Inter leones et coram populo
The logo of Vincenzo Capirola High School combines a wordmark with the pictogram of two stylophorous lions — ancient stone sculptures standing in front of the Abbey in the town of Leno, near Brescia. More than decorative elements, these lions carry deep historical and cultural significance.
The design process began with the stylophorous lions of Leno Abbey — guardians of knowledge and symbols of the town's identity. Their distinctive manes, rendered with diamond-shaped wave patterns, became the visual signature of the pictogram: a geometric abstraction of heritage, strength and institutional authority.
The logo works across scales and contexts — from wall-mounted signage in the school's conference room to outdoor billboard applications. The colour system combines institutional navy blue with a bold academic yellow, nodding to the historical portrait of Vincenzo Capirola himself.
The identity extends into a complete stationery system — business cards, letterhead, envelopes and Open Day brochures. A wayfinding icon system was also developed to help students and visitors navigate the school's different academic programmes: Liceo Scientifico, Liceo Linguistico and Liceo delle Scienze Umane.