Moving brands forward intelligently.
We’re Gentry Creative, an independent branding and packaging design agency based in Cape Town.
Since 2016, we’ve helped brands find their distinction, express their value and move forward with purpose.
Wine is where much of our expertise has been built. Working with some of South Africa’s most respected wine brands has given us a deep understanding of heritage, provenance, perception and the delicate balance between protecting what makes a brand distinctive and keeping it relevant.
But our perspective extends beyond the category.
We’re drawn to brands that understand the value of considered design, where every detail contributes to a bigger picture. Our visual world stretches across luxury, fashion, art, interiors, food and culture. It informs how we think, what we notice and the ideas we bring to every brief.
We see packaging as more than a container or a point of sale. It’s an introduction, an expression of identity, an invitation into a brand’s world. It shapes perception, creates connection and adds value in ways that reach far beyond the shelf.
Our approach combines strategic thinking with intuition, a shared aesthetic sensibility with an appreciation for the smallest detail. We’re curious about the bigger picture, exacting about the craft and invested in creating work that feels both distinctive and considered.
Ten years in, we know that moving a brand forward isn’t simply about making it look different. It’s about understanding what makes it matter, knowing what to protect and recognising where the opportunity lies.
We bring together experience, intuition and a finely tuned visual sensibility to see beyond the brief, uncover opportunities and create work that moves brands forwards.
