perception. By evoking fond associations with a particular era, product, or cultural moment, brands can establish a bond with consumers, through a sense of comfort and trust. Human decision-making is greatly driven by

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How Dentists Are Leading The Way in Healthcare Clinic Design

Brand Strategy, Packaging Design /

Dentistry is one of the most aesthetic of the medical professions, so it’s no surprise they lead the way when it comes to clinic design. Modern dental practices have moved away from the sterile, often tired-looking office spaces towards bolder and brighter settings that merge function, hospitality, and style. Ultimately, dentists have proven that interior

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SLD Wins Best Branch Design at The 2024 BCX Awards

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SLD was among the three winners honored at the Bank Customer Experience (BCX) Awards ceremony during the 2024 Bank Customer Experience Summit in Charlotte, North Carolina. The BCX Awards honour financial institutions and technology providers that are transforming the retail banking industry through innovative solutions. This year’s winners delivered innovative experiences that transformed the branch experience

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Innovation Meets Recognition! SLD is Proud to Bring Home Four Awards at the 17th Edition GRANDS PRIX DU DESIGN

We are excited to announce that SLD has been recognized at the GRANDS DU PRIX DESIGN Awards for our design works on the Chongquing Rural Commercial Bank (CQRC), the Child Development Institute (CDI), Clover Leaf Seafoods, and Merryberrybublé. “Awards are a testament to the strength of our partnerships and the hard work and innovation SLD brings

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Navigate And Win The Branch Transformation Race

Many of the world’s largest banks are investing in redesigning their physical networks to better serve their customers. As financial institutions realize the impact that branches have on customer loyalty, it has become increasingly important to prioritize the physical experience. How can mid-size or regional banks keep up? Our webinar, “Navigate And Win The Branch Transformation

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The Power of Concept Stores with Little or No Inventory

Retail Design /

Concept stores are an innovative departure from conventional brick-and-mortar stores, offering carefully curated, immersive encounters with a brand. Investing in a store that features minimal or no products on-site seems bold and costly. Why should brands consider such an investment? While profitability might not be the immediate outcome, concept stores possess great marketing potential. Their

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What Can CPG Brands Learn From Packaging Design In Asia?

Design Innovation, Food and Beverage, Packaging Design /

In Canada, an ethnically and culturally diverse country, it’s not hard to find CPG products imported from Asia. What can CPG brands in North America learn from their designs? From the sleek simplicity of Japanese packages to the playful charm of South Korean designs and the intricate artistry of Indian creations, the variety and creativity

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How to Reduce Customer Attrition in Banking: Insights and Strategies

Financial Services /

How To Overcome Customer Attrition? From NPS scores to customer account depth and new customer acquisition, financial institutions track a plethora of metrics to gauge the health of their business. But what if these metrics are lagging predictors of future success, and financial institutions need to focus on what is truly important? As seen on

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How Design Contributes To Health And Mental Wellbeing

Health and Pharmaceutical /

Patients, employees, and loved ones may experience stress and anxiety in healthcare settings. While initial medical facilities were not designed with mental health in mind, a recent change towards better overall wellness has changed this. Healthcare designs, as a setting that can have negative connotations, must strive to create a sense of calm for its

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How Circular Retail Services Build Customer Loyalty

Retail, Retail Design, Specialty Retail /

Circular retail services are gaining popularity among businesses looking to limit their environmental impact and remain relevant in a changing landscape. With society in the early stages of developing effective closed-loop business models, we set out to investigate best retail practices within the circular economy. The study focuses on three key sections – refill, return,

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