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Location
Las Vegas, NV
Concept
A boutique hotel inspired by vintage animation, the 1920s steamboat era, and the charm and whimsy of Disney’s Steamboat Willie.
Visual Identity
Creating the visual identity for Willie’s Wonder Hotel included designing a lookbook, website, and a series of products using AI-generated imagery to bring the concept to life.
Goals
Tell a story
Should be stylish and fashionable
Establish a unique identity
Create immersive thematic cohesion
Blend functionality with design
Resonate with the target audience
Target Audience
Families
Disney enthusiasts
Vintage-lovers
Animation aficionados
The target audience is seeking a unique, entertaining stay with a hint of nostalgia in the heart of Las Vegas.
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Strategy
Since the hotel is inspired by Disney’s Steamboat Willie, the strategy was to use a playful and bright color palette that matches the vintage Disney aesthetic to appeal to families and create a sense of fun.The design strategy was also to incorporate character-driven typography and graphics, such as bold, vintage-inspired typefaces and Mickey Mouse graphics reminiscent of early Disney animation.
Additionally, the strategy was to integrate patterns and decor motifs drawn from steamboat imagery and Steamboat Willie iconography, like portholes and nautical symbols, to pay homage to the cartoon while maintaining a cohesive, themed aesthetic across all spaces.
LOGO
iconic mickey mouse head and ears
The logo transforms a boat’s steering wheel into the legendary Mickey Mouse head icon, showing that this hotel is inspired by Disney and nautical elements.
thick lines
Uses thick, bold lines reminiscent of vintage 2D animated cartoons like Steamboat Willie.
playful, disney-esque type
The typefaces, Viktor Script and Phosphate, reflect vintage animated film posters and match Disney’s playful nature.
registered trademark
Includes the registered trademark symbol to make the brand appear more realistic.
TYPOGRAPHY
The typefaces used for the hotel’s branding are Viktor Script and Phosphate, which are used in the logo, and Gill Sans Nova, which is used for headings and body copy. These typefaces have a timeless, vintage feel and are playful enough to match the hotel’s mood. Headings and subheadings are completely lowercase to emphasize a friendly, soft, and welcoming atmosphere.
COLOR PALETTE
The color palette consists of bright, playful, warm colors inspired by vintage Disney aesthetics, such as old advertisements for Steamboat Willie. This color palette will appeal to families, particularly those with younger children, and create a sense of fun.
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lookbook
The Guest Suites
Vintage-Inspired Decor
Each guest suite is a cozy, black-and-white homage to classic cartoons, complete with Art Deco touches, sepia-toned wallpaper, and plush velvet furnishings that capture the elegance of the 1920s.
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themed pattern
The visual identity features patterns and motifs drawn from steamboat imagery and Steamboat Willie iconography, such as Mickey Mouse and the hotel’s submark.
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SPA-QUALITY BATHROOMS
Outfitted with luxurious soaking tubs and nautical-inspired fixtures, plus bath products scented like “sea breeze” and “citrus splash” for an immersive getaway.
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THE Wheelhouse
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The Wheelhouse, Willie’s Wonder Hotel’s signature dining spot, is a nostalgic nod to riverboat charm and classic American eats, with just the right dash of whimsy. Stepping into The Wheelhouse feels like boarding a 1920s dining cruiser: cozy booths, vintage nautical decor, and gentle jazz tunes set the tone for a meal as memorable as the setting.
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ROOM SERVICE FAVORITES
A special “Willie’s Favorites” menu offers late-night comfort eats like the “Steamboat Burger” and “Toon Town Sundae,” delivered with a smile from staff dressed as bellhops straight out of a vintage film.
website
Hotel concept images made with Adobe Firefly.
Willie's Wonder Hotel is a fictitious brand.
