PALOUSE PRAIRIE FOUNDATION
The region of southeastern Washington and
adjacent Idaho that has rolling hills on deep soils is
known as the Palouse. On its eastern border, this
region is bounded by the forests of northern Idaho,
and the Snake River forms its southern boundary.
To the north and west, the Palouse is bounded by
areas of flat terrain and shallow soils, places where
the deep soils were scoured away by ice or water
during past glaciations or floods. Palouse Prairie Foundation is a non-profit organization based in Moscow, Idaho, dedicated to preserving and restoring the endangered native Palouse Prairie ecosystem in Latah and Whitman Counties.
Designed by: Joshika Gangiredla and Clara Greer
We designed a simple, circular vintage-style emblem that feels grounded and timeless. At its center, we chose the arrowleaf balsamroot as the primary visual element, which is a plant that is deeply tied to the Palouse Prairie. Its bold, sun-like form and strong silhouette are meant to make it both recognizable and symbolic.
The circular shapes are meant to give a sense of unity and continuity, while speaking the natural rhythms of the prairie landscape. The vintage style enhances the traditional badge and seal signs by giving the mark history and longevity rather than something trendy.
These neutral tones keep the design feeling classic and understated. The sun tone is used more intentionally—as an accent—to draw attention and create moments of emphasis.
We designed a simple, circular vintage-style emblem that feels grounded and timeless. At its center, we chose the arrowleaf balsamroot as the primary visual element, which is a plant that is deeply tied to the Palouse Prairie. Its bold, sun-like form and strong silhouette are meant to make it both recognizable and symbolic.
The circular shapes are meant to give a sense of unity and continuity, while speaking the natural rhythms of the prairie landscape. The vintage style enhances the traditional badge and seal signs by giving the mark history and longevity rather than something trendy.
These neutral tones keep the design feeling classic and understated. The sun tone is used more intentionally—as an accent—to draw attention and create moments of emphasis.
Designed by: Justin Duckworth
With this set of logos, the goal was to explore two directions: creating elements of modern design to form classic silhouettes--stamps, seals, crests, etc-- or developing traditional style symbols that are versatile and can be used in a wide range of contexts without losing their impact.
One variation combines a flower and bird icon to represent the interconnected ecosystems of the Palouse. The composition is meant to emphasize the balance between natural elements.
One variation combines a flower and bird motif to represent the interconnected ecosystem of the Palouse.
The second variation builds on the same flower graphic, placing it within a hand to symbolize care, stewardship, and human connection to the land. The concept focus is more about responsibility than observation, playing towards the idea of tending and preserving the Palouse.
With this set of logos, the goal was to explore two directions: creating elements of modern design to form classic silhouettes--stamps, seals, crests, etc-- or developing traditional style symbols that are versatile and can be used in a wide range of contexts without losing their impact.
One variation combines a flower and bird icon to represent the interconnected ecosystems of the Palouse. The composition is meant to emphasize the balance between natural elements.
One variation combines a flower and bird motif to represent the interconnected ecosystem of the Palouse.
The second variation builds on the same flower graphic, placing it within a hand to symbolize care, stewardship, and human connection to the land. The concept focus is more about responsibility than observation, playing towards the idea of tending and preserving the Palouse.
Designed by: Benichiro Tasaki
These logos take inspiration from the native plant life of the Palouse; each mark symbolizes the organic forms--leaves, petals, and stems-- into clean and intentional shapes that retain recognizability while feeling refined and structured.
The system is also influenced by traditional Japanese family crests, or kamon, which are known for balance, symmetry, and minimalism but are distinctive. The design is meant to emphasize clarity, repetition, and thoughtful use of negative space to create marks that feel timeless rather than decorative.
These logos take inspiration from the native plant life of the Palouse; each mark symbolizes the organic forms--leaves, petals, and stems-- into clean and intentional shapes that retain recognizability while feeling refined and structured.
The system is also influenced by traditional Japanese family crests, or kamon, which are known for balance, symmetry, and minimalism but are distinctive. The design is meant to emphasize clarity, repetition, and thoughtful use of negative space to create marks that feel timeless rather than decorative.