Brand Guidelines v1.1
Brand Identity System
Gotham Healthcare

Gotham Healthcare Brand Guidelines

The complete design system, voice guidelines, and component specifications for Gotham Healthcare's digital presence. Built for consistency across every touchpoint.

Version
1.1
Updated
February 2026
Prepared by
zen2.ai
Client
Gotham Healthcare Partners LLC
Section 01

Brand Foundation

1.1 About

About Gotham Healthcare

Gotham Healthcare Partners LLC is a licensed Medicare insurance agency helping seniors navigate Medicare plan selection across all 50 states. Founded with 25+ years of combined industry experience, the company partners with 30+ insurance carriers to provide unbiased plan comparisons at no cost to clients.

Headquarters: 6700 N. Andrews Ave. Suite 712, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309

1.2 Mission

Brand Mission

To simplify Medicare for seniors by providing expert, personalized guidance without pressure or cost β€” empowering informed healthcare decisions.

1.3 Values

Brand Values

ValueExpression
TrustworthinessLicensed agents, transparent process, no hidden fees
SimplicityMaking complex Medicare decisions easy to understand
Service100% free to clients, putting their needs first
Expertise25+ years experience, partnerships with 30+ carriers
AccessibilityNationwide coverage, bilingual support (EN/ES)
1.4 Audiences

Target Audiences

πŸ“Š Primary: Investors & Business Partners

Evaluating company credibility, scale, and growth potential. Looking for professional presentation and market position. Interested in leadership visibility, carrier relationships, and operational maturity.

πŸ‘€ Secondary: Medicare Beneficiaries

Age 65+ or qualifying disabled individuals seeking unbiased plan comparison. Value personal service over automated tools. May prefer phone consultation. Geographic focus on South Florida with nationwide reach.

1.5 Positioning

Brand Positioning

πŸ’¬
Positioning Statement

For seniors navigating Medicare choices, Gotham Healthcare is the trusted partner that makes plan selection simple and stress-free, because we combine decades of expertise with genuinely free, personalized service β€” unlike transactional comparison websites or high-pressure sales operations.

DifferentiatorDetail
Personal guidanceLicensed agent (not a call center)
Free serviceCompensated by carriers, never the client
No-pressure approachConsultative, not transactional
Multi-carrier access30+ carrier options compared
Bilingual supportEnglish and Spanish
Section 02

Visual Identity

2.1 Logo

Logo System

The primary logo is a square format featuring the "GH" letterform set against a city skyline silhouette with a caduceus-topped spire and the Gotham Healthcare wordmark below. Two variants exist: the full-color version for light backgrounds, and a CSS-inverted monochrome white version for dark backgrounds (used on the live site via filter/invert effects).

Gotham Healthcare logo β€” light background Primary β€” Light Backgrounds
Gotham Healthcare logo β€” dark background Inverted β€” Dark Backgrounds (CSS)
VariantFile / MethodUsage
Primary (Square)gotham-logo.pngLight backgrounds, all standard contexts
Inverted (White)CSS: filter: brightness(0) invert(1)Dark / navy backgrounds
Favicon onlyfavicon.ico (GH monogram)Browser tab only β€” never in content
ContextMin HeightRecommended
Website Navigation58px (mobile)70–91px (desktop)
Footer48px48px
Social Media Profile180px400px+
Print (business cards)0.5"0.75"
⚠️
Favicon vs. Logo

A simplified "GH" monogram is used as the browser favicon only. It should not appear in any other context β€” always use the full Gotham Healthcare logo shown above for navigation, headers, print materials, and all brand touchpoints.

Clear Space: Maintain padding equal to the height of the "G" letter around all sides.

βœ• Logo Don'ts

  • Rotate or skew the logo
  • Change colors outside approved palette
  • Place on busy backgrounds without contrast
  • Add effects (drop shadows, gradients, outlines)
  • Crop or modify any part of the logo
  • Place text too close to the logo
2.2 Philosophy

Design Philosophy

The Gotham Healthcare visual identity is characterized by warm backgrounds, geometric sans-serif typography, subtle premium animations, generous whitespace, card-based layouts, and desaturated accent colors.

