Hamburger America

New York, NY

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The Casso

Raleigh, NC 

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The Casso

Raleigh, NC 

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The Casso

Raleigh, NC 

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The Casso

Raleigh, NC 

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Hamburger America is a must-visit destination for those who crave the unmatched satisfaction of animpeccably crafted burger and the timeless comfort of a classic diner. Opened in 2023 by author,photographer, filmmaker, television personality, and self-proclaimed burger scholar George Motz, there staurant is a love letter to burger traditions across the country. Motz has spent decades chronicling thestory of the American hamburger, beginning with his acclaimed 2004 documentary “Hamburger America”,followed by several books including “The Great American Burger Book,” which has become essential reading for burger enthusiasts. He also hosts “Burger Scholar Sessions,” a popular show in which he travels the United States exploring the nuances of regional burger styles. Inside Hamburger America’s intimate luncheonette setting at 51 MacDougal Street, griddle-side stools and yellow-upholstered booths set the stage for a menu anchored by Motz’s signature Oklahoma-style fried onion burger and his take on the iconic smash burger. Hungry guests are also invited to enjoy monthly specials, golden fries, nostalgic sandwiches, sweets and drinks, all prepared with a devotion to authenticity. Praised by critics for its precision and reverence for tradition, Hamburger America represents the culmination of a lifelong mission to preserve, honor and celebrate the story of our nation’s most beloved food.

Originally opened in 2020 as Origin Raleigh, a Wyndham Hotel, this 126-guest room property boasts its own meeting and event spaces, fitness facility, and full-service restaurant and bar, Good Day Good Night. The standout hotel is conveniently situated at the intersection of the downtown Warehouse and Glenwood South Districts, a short walk from the convention center and the best entertainment Raleigh has to offer. In recent years, the Warehouse District has been reborn as a center for arts and culture, while Glenwood South has become a popular hotspot amongst an exploding population of young professionals. Together, these neighborhoods have become well-known for their diverse mix of art venues and galleries, the city’s best restaurants, breweries and nightlife, a high concentration of co-working spaces and innovative businesses, and a rapidly growing residential base. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and the shift in consumer demands that resulted, hotel ownership saw an opportunity to better distinguish itself through a distinct, local narrative and fresh approach to travel. In joining Marriott’s Tribute Portfolio of boutique hotels, they planned to attract the independent thinker in search of a destination that would illuminate the Raleighite way of life.
 

Originally opened in 2020 as Origin Raleigh, a Wyndham Hotel, this 126-guest room property boasts its own meeting and event spaces, fitness facility, and full-service restaurant and bar, Good Day Good Night. The standout hotel is conveniently situated at the intersection of the downtown Warehouse and Glenwood South Districts, a short walk from the convention center and the best entertainment Raleigh has to offer. In recent years, the Warehouse District has been reborn as a center for arts and culture, while Glenwood South has become a popular hotspot amongst an exploding population of young professionals. Together, these neighborhoods have become well-known for their diverse mix of art venues and galleries, the city’s best restaurants, breweries and nightlife, a high concentration of co-working spaces and innovative businesses, and a rapidly growing residential base. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and the shift in consumer demands that resulted, hotel ownership saw an opportunity to better distinguish itself through a distinct, local narrative and fresh approach to travel. In joining Marriott’s Tribute Portfolio of boutique hotels, they planned to attract the independent thinker in search of a destination that would illuminate the Raleighite way of life.
 

Originally opened in 2020 as Origin Raleigh, a Wyndham Hotel, this 126-guest room property boasts its own meeting and event spaces, fitness facility, and full-service restaurant and bar, Good Day Good Night. The standout hotel is conveniently situated at the intersection of the downtown Warehouse and Glenwood South Districts, a short walk from the convention center and the best entertainment Raleigh has to offer. In recent years, the Warehouse District has been reborn as a center for arts and culture, while Glenwood South has become a popular hotspot amongst an exploding population of young professionals. Together, these neighborhoods have become well-known for their diverse mix of art venues and galleries, the city’s best restaurants, breweries and nightlife, a high concentration of co-working spaces and innovative businesses, and a rapidly growing residential base. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and the shift in consumer demands that resulted, hotel ownership saw an opportunity to better distinguish itself through a distinct, local narrative and fresh approach to travel. In joining Marriott’s Tribute Portfolio of boutique hotels, they planned to attract the independent thinker in search of a destination that would illuminate the Raleighite way of life.
 

Originally opened in 2020 as Origin Raleigh, a Wyndham Hotel, this 126-guest room property boasts its own meeting and event spaces, fitness facility, and full-service restaurant and bar, Good Day Good Night. The standout hotel is conveniently situated at the intersection of the downtown Warehouse and Glenwood South Districts, a short walk from the convention center and the best entertainment Raleigh has to offer. In recent years, the Warehouse District has been reborn as a center for arts and culture, while Glenwood South has become a popular hotspot amongst an exploding population of young professionals. Together, these neighborhoods have become well-known for their diverse mix of art venues and galleries, the city’s best restaurants, breweries and nightlife, a high concentration of co-working spaces and innovative businesses, and a rapidly growing residential base. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and the shift in consumer demands that resulted, hotel ownership saw an opportunity to better distinguish itself through a distinct, local narrative and fresh approach to travel. In joining Marriott’s Tribute Portfolio of boutique hotels, they planned to attract the independent thinker in search of a destination that would illuminate the Raleighite way of life.
 

