"Reclaiming Cocoa" is an independent documentary project that delves into the cocoa value chain between Ghana and Switzerland. The film peels back the layers of this complex industry, exposing a system rife with exploitation and deception, linking its origin to Swiss missionaries, and showcasing local change makers that step up to reclaim the value of Ghana’s national resource.

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We began by taking a look at the heart of the project: its purpose, values, and voice. The visual identity reflects that clarity and urgency. A rich, earthy color palette connects to cocoa itself, while strong contrasts and sharp typography express the project’s unapologetic tone. Nothing here is decorative for decoration’s sake – it’s designed to focus attention, ask questions, and spark reflection.

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In designing the Reclaiming Cocoa website, our goal was to create a digital platform that mirrors the project's commitment to transparency and activism. The site's architecture is straightforward yet impactful, guiding users through a journey that begins with historical context and leads to all important details around "Reclaiming Cocoa". Design elements such as asymmetrical layouts, deliberate spacing, strong typographic hierarchy, and color blocking are used to structure content and maintain visual tension, encouraging deeper engagement throughout the site.