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Sensai, an Asian fusion restaurant whose branding we developed for the luxury hospitality brand Anantara Hotels & Resorts, got featured in World Brand Design Society 🔥 We draw inspiration from Asian aesthetics to develop a visual identity that evokes Eastern symbolism, elegance, and grace. A vibrant and cohesive colour palette breathes life into Sensai's fluid and dynamic visual universe, adding to this restaurant's immersive and sophisticated atmosphere. Sensai was a branding project that brought a meaningful identity to life, offering a visually rich and exotic universe that explores Asian concepts with purpose. #branding #luxuryhospitalitybrands #findmeaning #kobuagency

Corporate banking is boring... some may say. We say: challenge accepted! We're proud to showcase the work we developed for BNP Paribas's corporate B2B solution, Centric. Our mission? To create an activation campaign that would not only spotlight Centric's new AI-digital assistant, Noa, but also explore a conceptual and personalised approach to Centric's digital presentation. Check out our latest case study, where we unveil the illustrations, concepts and copywriting that brought NOA's story to life and gave a new visual to Centric's landing page: https://lnkd.in/dcwSfwnT Client: BNP Paribas CIB Agency: KOBU Agency Creative Director: Marta Gouveia Executive Creative Director: Nuno Tenazinha Illustrator: Gonçalo Cevadinha Motion designer: Pedro Santos Copywriter: André Oliveira 3D Designer: Xochitl Castaño Client-side: Nicolas Marinus, Ana Rita Martinho, Ana Rita Gaspar #brandstorytelling #banking #BNPParibas #Centric #kobuagency

Step into the weirdness with KOBU Agency's exhibition, "Stay Weird," at Algarve Design Meeting 2024! "Stay Weird" is born from the idea that everything new is, by definition, weird. Our exhibit challenges you to embrace the strange and wonderful, reminding us that every new discovery sparks from curiosity, exploring ideas that weren't there before. Join us at Algarve Design Meeting! Save the Date: 20 - 25 may 2024 Location: Algarve Design Meeting, Fábrica da Cerveja, Faro, Portugal #kobuagency #stayweird #AlgarveDesignMeeting #designexhibition #creativityunleashed

Art, Dreams, and Meaning Converge Philosophers, scholars, and artists have long debated the purpose of art. André Gonçalves de Oliveira explores this theme through Studio Ghibli's films, which have been redefining artistic expression for over 35 years. His article in KOBU Agency's The Lab Report illuminates how Ghibli's creations blend tragedy, triumph, and the textures of human experience into a language that transcends words, offering us new hope and perspectives on the world around us. Read more about how Ghibli's magic captivates and inspires: https://lnkd.in/ddiafsKm #kobuagency #StudioGhibli #ArtisticExpression

We are thrilled to share more wonderful news from KOBU Agency! Please join us in welcoming Paulo Sá, our new Digital Product Manager! Paulo comes to us with a rich background in digital innovation and a proven track record of leading teams to success. We're excited to see how his bold and energetic approach will inspire our team and redefine what's possible in the digital products we deliver. Oh.. and he's also into metal and Dungeons&Dragons- which is kinda dope🤘 Here’s to new beginnings and exciting challenges! Let’s innovate, inspire, and disrupt the digital world together. #kobuagency #digitalinnovation #productmanagement #leadership #creativity

The Q2 edition of Lusophone Creativity Awards 23/24 (Prémios Lusófonos da Criatividade) recognised a group of our projects with 7 awards spanning branding, digital and production. Gold Awards (1) Museum in the Village website (Website – Digital) (2) Museum in the Village website (UX/Usability – Digital) Silver Awards (1) Rebranding Skullpture (Rebranding – Design) Skullpture — Remodela tus rasgos faciales (2) Branded content for Ambiance Matchmaking (Branded Content – digital) Ambiance Matchmaking (3) Portuguese Red Cross Fundraising Campaign (Campaign – Film) (4) Portuguese Red Cross Fundraising Campaign (Best use of Original Music – Audio Production) Cruz Vermelha Portuguesa ✔️ Bronze Awards (1) Homeward Branding (Branding – Design) It is awesome to see our efforts with these brands recognised, and we proudly share them with our dear clients who trust us to bring them to life! #kobuagency #awards #branding #campaigns #digitalbranding #premioslusofonosdacriatividade #brandingagency

"500 745 749. o número que nos move." It was a memorable experience to join Krypton Films (production) and Bicho Carpinteiro (music) to imagine the new fundraising campaign for Cruz Vermelha Portuguesa ✔️. The film has now been recognized at the Lusophone Creativity Awards (Prémios Lusófonos da Criatividade) with two Silver Awards, in the categories of Campaign Film and Audio Production - Use of Original Music and we're proud to be part of this journey with Cruz Vermelha Portuguesa. Tânia Henriques, Head of Communication, Marketing and Fundraising at the Portuguese Red Cross, explains: “We support hundreds of thousands of people, both in the emergency, health, training and social areas with a multiplicity of responses, supplying missing basic needs, but , above all, seeking to create individual intervention plans that aim to enable autonomy and the construction of life paths with dignity. In order to help each one to prosper, we count on the support of all Portuguese people. “500 745 749 - The number that moves us” is more than a campaign; it is an echo of the challenges we face and the solutions we offer.” You can now have a look at the behind-the-scenes put together by Krypton. — Agency: KOBU Agency  Production: KRYPTONFILMS  Executive Creative Direction: Sandra Lopes  Agency Art Direction: Mónica Loureiro  Concept: Isabel Evaristo, Marta Gouveia, Mónica Loureiro, Sandra Lopes Graphic Design: Daniel Gomes, Sónia Duarte  Motion Design: Pedro Santos Direction: Vasco Eusébio  Photography Direction: Sergi Gallardo  Executive Production: João Vilela, Ricardo Estevão  Production Direction: Alexandra Ribeiro, Ana Ribeiro  Casting Direction: Eva Queiroz de Matos Art: Rui Pina Editor: José Barreiros Post-Production Coordenation: Neia Oliveira Grading Post-Production: Lightfilm Sound Studio: Som de Lisboa Voz Off: Inês Castel-Branco Music: Bicho Carpinteiro #kobuagency #cruzvermelhaportuguesa #krypton #bichocarpinteiro #fundraising