🎨 Warm, Not Sterile

Cream and warm beige backgrounds replace harsh whites. The palette feels inviting and approachable rather than clinical.

✨ Premium, Not Flashy

Subtle animations and desaturated gold tones project quality without appearing cheap or over-designed.

πŸ—οΈ Structured Hierarchy

Card-based layouts and generous whitespace create clear visual organization that builds trust with both seniors and investors.

🎯
Core Principle

Sophisticated healthcare aesthetics that inspire trust with both seniors and investors, avoiding both dated corporate blue/gray and trendy startup vibes.

Section 03

Typography

3.1 Typeface

Plus Jakarta Sans

A geometric sans-serif with modern, friendly characteristics similar to SΓΆhne and Graphik. Available free via Google Fonts.

CSS
font-family: 'Plus Jakarta Sans', -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;
3.2 Scale

Type Scale

DisplayMedicare made easy48–60px / 500 / 1.05
H1Comprehensive Solutions36–48px / 500 / 1.1
H2Your Trusted Partner30–36px / 500 / 1.1
H3Medicare Advantage24–30px / 500 / 1.1
H4Subsection Heading20–24px / 600 / 1.3
Body LgOur licensed agents compare plans from 30+ carriers.18px / 400 / 1.6
BodyFinding the perfect Medicare plan has never been easier.16px / 400 / 1.6
Body SmWe do not offer every plan available in your area.14px / 400 / 1.5
CaptionPART C COVERAGE12px / 500 / caps
3.3 Treatments

Typography Treatments

Standard Heading

Medicare made easy

font-weight: 500;
letter-spacing: -0.03em;
color: #1D3344;

Italic Brand Accent

Medicare made easy with Gotham

font-style: italic;
font-weight: 400;
/* Lighter than surrounding */
✦
Animated Gradient Text

Reserved for the hero "with Gotham" only. A subtle gold shimmer sweeps across on a 15-second cycle using background-clip: text with desaturated gold (#D4B052). Must respect prefers-reduced-motion.

βœ“ Typography Do's

  • Use Plus Jakarta Sans exclusively
  • Keep weights at 400+ for senior readability
  • Left-align all body paragraphs
  • Use tight letter-spacing on headings only
  • Limit ALL CAPS to 2–3 word labels

βœ• Typography Don'ts

  • Use Inter, Roboto, or system fonts
  • Use weights below 400
  • Apply letter-spacing to body text
  • Center-align paragraphs
  • Use ALL CAPS for more than 2–3 words
Section 04

Color System

4.1 Primary

Primary Palette

Navy
#1D3344
Primary text, buttons, icons
Gold
#F5B800
Accents, CTAs, highlights
Cream
#FDFAF7
Primary background
4.2 Extended

Extended Palette

Navy Variations

Navy Dark
#162836
Hover states, emphasis
Navy Light
#2A4558
Secondary elements

Gold Variations

Gold Dark
#D9A400
Hover states
Gold Light
#FFD54F
Glows, highlights
Aa
Gold Text
#654F0A
Text on light BGs (WCAG AA)

Background Variations

Cream Dark
#F5F2EF
Subtle differentiation
Warm Beige
#EFD6C1
Section alternation
Light Blue
#E3EAEF
Section alternation

Neutrals (Slate Scale)

Slate 800
#1e293b
Body text
Slate 600
#475569
Secondary text
Slate 400
#94a3b8
Placeholders
Slate 200
#e2e8f0
Borders
4.3 Rules

Color Application Rules

ContextElementColor
Light BGPrimary text#1D3344 Navy
Secondary text#475569 Slate 600
Gold accent text#654F0A Gold Text β€” never bright gold
Dark BGPrimary text#FFFFFF White
Secondary textWhite at 80% opacity
Accent text#F5B800 Gold
ButtonsPrimary CTANavy bg, white/cream text
Secondary CTAGold bg, navy-dark text
Ghost/outlineTransparent with navy border
BackgroundsPage default#FDFAF7 Cream
Hero cardsGradient: #F5F2EF β†’ #EFEAE7
FooterNavy with slight darkening overlay
4.4 Contrast

