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BRANDING
Akif’s bespoke branding consultancy service involves deep market analysis, strategic brand positioning, conceptualization, and seamless realization, all tailored precisely to any client's needs. Akif specializes in identifying the high conversion potential niche of the business, translating insights into actionable strategies, and crafting the unique voice and brand identity that captivates and converts, ensuring a characterization that both stands out and connects meaningfully with its audience.
SYOU
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SYOU is an innovative Amsterdam-based footwear company dedicated to crafting locally made, circular shoes with a strong emphasis on sustainability. They achieve this through 3DTI technology, the use of natural latex for recyclability, and local Amsterdam production to minimize environmental impact. SYOU is also pioneering a Take Back program to recycle old shoes into new pairs, striving for a fully circular production model.
THE GREY SPACE IN THE MIDDLE
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The Grey Space In The Middle is a dynamic cultural and creative hub in The Hague, Netherlands. It serves as a vibrant platform for experimentation and collaboration, exploring the intersections of arts, sciences, and technology through diverse exhibitions, performances, lectures, and music programs.
DREAM UNIT
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Dream Unit is a well-established concept store and creative space in the heart of Amsterdam. With a social mission of supporting emerging designers and artists, the store has quickly gained a reputation for uplifting the community and fostering inclusivity in the fashion scene. Together with designer Balázs Milánik, we ideated and executed a visual identity for the Dream Unit flagship store.
BARCELOS
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Barcelos Official is a Tokyo-born independent label that sits at the intersection of rugged utility and avant-garde streetwear. Defined by its signature "Boro" distressed aesthetic and military-inspired silhouettes, the brand explores intentional wear and technical craftsmanship. My work focused on capturing this subversive energy, creating a visual identity that mirrors a blend of heritage and modern urban survivalism.
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