Earlier this year, the Burgmann Residents Association (BRA) Committee updated its design materials, and asked resident and Bachelor of Design student Charlotte Wallace to refresh BRA's black panther logo.
Charlotte's design retains key elements of the original logo—the panther, the shield, and the colour palette—to honour the association’s history, with thoughtful updates to reflect and affirm BRA's modern progressive and inclusive values.
The original logo depicted the panther facing backward, which resulted in a static impression. 'In the redesign, I aimed to create a sense of unity and movement by repositioning the panther to face forward, symbolising progress and a future-focused outlook', explained Charlotte. 'The panther’s head now emerges from an open shield, adding depth, dynamics, and a three-dimensional feel.'
Charlotte also incorporated the flame motif from Burgmann's official logo onto the panther’s cheek. 'This small but meaningful detail serves as a visual link between BRA and the broader Burgmann community', explained Charlotte.
The new logo presents a refreshed, cohesive identity that bridges tradition with contemporary values.
'It was an honour to contribute to the visual identity of the Burgmann Residents Association', said Charlotte. 'The project challenged me to thoughtfully balance tradition with modern design, resulting in something that reflects the community I’m proud to be part of.'
