[ProjectComplete]Deadline Nov. 27th - Offshore Software Development Company - $175

[fcaputo]

(Admin code added by Palmer - 3PX25833FY934641W)

Hello,

We are an offshore/nearshore software development company in Costa Rica. Our current clients are in NYC (financial and technical clients) but we want to expand. We are looking for a logo for both the web and print (web is a priority).

Below are my answers to the questionaire. Thank you.

> Project Summary:
> What text should be included in the main part of the logo?
"Rich Coast IT"
"Development"

> What type of product or service do you offer?
Offshore software development. We are located in Costa Rica.

> How long have you been in business?
A couple of years.

> What do you hope to accomplish with your new identity?
Corporate identity.

> What are your long term goals?
To retire to Costa Rica. ;)

> When is the deadline for final entries before choosing a designer?
Monday, 11.27.2006

> Audience Profile:
> Please describe your existing audience
NYC technical and financial firms that outsource their IT department.

> Who would you like to add to your audience?
Florida retiree's looking to invest their money in Costa Rica.

> Perception/Tone/Guidelines:
> What type of logo would you like?
Something very elegant but still technical. Something that is not 'candy' but rather very stately.

> Do you have any colors in mind for your logo? (if so, why?)
Blues, Beachy, Earthy type colors. Colors that reflect the Costa Rican Lifestye etc

> Do you have any specific images or icons in mind that you would definitely like to see incorporated into your logo?
More involved, detailed & symbolic style icon, Palm Trees, Beach, Something to do with the Costa Rican lifestyle and/or computer technology but still open to other ideas.

> Communication Strategy:
> What attributes would you like your logo to reflect about your business?
Technical, prestigious, trustworthy, professional.

> What is your tagline or slogan?
Near Shore Software Development

> What is the overall message you are trying to convey to your target audience?
That we offer offshore/nearshore software development and investments. You can trust us, we do quality work, we rock.

> Where will your new logo be used?
Business cards, direct mail, website.

> What sets you apart from your competitors?
Price and quality.

> Targeted Message:
> State a single-minded word or phrase that will appropriately describe your company:
We are like 'The Wolf' in Pulp Fiction. We are called in to get a job done and we do it.

Thanks!

[pracus]

:)

[graphxguy]

One from me.

Looking forward to your comments and suggestions.

Thanks.

[fcaputo]

:)

Not exactly what I had in mind, but thank you anyway.

I am looking for something with a very elegant, professional look. This seems a little 'funky'.

[fcaputo]

One from me.

Looking forward to your comments and suggestions.

Thanks.

Thank you for your submission. I think this is a little simple.

I would like a piece of graphic that is a little more involved (rather than the floating boxes) but I don't have a preference yet to what that should look like.

I was originally against a very long logo, but now, maybe I like that style.

[samoyloff]

:)

[fcaputo]

This is a cool design... I like the palm tree - sorta thing. I like the colors too... I'm not sure I like the "Development", but I can't think of much else to do with it.

[freetime]

I'll post something by this weekend!

[Blesseville]

http://www.blesseville.com/do/rci1.jpg

[Julie]

Here is a concept for your consideration:

[fcaputo]

:)

After thinking a little, I may want to see a little different palm tree... perhaps one that looks more like a palm tree.

[fcaputo]

[QUOTE=Medigraph]QUOTE]

I'm sorry, but I don't care for this design too much. It looks too 70's to me. I'm looking for more cutting edge. The image should be more symbolic.

[fcaputo]

Here is a concept for your consideration:

I've tried the "RC" in a circle myself - and I haven't been able to make it look good enough. I think I would prefer a graphic component that is more symbolic - something to do with the Costa Rican lifestyle and/or technology - or just a gliff that makes no sense at all. ;)

[fcaputo]

:)

Some more feedback after I discussed it with others...

I feel it's a little under developed & lacks polish. Maybe if the lines were made thinner, more of a shine added to the background of the circle & and I'd like to see some different font options. I feel the font is too laid back & casual. A more sophisticated & elegant font would be nicer.

[freetime]

Here's a look!

[fcaputo]

Here's a look!

This image looks very familiar - too familiar. The look is not technical / elegant enough for me.

[BlueCherryGraphics]

V1

[freetime]

Here's a different look!

[fcaputo]

V1

I don't like the colors and it looks a little too busy.

[fcaputo]

Here's a different look!

I like the palm tree, but I'm not sure I like the two sets of colors divided by the palm tree.

I do not like the font.

Thanks!

[freetime]

Thanks for the feedback! I changed the font and the location of the colors. They represent the sun and ocean. Thanks!

[fcaputo]

I like this one better. I really like the shine on the first logo (and the other variations). Can we try something with thinner lines on the graphic? The font is looking better, but something still isn't right. Perhaps something different needs to be done with the "Development" portion.

[freetime]

Here are revisions!

[fcaputo]

Okay - thank you. I think I have enough revisions from "Freetime". Thanks!

I am still waiting for other revisions and/or entries but I would like to make a decision very soon.

[fcaputo]

Samoyloff emailed me to say that he will give me revisions soon. I quite like the 'manufactured' palm tree and would like to see my other comments applied to it.

In the meantime, if anybody else would like to post revisions or new images in a similar fashion (manufactured palm trees), I would love it.

I am going to update the due date to Wednesday night.

Thanks!

[freetime]

Just checking in.

[fcaputo]

> Just Checking In

I'm sorry - I am not sold on the classic plam tree and kind of like something _similar_ to post #6. Samoyloff promised revisions - but I haven't heard from him.

If you are interested - can you give something similar a shot without stepping on Samoyloff's toes?

[freetime]

Here's an updated look

[freetime]

one more look

[Senter]

An original idea. Abstract organic looking R & C.

http://www.senterbrands.com/designout/RichCoast1.gif

[fcaputo]

Freetime - thanks for the attempt at a funky palm tree, but I'm really not sure if I like that.

Senter - very nice entry, I like it. I think the fonts are right on, and I'm deciding on if I like the graphic or not. It is elegant and unique.

I'm out of town until Sunday. I'll make a decision Sunday night - but of course I welcome more entries and revisions.

[Senter]

Thanks for your kind comments. I will leave the rest up to you. Until then... Have a safe trip!

[freetime]

:blush:

[Senter]

:)

[freetime]

:blush:

[freetime]

:D

[Senter]

:)

[freetime]

Here's a new look!

[Senter]

Just checking in on this one.

[fcaputo]

SenterBrands,

You are the winner, but I'd like to see some revisions:

1. It would be nice to see it with the icon to the left & text on the right.

2. I'd like to see a version using orange or green instead of the lighter blue.

3. I'd like to see a slight gradient through the icon to give it more depth but I'm concerned it may wreck it

Thanks.

[Senter]

Schweet!!!! Ill make the changes and get those to you when I get home tonight!

[Senter]

http://www.senterbrands.com/designout/RichCoast2.gif

[Senter]

Any word on your color decision as of yet?

[fcaputo]

Lets go with the original colors you chose, with the "CR" back on top, but with the gradient as you did in this last revision.

That'll be it - you can give me the source with these choices.

Thanks!

[fcaputo]

In reading my last response - I'm not sure if I was clear. This is what I'm looking for:

1. A return to the original colors
2. A return to having the "CR" on the top of the RichCoast text
3. Gradients applied as in the last revision

Thanks!

[Senter]

Your links to your final files have been sent your private messages. Let me know in this thread once you have downloaded them.

You can check your private messages at this link below:
http://www.designoutpost.com/forums/private.php?

[fcaputo]

Got them. Thank you.

[Senter]

No thanks to you!