Color Contrast (WCAG 2.1)

Navy on Cream
10.2 : 1AAA
Gold Text on White
7.8 : 1AAA
White on Navy
10.2 : 1AAA
Gold on Navy
5.9 : 1AA

βœ“ Color Do's

  • Use Gold Text (#654F0A) for gold-tone text on light BGs
  • Use Navy or Slate 900 instead of pure black
  • Use Cream (#FDFAF7) as default page background
  • Keep the palette intentionally muted and desaturated

βœ• Color Don'ts

  • Use bright gold (#F5B800) for text on light backgrounds
  • Use pure black (#000000) or pure white (#FFFFFF) backgrounds
  • Create purple/blue gradients (generic AI aesthetic)
  • Oversaturate β€” Gotham palette is intentionally muted
Section 05

Voice & Tone

5.1 Attributes

Brand Voice Attributes

AttributeDescriptionExample
TrustworthyHonest, transparent, no hype"No pressure, no obligation β€” just honest guidance"
WarmPersonal, caring, not corporate"We're here to help" not "Our representatives are standing by"
ClearSimple language, no jargon"Medicare made easy" not "Streamlined enrollment solutions"
ConfidentAuthoritative without arrogance"25+ years experience" not "Industry-leading expertise"
SupportiveAcknowledges concerns, offers help"Navigating Medicare shouldn't be complicated"
5.2 Context

Tone by Context

ContextToneExample
Hero / HeadlinesConfident, inviting"Medicare made easy with Gotham"
Service descriptionsInformative, helpful"Medicare Advantage plans combine your hospital and medical coverage…"
CTAsDirect, warm"Get Free Consultation"
Contact / SupportReassuring, available"We're here to help. Call or send us a message…"
Legal / ComplianceClear, honest"We do not offer every plan available in your area…"
5.3 Pillars

Key Messaging Pillars

1. Simplicity

Lead with "Medicare made easy." Acknowledge complexity, promise clarity. Avoid overwhelming with options.

2. Trust

Emphasize licensed agents and years of experience. Show: 25+ years, 30+ carrier partners. Prove the no-cost, no-pressure approach.

3. Service

Highlight personalized attention and free consultations. "We work for you, not the insurance companies." Guidance through the entire process.

4. Coverage

Scale: All 50 states, 30+ carriers. Variety: All Medicare plan types. Convenience: Compare everything in one place.

5.4 Writing

Writing Guidelines

βœ“ Do

  • Use "we" and "our" (personal, not corporate)
  • Keep sentences short (15–20 words ideal)
  • Lead with benefits, not features
  • Include specific numbers ("25+ years" not "decades")
  • Use active voice

βœ• Don't

  • Use Medicare jargon without explanation
  • Make savings promises (compliance issue)
  • Use superlatives without proof ("best," "cheapest")
  • Write in passive voice
  • Use exclamation points (unprofessional)
5.5 CTAs

CTA Language

βœ“ Approved CTAs

  • "Get Free Consultation" (primary)
  • "Get a Quote" (service cards)
  • "Send Message" (contact form)
  • "Call Now" (with phone number)
  • "Learn More" (informational)

βœ• Avoid

  • "Sign Up" (implies commitment)
  • "Buy Now" (too transactional)
  • "Limited Time" (pressure tactics)
  • "Act Fast" (pressure tactics)
5.6 Spanish

Spanish Language (Latin American)

🌐
Bilingual Requirements

Use "usted" form throughout (formal, respectful). Target Latin American dialect for South Florida context. Maintain the same warm, trustworthy, professional tone. Key phrase: "Medicare hecho fΓ‘cil." All copy must be professionally translated β€” never machine translation.

5.7 Compliance

CMS Compliance Disclaimer

⚠️
Required on All Medicare Marketing

"We do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 30+ organizations which offer a variety of products in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options."

Placement: Footer area, above copyright. Must be clear, readable, and not hidden or minimized.

