Mockup Collections: Generating Design Sets

A single logo on a white background is boring. A logo applied to a business card, a letterhead, and an envelope sitting on a designer's desk is a brand. Nano Banana allows you to generate entire ecosystems of branded items in a single shot.

Understanding Collections

The secret to a great collection is Consistency and Arrangement. You need to tell the AI that all items belong to the same brand (same logo, same colors) and define how they are placed (grid, scattered, stacked).

BRAND STATIONERY

Let's start with the foundation example from the Text & Design overview. Here is the complete, fully detailed prompt to generate the "BRAND STATIONERY" set.

[Optional Base Image] Create a matching brand identity stationery set.

Items:
- **Business Card**: Front and back visible
- **Letterhead**: A4 paper with typed text
- **Envelope**: C5 size, matching color
- **Accessories**: Pen, paper clips, succulent plant

Design:
- **Brand Name**: "Nexus Tech"
- **Logo**: Geometric hexagon icon
- **Palette**: Minimalist black and white with electric blue accent
- **Style**: Clean, modern, tech startup aesthetic

Composition:
- **Arrangement**: Knolling (flat lay grid)
- **Background**: Clean white desk surface
- **Lighting**: Soft overhead softbox lighting (shadowless)

Why This Works

The "Knolling" Keyword: "Knolling" is the specific term for arranging objects in parallel or 90-degree angles. It instantly creates that organized, "Instagram design" look that is perfect for portfolios.

The "Accessories": Adding "pen, paper clips, succulent" adds scale and realism. Without them, the paper items can look like floating rectangles.

The "Matching Color": Explicitly stating "matching color" ensures the envelope matches the logo, reinforcing the brand identity.

Common Mistakes

Variations on "BRAND STATIONERY"

Change the industry to see different collection types.

The App UI Screens

Showcase a digital user journey.

Create a mobile app screen presentation.

- **Items**: 3 iPhone 15 Pro devices side-by-side
- **Screens**: Login screen, Dashboard, Profile page
- **App**: "Travel Buddy" booking app
- **UI Style**: Colorful, modern, rounded corners
- **Background**: Soft gradient mesh
- **Arrangement**: Floating isometric view

What Changed: We used "floating isometric view" instead of flat lay to show depth, common in UI presentations.

The Merch Collection

For bands or streetwear brands.

Create a streetwear merchandise collection.

- **Items**: Black hoodie, tote bag, sticker pack
- **Brand**: "THE BONES" (Rock band)
- **Graphics**: Skull logo and gothic text
- **Background**: Distressed concrete floor
- **Lighting**: Moody, high contrast
- **Arrangement**: Casually scattered (messy but styled)

What Changed: We used "casually scattered" instead of knolling to match the rebellious rock vibe.

Expanding Your Ecosystem

Visualize product lines and menus.

The Cosmetic Line (Retail)

A family of skincare products.

Create a cosmetic product line collection.

- **Items**: Tall pump bottle, small glass jar, tube
- **Brand**: "PURE" (Skincare)
- **Packaging**: Frosted glass with bamboo lids
- **Setting**: Bathroom marble shelf with water droplets
- **Arrangement**: Standing in a row (family shot)

The Restaurant Menu Suite (Hospitality)

A complete dining experience.

Create a restaurant branding suite.

- **Items**: Menu clipboard, coaster, napkin, matchbox
- **Brand**: "RUSTICO" (Italian bistro)
- **Style**: Warm, textured paper, leather details
- **Background**: Dark wooden table
- **Lighting**: Warm candlelight

Troubleshooting

Next Steps

• Mockups: Focus on a single item in detail.
• Product Visualization: Design the packaging itself.