Brand Guidelines

Welcome to the official HomeNest brand system. These guidelines ensure consistency, clarity, and trust across all touchpointsβ€”from property listings to client communications.

πŸ“… Updated: Jan 2025 πŸ“„ v2.1 πŸ”’ Internal Use

Color Palette

Our colors evoke stability (navy), warmth (gold), and clarity (white/light grays). Use them consistently to build brand recognition.

#1A3C5E
Navy Primary
HEX: #1A3C5E RGB: 26, 60, 94 CMYK: 72, 36, 0, 63
#E8A838
Warm Accent
HEX: #E8A838 RGB: 232, 168, 56 CMYK: 0, 28, 76, 9
#0D1B2A
Deep Slate
HEX: #0D1B2A RGB: 13, 27, 42 CMYK: 85, 70, 30, 74
#F8FAFC
Cloud Background
HEX: #F8FAFC RGB: 248, 250, 252 CMYK: 1, 0, 0, 2
#10B981
Success/Go
HEX: #10B981 RGB: 16, 185, 129 CMYK: 91, 0, 30, 27
#EF4444
Alert/Warning
HEX: #EF4444 RGB: 239, 68, 68 CMYK: 0, 72, 72, 6

Typography

Clean, modern, and highly readable. We prioritize accessibility and professional hierarchy.

Heading 1: Major Sections

Font: Inter / Segoe UI β€’ Weight: 800 β€’ Size: 32px+ β€’ Color: #0D1B2A

Heading 2: Subsections

Font: Inter / Segoe UI β€’ Weight: 700 β€’ Size: 24px β€’ Color: #1A3C5E

Heading 3: Cards & Modules

Font: Inter / Segoe UI β€’ Weight: 600 β€’ Size: 18px β€’ Color: #2A5F8F

Body text carries the core message. Keep lines between 60-80 characters for optimal reading comfort. Maintain 1.5-1.6 line height for digital, 1.4 for print.

Font: Segoe UI / System Sans β€’ Weight: 400 β€’ Size: 16px β€’ Color: #334155

Captions, metadata, and helper text should use a lighter weight and reduced contrast, but never drop below WCAG AA standards.

Font: System Sans β€’ Weight: 400 β€’ Size: 13-14px β€’ Color: #64748B

Voice & Tone

HomeNest speaks like a knowledgeable, approachable partner. We simplify complexity without dumbing it down.

🀝 Professional & Approachable

βœ… Do "We’ll handle the tenant screening and lease paperwork so you can focus on your investment goals."
❌ Don't "Our firm executes leasing protocols per statutory requirements."

πŸ” Transparent & Clear

βœ… Do "Monthly reports break down every expense. No hidden fees, ever."
❌ Don't "Charges may apply based on operational variables."

πŸ›‘οΈ Reassuring & Proactive

βœ… Do "Our 24/7 maintenance network resolves issues before they affect your tenants."
❌ Don't "Maintenance requests are processed within standard business hours."

Imagery & Photography

Visuals should feel authentic, modern, and people-centered. Avoid sterile stock clichΓ©s.

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Natural Lighting

Shoot during golden hour or use diffused indoor lighting. Avoid harsh shadows or neon tints.

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Diverse & Authentic

Show real tenants, managers, and homeowners. Candid moments > posed handshakes.

🏑
Property Focus

Highlight clean lines, functional spaces, and curb appeal. Stage lightly, never over-filter.

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UI/Digital Shots

Use clean mockups with consistent padding. Show dashboard clarity, not cluttered data.

Do's & Don'ts

Quick reference for maintaining brand integrity across all materials.

βœ… Do's

  • Use approved color hex/CMYK values only
  • Maintain clear space around the logo
  • Pair Navy Primary with Warm Accent for CTAs
  • Use Inter/Segoe UI for all digital typography
  • Run copy through the tone checklist before publishing
  • Export images at 2x resolution for Retina displays

❌ Don'ts

  • Never stretch, rotate, or recolor the logo
  • Don't place logo on busy backgrounds without masking
  • Avoid using more than 3 accent colors in one layout
  • Don't use Comic Sans, Papyrus, or decorative fonts
  • Avoid jargon, passive voice, or overly legal phrasing
  • Never compress images until they lose detail