Arizona Supreme Court

The Arizona Supreme Court approached me to design their 2024-2029 Strategic Agenda, a critical roadmap outlining key initiatives to guide the judicial system over the next five years. They needed a publication that was not only judicially emblematic but also visually engaging and easy to navigate, making it a vital resource for courthouses statewide.

Traditional legal documents can often be monotonous and overwhelming. The goal was to create a design that not only presented complex information clearly but also captured the essence of the Court’s values of fairness, accessibility, and justice. The design needed to enhance readability, be easily navigable, and reflect the Court’s existing brand while introducing fresh elements for a more modern feel.

I began by developing a cohesive brand for the agenda that expanded on the Court’s existing color palette, introducing new hues for variety while maintaining harmony. The design of the 24-page booklet focused on dynamic visual elements to capture attention and convey key information effectively. To further enhance readability, I introduced a color-coded system for the five strategic goals, pairing each with a unique icon. This approach allows readers to easily navigate the agenda and quickly identify each section.

To create visual cohesion, I incorporated rope elements throughout the design, inspired by the circular rope surrounding the Arizona Supreme Court’s logo. Additionally, dotted lines throughout the design mirror the circular dotted line in the logo, giving the brand a familiar feel.

Beyond the booklet, I developed a brand guide and a suite of complementary graphics, ensuring consistency across print, digital, and presentation materials.

The final booklet received national recognition and praise, with many considering it the best strategic agenda the Court has ever produced. This project transformed what could have been a dense, monotonous document into a dynamic tool used in every courthouse across Arizona for the next five years.