Dimitris Lazaridis, Award-Winning Designer | Branding Expert | Marketing Strategist I’m Dimitris Lazaridis, a six-time internationally awarded designer and co-founder of Alpha Nicholson, a creative marketing and communication agency based in Athens, Greece. With over 15 years of experience in branding, graphic design, packaging, and marketing strategy, I specialize in helping luxury food brands, tourism organizations, and high-end real estate projects, hospitality & restaurants stand out through bold, authentic storytelling and powerful visuals. My work includes the internationally acclaimed Proton Olive Oil bottle, as well as branding projects for premium food brands, luxury resorts, hotels, and restaurants all over the world. As a creative director and strategist, I have worked with clients such as Marriott Hotels, Nammos World, the Jordanian Tourism Board, Costa Navarino, Mykonian Restaurants, blending design excellence with performance, driven marketing. Whether you need a brand identity, packaging concept, pitch deck, or a full marketing campaign, I deliver high-level work that’s both beautiful and effective. Let’s build something unforgettable together. 📍 Based in Athens | Available for remote collaborations worldwide 🏆 Multi-award winner | World Packaging Design Awards | Global Hospitality Design Recognitions 📩 Let's connect — open to freelance gigs, collaborations, and partnerships!

Dimitris Lazaridis, Award-Winning Designer | Branding Expert | Marketing Strategist I’m Dimitris Lazaridis, a six-time internationally awarded designer and co-founder of Alpha Nicholson, a creative marketing and communication agency based in Athens, Greece. With over 15 years of experience in branding, graphic design, packaging, and marketing strategy, I specialize in helping luxury food brands, tourism organizations, and high-end real estate projects, hospitality & restaurants stand out through bold, authentic storytelling and powerful visuals. My work includes the internationally acclaimed Proton Olive Oil bottle, as well as branding projects for premium food brands, luxury resorts, hotels, and restaurants all over the world. As a creative director and strategist, I have worked with clients such as Marriott Hotels, Nammos World, the Jordanian Tourism Board, Costa Navarino, Mykonian Restaurants, blending design excellence with performance, driven marketing. Whether you need a brand identity, packaging concept, pitch deck, or a full marketing campaign, I deliver high-level work that’s both beautiful and effective. Let’s build something unforgettable together. 📍 Based in Athens | Available for remote collaborations worldwide 🏆 Multi-award winner | World Packaging Design Awards | Global Hospitality Design Recognitions 📩 Let's connect — open to freelance gigs, collaborations, and partnerships!

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Dimitris Lazaridis, Award-Winning Designer | Branding Expert | Marketing Strategist
I’m Dimitris Lazaridis, a six-time internationally awarded designer and co-founder of Alpha Nicholson, a creative marketing and communication agency based in Athens, Greece.
With over 15 years of experience in branding, graphic design, packaging, and marketing strategy, I specialize in helping luxury food brands, tourism organizations, and high-end real estate projects, hospitality & restaurants stand out through bold, authentic storytelling and powerful visuals.

My work includes the internationally acclaimed Proton Olive Oil bottle, as well as branding projects for premium food brands, luxury resorts, hotels, and restaurants all over the world.

As a creative director and strategist, I have worked with clients such as Marriott Hotels, Nammos World, the Jordanian Tourism Board, Costa Navarino, Mykonian Restaurants, blending design excellence with performance, driven marketing.

Whether you need a brand identity, packaging concept, pitch deck, or a full marketing campaign, I deliver high-level work that’s both beautiful and effective.

Let’s build something unforgettable together.

📍 Based in Athens | Available for remote collaborations worldwide
🏆 Multi-award winner | World Packaging Design Awards | Global Hospitality Design Recognitions

📩 Let’s connect — open to freelance gigs, collaborations, and partnerships!

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English
Fluent
German
Intermediate
Greek, Modern
Fluent

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Qualifications

A Design Award Winner Packaging
June 28, 2014 - June 28, 2014
Proton Olive Oil
Paris Design Awards Packaging
June 28, 2018 - June 28, 2018
Proton Olive Oil

