BBC2

Rebrand

Kenneth Robin

A radical departure from corporate tradition, reinventing a British broadcasting icon by transforming the negative space of the "2" into a living, breathing canvas of pure motion and light.

"The goal was to move away from the corporate look of the past. Each ident was designed to represent a different mood to match the channel's diverse programming." — Stash Media

The challenge was restraint. By stripping away the literal numeral, the focus shifted entirely to the behavior of the arc. We utilized sophisticated fluid dynamics and light-refraction techniques to ensure the "2" was felt through its material weight and environmental interaction. By focusing on the negative space, we allowed the brand to become a vessel for mood and atmosphere rather than just a static identifier.

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To achieve this level of haptic realism, Robin leaned into high-end procedural workflows. Leveraging Houdini for complex particle simulations and Cinema 4D paired with OctaneRender, he meticulously sculpted how light breaks across the curve's edge. Custom light-transport algorithms were utilized to ensure every loop felt like a tangible physical event rather than a standard render.

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"The goal was to move away from the corporate look of the past. Each ident was designed to represent a different mood to match the channel's diverse programming."

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