SERVICES

Logo Design
Menu Design
Collateral Design
Packaging Design
Signage Design
Merchandise & Apparel
Social Media Graphics
Brand Guidelines

SERVICES

Brand Architecture
Strategic Brand Positioning
Strategic Brand Messaging
Naming
Logo Design
Collateral Design
Signage Design
Sales & Marketing Materials
Creative Copywriting

SERVICES

Brand Architecture
Strategic Brand Positioning
Strategic Brand Messaging
Naming
Logo Design
Collateral Design
Signage Design
Sales & Marketing Materials
Creative Copywriting

SERVICES

Brand Architecture
Strategic Brand Positioning
Strategic Brand Messaging
Naming
Logo Design
Collateral Design
Signage Design
Sales & Marketing Materials
Creative Copywriting

SERVICES

Brand Architecture
Strategic Brand Positioning
Strategic Brand Messaging
Naming
Logo Design
Collateral Design
Signage Design
Sales & Marketing Materials
Creative Copywriting

A long-time friend of Green Olive’s founder, Jeff Moore — a burger fanatic in his own right — George Motzreached out to our creative team when he announced he would be opening a burger joint named after hisbestselling book and James Beard Award-nominated documentary film. From the start, it was clear we were a natural fit to bring the Hamburger America brand to life as a restaurant. We understood not only his deep respect for the hamburger and its place in American culture, but also his vision for a concept that would be approachable, entertaining, and full of personality. Part fast-food restaurant, part shrine to roadside heritage, it is a place that celebrates nostalgia in a genuine way, steering clear of the manufactured, chain-style retro of eateries like Johnny Rockets to showcase the culinary history that shaped the nation, one burger at a time. In the months leading up to the grand opening, our team closely collaborated with Motz to craft a visual system that felt rooted in authenticity rather than kitsch or corporate cliché. Every element was designed to evoke a living piece of Americana, full of grit, history and charm. The project spanned identity, signage, menus, packaging, apparel, and marketing collateral, all with the goal of transporting guests into a bygoneera. The overall aesthetic pays homage to hand-painted signage and classic diner motifs, perfectly complementing the restaurant’s vintage-inspired interiors, throwback fixtures, and curated collection of ephemera sourced from old menus, advertisements, photos, and souvenirs. Every detail, from typefaces tocolor choices, was meticulously considered to ensure that Hamburger America feels both timeless and playful, a place where the history of the burger and the joy of eating one seamlessly converge

With an aggressive timeline in place, Green Olive Media was engaged to help steer and execute this transition. Selected for our extensive hotel, restaurant and bar experience, we brought a keen understanding of both the hospitality industry and the Raleigh market to the table. Our first task was to immerse ourselves in the brand architecture, developing a comprehensive document outlining long-term strategy. In communicating exactly what hotel is and isn’t, we defined its objectives, goals and values while paying close attention to Raleigh’s competitive landscape, equipping ownership and management teams with the tools to articulate the brand direction, purpose and positioning as clearly as possible. Once those parameters were established, we explored a name for the hotel, providing the foundation for a thoughtful backstory capitalizing upon the city’s rich history and legacy. Logo design — supported by a system of designed touchpoints ranging from signage to in-room collateral and sales materials — soon followed, ensuring a visual solution befitting the hotel’s stylishly bold interiors.
 

With an aggressive timeline in place, Green Olive Media was engaged to help steer and execute this transition. Selected for our extensive hotel, restaurant and bar experience, we brought a keen understanding of both the hospitality industry and the Raleigh market to the table. Our first task was to immerse ourselves in the brand architecture, developing a comprehensive document outlining long-term strategy. In communicating exactly what hotel is and isn’t, we defined its objectives, goals and values while paying close attention to Raleigh’s competitive landscape, equipping ownership and management teams with the tools to articulate the brand direction, purpose and positioning as clearly as possible. Once those parameters were established, we explored a name for the hotel, providing the foundation for a thoughtful backstory capitalizing upon the city’s rich history and legacy. Logo design — supported by a system of designed touchpoints ranging from signage to in-room collateral and sales materials — soon followed, ensuring a visual solution befitting the hotel’s stylishly bold interiors.
 

With an aggressive timeline in place, Green Olive Media was engaged to help steer and execute this transition. Selected for our extensive hotel, restaurant and bar experience, we brought a keen understanding of both the hospitality industry and the Raleigh market to the table. Our first task was to immerse ourselves in the brand architecture, developing a comprehensive document outlining long-term strategy. In communicating exactly what hotel is and isn’t, we defined its objectives, goals and values while paying close attention to Raleigh’s competitive landscape, equipping ownership and management teams with the tools to articulate the brand direction, purpose and positioning as clearly as possible. Once those parameters were established, we explored a name for the hotel, providing the foundation for a thoughtful backstory capitalizing upon the city’s rich history and legacy. Logo design — supported by a system of designed touchpoints ranging from signage to in-room collateral and sales materials — soon followed, ensuring a visual solution befitting the hotel’s stylishly bold interiors.
 

With an aggressive timeline in place, Green Olive Media was engaged to help steer and execute this transition. Selected for our extensive hotel, restaurant and bar experience, we brought a keen understanding of both the hospitality industry and the Raleigh market to the table. Our first task was to immerse ourselves in the brand architecture, developing a comprehensive document outlining long-term strategy. In communicating exactly what hotel is and isn’t, we defined its objectives, goals and values while paying close attention to Raleigh’s competitive landscape, equipping ownership and management teams with the tools to articulate the brand direction, purpose and positioning as clearly as possible. Once those parameters were established, we explored a name for the hotel, providing the foundation for a thoughtful backstory capitalizing upon the city’s rich history and legacy. Logo design — supported by a system of designed touchpoints ranging from signage to in-room collateral and sales materials — soon followed, ensuring a visual solution befitting the hotel’s stylishly bold interiors.
 

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