09/16/2026
We’re proud to share that Celtis has received an Award of Excellence in this year’s UCDA Design Awards for our work on the Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) logo! 🏆
LACCD came to us with the challenge of creating a modern identity to replace a legacy mark from the 1970s, one that could unite all nine colleges while still reflecting the individuality and diversity of their communities.
Our solution centers on the “LA” letterforms, brought to life with organic shapes and colors inspired by Los Angeles’ beaches, mountains, and valleys. The result is a dynamic, cohesive mark that creates a recognizable visual anchor for the district while allowing each college to maintain its own voice.
The new identity was also shaped by a community-driven process, including stakeholder engagement, focus groups, and bilingual surveys, helping ensure the final design authentically represented the people and communities LACCD serves.
We’re incredibly proud of this recognition and grateful to LACCD for trusting Celtis with such an important piece of their brand evolution. Congratulations to everyone who helped make it happen!