Three vertical banners flapping in the wind against a clear blue sky, mounted on tall poles. From left to right, the banners are in shades of grey, lighter grey, and black, each with the 'amico' logo in large letters. The logo on the grey banners is in black text, while the logo on the black banner is in white text. The banners represent the 'amico' brand, suggesting an outdoor advertising or branding presence.
Amico
From backyard
to boutique.
2023
Branding & Design
Websites
Construction

The client:

Amico Developments, a small-scale, family-owned development company, was a hidden gem in the industry. Despite their extensive experience and a strong portfolio in building quality townhouse developments, their true potential was underrepresented in the market.

The challenge:

The primary hurdle for Amico was their generic branding. This lack of distinct identity was a significant obstacle in their interactions with key stakeholders, including customers, investors, councils, and real estate companies. To scale their operations and garner the recognition they deserved, Amico needed a brand transformation that would not just reflect their expertise but also instill confidence in their stakeholders.

The solution:

ShareStory stepped in to turn the tide for Amico. Recognising the untapped opportunities, we embarked on a journey to completely reimagine Amico's brand.

A before and after comparison of a company logo. The 'Before' image shows the word "amico" in lowercase with a stylized 'm' resembling a sine wave, in black and mustard yellow colors, followed by the text "DEVELOPMENTS" in grey uppercase letters. The 'After' image displays the word "amico" in bold, black, lowercase letters with a house-shaped icon forming the 'a' and 'm', suggesting a focus on property or construction.
A before and after comparison of a company logo. The 'Before' image shows the word "amico" in lowercase with a stylized 'm' resembling a sine wave, in black and mustard yellow colors, followed by the text "DEVELOPMENTS" in grey uppercase letters. The 'After' image displays the word "amico" in bold, black, lowercase letters with a house-shaped icon forming the 'a' and 'm', suggesting a focus on property or construction.

We conducted an in-depth analysis to understand Amico's market position, strengths, and potential. Then we crafted a brand strategy that aligned with Amico's vision and values, setting the stage for a profound transformation.

This image presents two digital interfaces with the revamped 'amico' logo. On the left, a mobile phone screen shows a contact form with the heading "Let’s talk," while the right shows a desktop browser with the homepage of the 'amico' website, featuring the slogan "Boutique property developers devoted to building lasting life in Brisbane.
Designing a dynamic and adaptable brand.

Our strategic approach in redesigning Amico's brand resulted in a highly capable and user-friendly identity. Understanding the need for ease of use, especially for brand managers, We developed a concise one-page style guide. This guide was a key tool in ensuring that brand managers could easily access all necessary assets, streamlining the process of maintaining brand consistency. The redesigned brand was not only dynamic and adaptable to changing market trends but also simple to implement across various platforms. This approach ensured that Amico could effortlessly maintain their core identity while adapting to new opportunities, significantly enhancing their brand recall and presence in the market.

A brand style guide for 'amico' featuring the logo, color palette, typography, brand pattern, and icons. The guide shows different logo versions, primary and secondary colors with hex codes and CMYK values, a unique geometric pattern, and examples of icon design.
A new website, a new beginning.

The new website was a game-changer for Amico. It not only aligned with the new brand identity but also served as a dynamic platform to showcase their projects and expertise. The intuitive design and seamless navigation ensured that visitors could easily find relevant information, thereby increasing engagement and interest in Amico's offerings.

Three smartphone screens displaying different sections of the 'amico' website. The first screen welcomes visitors to the site, the second discusses the company's work in crafting life in Brisbane with images of housing, and the third highlights the 'amico' community projects with images of residential buildings.
Marketing materials for 'amico' featuring the new branding. There is a billboard with the logo and the phrase "space for life," a vehicle with the logo on its door, and a wooden block with the logo engraved, representing the brand's physical presence in the real world.
Enhanced brand identity and copywriting.

We revamped Amico's brand identity to reflect sophistication and reliability. The new branding was complemented with persuasive copywriting, effectively communicating Amico's story and services. This shift in brand identity played a crucial role in changing perceptions and establishing Amico as a boutique development company.

A display of the 'amico' brand font, "Plus Jakarta Sans Bold," showing the alphabet in both regular and bold weights, in a large, white sans-serif font on a black background, demonstrating the typeface used for the company's visual identity.
The color palette for the 'amico' brand, showcasing eight colors. Each color sample has its name, hexadecimal code, RGB values, and CMYK values listed below it. The colors range from dark grey "Bunker" to light beige "Cararra," including shades of white, grey, brown, and muted green.

ShareStory's intervention was a turning point for Amico Developments. Our strategic approach in branding, design, and website services transformed Amico from a small-scale family business to a sophisticated boutique development company. This metamorphosis not only elevated Amico's market position but also paved the way for new opportunities and growth.