Vote for the new look of the Local Guides community-owned logo!

[Julie_A]

UPDATE (May 1): We’ve just published the refreshed set of community assets—check them out and get started on your new designs [here]!

UPDATE (Apr 20): A huge thank you to the members of our community who cast their votes! We are now busy preparing the updated program resources based on your selection. We ask for just a little more of your patience while we get everything ready for you. Please stay tuned, we can’t wait to share the final assets with you very soon!

Hi everyone,

Following our announcement regarding the Local Guides visual identity update, we are thrilled to invite you to help shape the next chapter of our community branding!

As we developed the new look for the program, we knew how critical it was to also create a version of the logo specifically for community use. While the official Local Guides logo and badge are reserved for Google’s official use, this new community-facing design is being built so you can celebrate the pride you take in being a Local Guide.

Since this is the symbol that will represent you during your community-owned activities, we wanted to let you decide. Whether you’re organizing a local photowalk or hosting a meetup, the chosen logo will ensure your initiatives are visually aligned with the program’s new look while staying unique to the Local Guides community.

Once this vote is finalized, we will retire the previous community assets (from this post) and publish a new topic with the winning design and instructions for you to download and use.

• Your current swag: If you already have shirts, stickers, or banners with the previous branding, please continue to wear and display them with pride!

• The path forward: For any new materials or events you create, we ask that you adopt the new community branding once it is officially chosen and released.

How to vote

Below, you’ll find two design options we’ve developed, presented on white / dark backgrounds and in black / white versions. We have used “Brooklyn” as an example for the vote but this is where you’ll eventually fill in YOUR local community name

Take a look and think about which one best represents the spirit of your local meetups, initiatives, and community leadership.

• Option A - multiple instances of the Local Guides star in various colors, representing the diversity and globality of our Local Guides community.

• Option B - outline of the Local Guides star with dots, representing the community members supporting the program.

Share your preference below and be sure to cast your vote by April 18.

• Option A
• Option B

We’re excited to see which design you choose!

[shaileno]

@Julie_A

Take a look and think about which one best represents the spirit of your local meetups, initiatives, and community leadership.

Heeeeeey honestly my opinion is option A

BTW congrats backend team Google Maps for new connect platform design specially dear Googler Mohammad

[LaloPadilla]

This is amazing @Julie_A , thanks for making the community vote for the logo.

It’s a tough decision haha

I see the new icon in the browser tab

[NareshDarji]

This is such a fun idea!

Can’t wait to see which design wins, this is exciting! @Julie_A

[ShafiulB]

@Julie_A Wow. New logo for the community! Voting done

We will miss it -

@KatieMcBroom

Multi-colored stickers (English)

But welcoming the new is always more fun and attractive

Happy Guiding!

[JustynaMad]

@Julie_A

where you’ll eventually fill in YOUR local community name

Take a look and think about which one best represents the spirit of your local meetups,

@Julie_A My vote goes to Option A. I feel this design best captures the spirit of our community – the colorful stars perfectly symbolize the energy and diversity of the people around us. It looks so joyful!

[KetanChhaniyara]

Excited for the new updates. Thanks @Julie_A for sharing and communicating these changes with us and also creating a suspense further

Casted my vote, eagerly waiting for the results

[Jesi]

It’s a really tough decision, but I was immediately drawn to option A and like it as it looks like Local Guides moving together (like each uf us a different star?) but, I also like option B, in the way it’s a part of the actual Local Guides logo. For now, I choose A! It could change if I keep thinking or if I’m persuaded

[TusharSuradkar]

This is an exciting new development @Julie_A and both ideas look refreshingly new

My vote goes to option A - since it is a nice transition from the old to the new.

These logos are all amazing and have a modern look

[Kumaarsantosh]

I have cast my vote, and this is exactly how a community collaborates and builds a sense of belonging. Thanks, @Julie_A, for introducing the idea of voting to finalize the design.

[Ssiddharth2000]

Thanks for giving us the option to choose from these beautiful designs @Julie_A I have cast my vote

[Globe_trotter_Ish]

This is super fun @Julie_A ! Thank you for making us all vote for the logo design decision ! Both the designs are amazing , kudos to the design team ! Happy to vote for my favorite one ! Thank you for this opportunity!

[Rahul001]

Thank you @Julie_A for announcing new community logos for our community. Can’t wait to see new official logo .

For me, more stars always represent inclusivity .

[NunungAfuah]

I love the option A! It’s perfect for any swags and social media platform

[Silvi]

Hard decision but I choose the “B” option @Julie_A

[Swathi]

@Julie_A Both ideas feel super fresh I’m leaning toward Option A it’s a nice transition from the old to the new. And honestly, all the logos look amazing and modern.

[Manishhh]

Option A is a clear winner here, resembles with the older logo which was our favourite, appreciate your effort @Julie_A

[Maximilianozalazar]

@Julie_A muy lindo todo!

[MattSchepp]

Vote casted! Was a tough call as I liked them both.

[Viranchi]

Currently A is leading