Industry Experience

Travel & Hospitality, Consumer Goods, Media & Entertainment, Real Estate & Construction, Telecommunications, Agriculture & Mining
    uniE621 Proton Olive Oil – Award-Winning Packaging Design
    Proton is not just an olive oil, it’s a design statement. I created the iconic bottle concept that redefined luxury in olive oil packaging, combining minimalism with Greek heritage. This project earned multiple international design awards and became a benchmark in premium food branding. logo graphicdesigner webdesigner illustrator branding designer
    uniE621 Aficionados Restaurant – World Design Award
    For Aficionados, a refined restaurant in Thessaloniki, I created a bespoke logo and packaging design that embodies the brand’s culinary elegance and modern character. The visual identity blends contemporary minimalism with gourmet sophistication, resulting in a cohesive brand experience. The project was honored with a World Design Award, recognizing its excellence in concept, execution, and aesthetic impact. logodesign packagingdesign branding awardwinning graphicdesigner
    uniE621 Loutraki Water – Packaging Label Design
    I designed the new label and packaging concept for Loutraki Water, inspired by the purity and heritage of its natural springs. The design balances elegance and clarity, reinforcing the brand’s identity as a trusted source of refreshment while standing out on the shelf in a competitive market. graphicdesigner illustrator branding designer logo
    uniE621 Eftichia Pasta – Logo & Packaging Design
    For Eftichia, a traditional pasta brand, I designed a logo and packaging concept that honors Greek culinary heritage with a modern twist. The visual identity captures the warmth and authenticity of homemade pasta, using earthy tones, hand-drawn elements, and classic typography to evoke a sense of comfort and quality on every shelf. packagingdesign logodesign foodbranding pastadesign graphicdesigner greekproducts
    uniE621 Bake Rolls Packaging Design
    For Bake Rolls, I designed a modern and vibrant packaging concept that highlights the brand’s dedication to crispiness, quality, and flavor. Using bold colors, clean layouts, and appetite-appealing visuals, the design stands out on the shelf while communicating freshness and Greek baking tradition in a contemporary way. packagingdesign bakerolls foodbranding greekproducts graphicdesigner snackpackaging
    uniE621 Archangelidis Wine Packaging Design
    For Archangelidis Wine, I designed a sophisticated bottle label that reflects the brand’s dedication to quality winemaking and refined taste. The concept combines elegant typography, minimal graphic elements, and a balanced color palette, creating a visual identity that stands out on the shelf while capturing the timeless spirit of the vineyard. packagingdesign winelabeldesign branding graphicdesigner greekwines elegantbranding
    uniE621 Greek Jams Packaging
    For Cretan, a family-owned brand known for its high-quality fruit preserves, I designed a series of jar labels that highlight the brand’s natural ingredients and homemade character. The packaging combines fresh color palettes, clean typography, and subtle traditional details to create a visually appealing and trustworthy look—perfectly suited for both local shelves and international markets. packagingdesign jarlabeldesign foodbranding graphicdesigner greekproducts fruitpreserves
    uniE621 Cretan Goat Cheese
    For this authentic Cretan goat cheese, I designed a packaging label that reflects the product’s rich tradition, purity, and artisanal origin. Featuring earthy tones, hand-drawn textures, and classic Greek typography, the design communicates quality and authenticity—capturing the essence of the Cretan landscape in every detail. packagingdesign cheeselabeldesign cretanproducts foodbranding greekcheese graphicdesigner
    uniE621 Cretan Pasta Packaging
    For this traditional Cretan pasta line, I designed a packaging concept that honors the rich culinary heritage of the island. Incorporating hand-drawn illustrations, earthy textures, and vintage-inspired typography, the design evokes a sense of authenticity, craftsmanship, and homemade quality—bringing the soul of Crete to every kitchen. packagingdesign pasta cretanproducts foodbranding graphicdesigner traditionaltaste
    uniE621 Cretan Rusks Packaging
    For Cretan Rusks, a brand rooted in Greek baking tradition, I created a packaging design that reflects authenticity, simplicity, and artisanal quality. The visual identity uses natural textures, rustic color palettes, and traditional motifs to evoke the essence of handmade, oven-baked goodness—designed to stand out while staying true to its heritage. packagingdesign foodbranding rusks graphicdesigner greekproducts artisanbakery logo
    uniE621 Greek Pies Packaging
    For Greek Pies, a brand celebrating authentic Greek pies made with passion and tradition, I designed a packaging concept that captures homemade flavor and rustic charm. The design features hand-drawn elements, warm colors, and classic typography, creating an approachable and appetizing presence that evokes the comfort of a pie made “with meraki.” packagingdesign foodbranding greekpies graphicdesigner authenticflavor
    uniE621 Cretan Rusks Packaging
    For Cretan Rusks, a brand rooted in Cretan tradition, I created a packaging design that emphasizes the purity and artisanal quality of the product. Featuring earth-toned palettes, clean lines, and traditional typography, the design captures the essence of handmade rusks while offering a strong, authentic presence on modern retail shelves. packagingdesign foodbranding rusks greekproducts graphicdesigner cretanheritage