"500 745 749. o número que nos move." Together with Krypton Films (production) and Bicho Carpinteiro (music), KOBU Agency devised a campaign to explore how IRS consignment can continue to support the core social intervention areas of Cruz Vermelha Portuguesa. With three scenarios based on real stories, the most pressing concerns in the current social context are presented: on the one hand, the daily challenge of supporting the increase in prices of essential goods; on the other, the challenge of reaching the end of the month with money to pay the house rent; and, finally, the impact that these difficulties have on mental health and social isolation that we so often see. “We wanted to translate a strong message about real and urgent problems, and the music reinforces Cruz Vermelha Portuguesa ✔️ NIF, where each block of the number tells the story of many families, young couples, and so many people who deal with loneliness on a daily basis.” says Sandra Belela Lopes, managing partner and creative director of KOBU Agency — Agency: KOBU Agency  Production: KRYPTONFILMS  Executive Creative Direction: Sandra Lopes  Agency Art Direction: Mónica Loureiro  Concept: Isabel Evaristo, Marta Gouveia, Mónica Loureiro, Sandra Lopes Graphic Design: Daniel Gomes, Sónia Duarte  Motion Design: Pedro Santos Direction: Vasco Eusébio  Photography Direction: Sergi Gallardo  Executive Production: João Vilela, Ricardo Estevão  Production Direction: Alexandra Ribeiro, Ana Ribeiro  Casting Direction: Eva Queiroz de Matos Art: Rui Pina Editor: José Barreiros Post-Production Coordenation: Neia Oliveira Grading Post-Production: Lightfilm Sound Studio: Som de Lisboa Voz Off: Inês Castel-Branco Music: Bicho Carpinteiro #kobuagency #cruzvermelhaportuguesa #krypton #bichocarpinteiro #fundraising

Cruz Vermelha Portuguesa ✔️ (Portuguese Red Cross) joined KOBU Agency in 2023 to rethink the brand's positioning and communications. The new IRS-consignment fundraising campaign for 2024 represents the first step in this shift, with a new tone of voice and an energy-driven communication. "500 745 749. o número que nos move." (The number that drives us) Together with Krypton Films (production) and Bicho Carpinteiro (music), KOBU Agency devised a campaign to explore how IRS consignment can continue to support the core social intervention areas of Cruz Vermelha Portuguesa. The film explores, through different characters, the daily challenge imposed by the price inflation of essential goods, the challenge of supporting the growing cost of house payments and rent, and the impact on mental health and social isolation brought by these struggles. The film runs to the catchy rhythms of Bicho Carpinteiro, a key element in the campaign, whose lyrics use the Portuguese Red Cross NIF to narrate each of the situations we witness. The campaign is now running on TV, radio, print advertising, OOH and social media. — Agency: KOBU Agency  Production: KRYPTONFILMS  Executive Creative Direction: Sandra Lopes  Agency Art Direction: Mónica Loureiro  Concept: Isabel Evaristo, Marta Gouveia, Mónica Loureiro, Sandra Lopes Graphic Design: Daniel Gomes, Sónia Duarte  Motion Design: Pedro Santos Direction: Vasco Eusébio  Photography Direction: Sergi Gallardo  Executive Production: João Vilela, Ricardo Estevão  Production Direction: Alexandra Ribeiro, Ana Ribeiro  Casting Direction: Eva Queiroz de Matos Art: Rui Pina Editor: José Barreiros Post-Production Coordenation: Neia Oliveira Grading Post-Production: Lightfilm Sound Studio: Som de Lisboa Voz Off: Inês Castel-Branco Music: Bicho Carpinteiro #kobuagency #cruzvermelhaportuguesa #krypton #bichocarpinteiro #fundraising

Seamlessly integrating the collage technique and lateral scroll navigation into the digital experience demanded meticulous attention to detail and technical expertise to ensure fluid functionality across all devices. Months of hard work and creativity culminated in a platform that showcases the cultural richness and community spirit infused in the Museum in the Village project. Witnessing SAMP’s dedication to fostering creativity and empowering communities through social initiatives was really inspiring. And seeing the fruits of our collaboration leaves us genuinely proud of the outcome of this project and its incredible social impact! Come visit KOBU Agency’s case study for the Museum in the Village: https://lnkd.in/dr3mWy4Q Client: SAMP Agency: KOBU Agency Executive Creative Director: Sandra Lopes Creative Director: Marta Gouveia Brand Designers: Beatriz Varela, Gonçalo Cevadinha, Sónia Duarte Digital Product Manager: Karolina Guilherme Motion Designer: Pedro Santos UX/UI Designer: Daniel Gomes Web Developer: Cátia Dionísio Content Managers: André Oliveira, Catarina António #SAMP #website #virtualmuseum #culture #brandingagency #kobuagency