HJ MARINA CAFE

Inspired by Nature, Made for Moments

HJ MARINA CAFE

HJ MARINA CAFE & BAKERY is a new brand from HJ Leisure Development located within the HJ MARINA (pier) along the Bukhangang River. Situated atop the ripples of the Bukhangang River, this unique café offers a panoramic view of the beautiful scenery, allowing visitors to experience the excitement of travel along with the tranquility of nature. It serves as an iconic bakery café, providing unforgettable memories and relaxation in a setting that floats gracefully on the waters of the Bukhangang River.

HJ MARINA CAFE & BAKERY, nestled within the pier of HJ MARINA symbolizing the beginning and end of a journey along the Bukhangang River, is a bakery café that exudes a sense of emotion, encompassing the excitement and memories associated with travel. It stands as a new space where individuals and families alike can relish in leisurely and unique moments, experiencing the changing seasons through all the senses. We aim to convey a brand mood that is both unique and comforting, resonating with people of all ages. Moreover, as a look and feel that seamlessly aligns with the intrinsic elements of the 'HJ MARINA' brand image, this bakery café proposes an unconventional charm that harmoniously connects with its essential nature.

YNL Design has established a unique brand identity for this bakery cafe by capturing the breathtaking scenery of the Bukhangang River through non-conventional, poetic, and artistic graphic motifs. Drawing inspiration from the works of artist Kim Hwan-ki, renowned for interpreting Korean sentiment through distinctive abstract art, we sought to emphasize the aesthetics of tranquility and simplicity derived from nature, portraying the artistic inspiration one can find in the natural world. The composition of nature, including the sky, ripples, and small pebbles beneath the river, is abstractly represented, highlighting the natural textures of hand-drawn illustrations to convey a sense of peaceful relaxation within nature. In terms of color, we adopted the HJ MARINA color system, intending to offer customers a unique freshness that reflects the essential characteristics of a cafe situated at the pier. Typography also plays a pivotal role, with handwritten script selected as the main English title font, symbolically representing memories and leisure in the cafe, emphasizing the unique bakery cafe mood that brings various inspirations to life.