Section 06

Design Patterns

6.1 Buttons

Button System

Interactive Preview
TypeBackgroundTextBorderUse Case
PrimaryNavyWhite/CreamNoneMain CTAs
SecondaryGoldNavy DarkNonePhone CTAs
GhostTransparentNavy1.5px NavySecondary actions
Ghost GoldTransparent β†’ GoldNavy1.5px GoldService cards
CSS
/* All buttons */
padding: 1rem 2rem;
border-radius: 9999px;      /* Pill shape */
font-size: 1rem;           /* 16px β€” NEVER 18px */
font-weight: 500–600;
transition: all 0.35s cubic-bezier(0.4, 0, 0.2, 1);
6.2 Cards

Card System

Standard Card

White background, 16px radius, 2rem padding, subtle shadow. The default content container.

border-radius: 1rem;
box-shadow: 0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);

Premium Card

Standard card + 3px gradient border top (navy β†’ gold). Scales to 4px and lifts 8px on hover.

Hero Card

Warm gradient background with 20px border radius. Used for featured hero content.

6.3 Badges

Badge System

Badge Examples
Part C Coverage Medigap Prescription Coverage βœ“ Licensed Agents πŸ†“ 100% Free
6.4 Forms

Form Elements

Form Preview
6.5 Spacing

Spacing System

ElementDesktopMobile
Section padding (vertical)96px (6rem)64px (4rem)
Card grid gap24–32px16–24px
Form field gap16–24px16px
Container max-width1040pxFull – 48px
Nav container max-width1344pxFull – 48px
Side padding24px24px
Section 07

Animation & Motion

7.1 Timing

Timing Functions & Durations

NameValue / DurationUsage
Ease Standardcubic-bezier(0.4, 0, 0.2, 1)Most transitions
Ease Incubic-bezier(0.4, 0, 1, 1)Elements exiting
Ease Outcubic-bezier(0, 0, 0.2, 1)Elements entering
Ease Bouncecubic-bezier(0.34, 1.56, 0.64, 1)Playful interactions
Fast150msMicro-interactions
Base300msStandard transitions
Slow500msPage/section transitions
Slower600msEntrance animations
7.2 Hover

Hover & Interaction Effects

Lift
translateY(-2 to -8px)
Glow
gold box-shadow 20px
Scale
1.02–1.15Γ—
Fade Up
0.6s entrance
ElementLift AmountNotes
Buttons2px+ scale 1.02 + subtle glow
Cards4–8px+ deeper shadow
Badges2–4px+ gold ring accent
7.3 Entrance

Entrance Animations

CSS
/* Fade In Up β€” primary entrance */
@keyframes fadeInUp {
  from { opacity: 0; transform: translateY(20px); }
  to   { opacity: 1; transform: translateY(0); }
}
animation: fadeInUp 0.6s ease forwards;

/* Stagger Pattern */
.item:nth-child(1) { animation-delay: 0.1s; }
.item:nth-child(2) { animation-delay: 0.2s; }
.item:nth-child(3) { animation-delay: 0.3s; }
7.4 Signature

Signature Animations

AnimationElementDetails
Letter WaveHero CTA buttonEach letter in <span>, translateY(-2px) staggered on hover
Gradient PulseHero headline15s cycle, gold highlight sweeps "with Gotham" β€” almost subliminal
Flowing WavesHero backgroundAnimated SVG sine curves, 50s cycle, 4.2% opacity

βœ“ Motion Do's

  • Use transform and opacity for animations (GPU-accelerated)
  • Keep UI element animations under 1 second
  • Always respect prefers-reduced-motion
  • Stagger children for entrance sequences

βœ• Motion Don'ts

  • Animate layout properties (width, height, padding)
  • Use animations longer than 1s for UI elements
  • Use bounce/spring on text
  • Animate multiple things simultaneously
Section 08

Imagery Guidelines

8.1 Photography

Photography Style

πŸ“Έ Subject Matter

Senior individuals and couples with warm, natural lighting. Clean, light backgrounds. Genuine expressions (not forced smiles). Active, healthy lifestyle depictions.

