Graphic designer here. The exercise of modernizing vintage logos is a fantastic way to flex those design muscles. For your next project, consider tackling the old NASA “worm” logo. Its curves and simplicity can be amplified in a minimalistic style, bringing an interesting contrast between the eras of space exploration.
From a design standpoint, I get why they'd want to streamline their logo for digital platforms, but man, did they lose all personality in the process. That frothy mug was a symbol of a good time. 'TB in a circle' could be anything, from tech companies to medical associations. Missed …