βš™οΈ Technical Requirements

High resolution (2Γ— for retina). WebP format preferred (90% smaller than PNG). Transparent backgrounds for hero images. Consistent warm color grading.

🎭 Mood

Optimistic but realistic. Warm and approachable. Professional but not clinical. Diverse representation.

8.2 Illustrations

Decorative Illustrations

PropertySpecification
StyleMedical/healthcare themed, line art or simple vectors
TreatmentDesaturated (grayscale via CSS filter), very low opacity (5–8%)
Approved elementsStethoscope, Caduceus, Rx symbol, Medical cross, Clipboard, Shield
PlacementAsymmetric, diagonal visual flow, counter-rotation (+8Β°, -5Β°)
ResponsiveHidden on mobile
8.3 Icons

Icon System

PropertySpecification
StyleLine icons, 1.5–2px stroke weight
ColorsNavy primary, Gold for accents, White on dark BGs
SizesSmall: 16px Β· Medium: 20px Β· Large: 24px Β· Feature: 40–48px (in colored circles)

βœ• Image Don'ts

  • Use stock photos with watermarks
  • Use images with dated styling (1990s–2000s aesthetic)
  • Use clip art or overly medical/clinical imagery
  • Use images with text overlays
  • Use low-resolution or pixelated images
Section 09

Accessibility

9.1 Contrast

Color Contrast

All text must meet WCAG 2.1 AA standards: normal text at 4.5:1 minimum, large text (18px+) at 3:1 minimum.

Navy on Cream
10.2 : 1AAA
Gold Text on White
7.8 : 1AAA
White on Navy
10.2 : 1AAA
Gold on Navy
5.9 : 1AA
9.2 States

Interactive States

All interactive elements must have visible focus indicators, hover states, active/pressed states, and disabled states (when applicable).

CSS
/* Focus Style */
outline: 2px solid #1D3344;
outline-offset: 2px;
9.3 Motion

Motion Preferences

All animations must respect the user's system preferences:

CSS
@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {
  * {
    animation: none !important;
    transition: none !important;
  }
}
9.4 Semantic

Semantic HTML

RequirementDetail
Heading hierarchyProper h1 β†’ h2 β†’ h3 sequence, never skip levels
Landmark elementsUse <nav>, <main>, <footer>
Image alt textMeaningful alt for content images; alt="" + aria-hidden="true" for decorative
Icon buttonsAlways include aria-label for icon-only buttons
Form labelsEvery input must have an associated <label> (visible or sr-only)
β™Ώ
v1.1 Addition: Senior-Specific Accessibility

Given the 65+ primary audience, the site should also consider: minimum 16px body text (already met), touch targets of at least 44Γ—44px on mobile, high-contrast mode support, and avoiding time-dependent interactions. All phone numbers should use tel: links for one-tap dialing.

Appendix

Quick Reference

🎨 Color Codes

Navy:       #1D3344
Gold:       #F5B800
Gold Text:  #654F0A
Cream:      #FDFAF7
Cream Dark: #F5F2EF

πŸ”€ Font Stack

font-family: 'Plus Jakarta Sans',
  -apple-system,
  BlinkMacSystemFont,
  sans-serif;

✨ Standard Transition

transition: all 0.35s
  cubic-bezier(0.4, 0, 0.2, 1);

πŸ”˜ Button Padding

padding: 1rem 2rem;
font-size: 1rem;
border-radius: 9999px;
Usage Reference

Usage Guidelines Summary

βœ• Logo Misuse

  • Place logo on busy/cluttered backgrounds
  • Stretch or distort proportions
  • Add drop shadows or effects
  • Change colors outside palette
  • Crop any part of the logo

βœ• Color Misuse

  • Use bright gold (#F5B800) for body text
  • Create gradients not in the system
  • Use colors at incorrect opacities
  • Combine multiple accent colors
  • Use pure black or pure white

βœ• Typography Misuse

  • Substitute different fonts
  • Use thin weights (300 or below)
  • Stretch or compress type
  • Use more than 2 type sizes in a component
  • Center-align paragraphs or use justified text