Photo Shoot Sneak Peek

Last week we had a fun opportunity to soak in a little sun and partake in a studio photo shoot.

Not only did the weather cooperate for the outdoor portion of the shoot, but we were also able to stretch our legs and explore the City we know and love.

There are more pics where these came from. We will post more updates and photos soon!

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e! team taking selfies at the Post Alley gum wall.

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Bill catching the e! team in action.

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Lisa at the Kong mural. 

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Thanks to Bill Wright for capturing the e! magic and Anna De La Paz for catching the behind the scenes photos.

San Francisco Bound!

e! is heading to SF and Napa in the coming weeks to connect with clients and collaborators.

Projects underway as we mark a seasonal solstice – time to get the last images in the camera before the waning rays of summer fade.

More on projects soon . . .

Sky View Observatory Films Are Here!

e! is proud to announce the launch of three new films at Seattle's Sky View Observatory located on Floor 73 of Columbia Center. This has been a busy summer of filming and post production to bring these films to the Observatory. Day two of the launch and the visitors are loving them–just what we want to hear.

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JUST GO

Introducing Just Go, an exploration and discovery of Pacific Northwest adventures within view of the Sky View Observatory.  An Effective Design Studio & Trifilms Collaboration.

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A THOUSAND LANDSCAPES

A Thousand Landscapes. Timelapse capture of the extraordinary moving landscape as seen from the Sky View Observatory. An Effective Design Studio & Journeys through Images collaboration.

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THE BUILDING OF AN ICON

An animated feature of historical facts and photography about the building of Columbia Center. By Effective Design Studio.

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Treat yourself to seeing Seattle from a whole new perspective at the Sky View Observatory.

'Oh, So Sweet' Holiday Wallpaper!

By the look of these paws, we know Finley's cute size won't last for long. Taking advantage of this special moment, we created some 'oh, so sweet' holiday wallpapers for your enjoyment. They're sure to make you smile!

Happy Holidays from e!

Puppy Holiday

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Snow Dog

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No Troubles Finn

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Sky View Observatory: 360° of Wonder

"Bringing the view to life" was the vision that guided our design of the observatory experience. Located on the 73rd floor of Columbia Center, you feel a sense of awe when you see the view – it’s truly spectacular. 

Colorful exhibits tell a story about the building, city and region, designed to be fun and informative for visitors of all ages. Come to see more, and leave knowing more.

Visit here to learn more about what's new at the Sky View Observatory.

Special thanks to Design Director Kevin Reuter, Designer Monica Brennan, and Research Assistant, Katie Bausch for their great work on this project.

Dynamic Studio Manager Opportunity

e! is hiring!  Check out the post below and forward to a friend if you know anyone who might be searching for a similar position.  Thank you.

Seattle graphic design firm is seeking a smart and savvy office manager. Put those mad management & organizational skills to good use while you manage this busy studio. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with previous design/agency experience.

Duties include overseeing the studio's day-to-day operations, light bookkeeping, coordination of vendors, fabricators, printers, and project schedules. You'll assist with project research & development, product procurement & promotions, and work closely with the creative team to meet project goals & deadlines.

Candidate must have a BS, BA OR BFA in related field, 3+ years of experience in a related industry. Excellent communication and analytical skills, ferocious editing and proofreading skills, proficiency in all MS Office applications for PC/Mac, and Sage/Peachtree Accounting Software a plus.

Salary DOE, with health insurance, vacation, sick and personal leave.

Please reply with resume and cover letter. to info (at) effectivedesign.com

Trump Hotels New York

We are thrilled to add Trump International Hotel & Tower New York to our client list. What a fabulous property and a great team. They have been keeping our creative engines running in high gear. New online marketing, print ads and in-room collateral are pushing their brand into the limelight, and keeping our team at the ready. Next time you're in NYC, be sure to stop in!

The Bases are Loaded at Home Plate Center

Center stage in the Stadium District, this brand new office building is in the winner’s circle. The building’s dramatic touches include a public art installation titled Red Styks, and stunning hospitality-styled lobby and common areas perfect for casual meetings and events. Branding these buildings was more fun than work. The e! team created a marketing toolkit including eBrochure, collateral, a website and more. Poised and ready for the right tenants, this property is truly a home run.

An Exclusive Mountain Top Cabernet Experience Only at bardessono

In keeping with its commitment to the guest experience, bardessono hotel orchestrated an exceptional wine event in pure bardessono-style. Elevated at bardessono is a 4-day wine experience, taking guests into the mountaintop regions of Napa Valley to meet the winemakers and experience the finest Cabernets, and so much more. It was our pleasure to create the branding, online marketing solutions, brochure and itinerary for this event along with the confirmation gift of a bottle of select wine in a sustainable bamboo box. You only live once – be sure to book your place.

Powerful Synergies at Plaza 600

Two of Seattle’s ‘stand-out’ real estate companies have done it again. Urban Renaissance Group and the Joshua Green Company have partnered on Plaza 600 and exciting things are happening. Their last collaboration was with the restoration of the Joshua Green Building, which earned the 2009 NAIOP Historic Renovation of the Year. We were thrilled to be selected as the branding agency for Plaza 600, developing a new logo, collateral, and marketing center in the classic modern style of the building itself. The building team celebrated with a brokers open in early January to a room full of Seattle’s finest brokers. It was great to see such a robust turn out.

Storytelling in Seattle’s Tallest High Rise

What a story to tell! Columbia Center, an icon among high-rise office towers, has so much to offer. Touring starts in the 19th floor marketing suite, showcasing the new modern office interiors and signature views. Colorful marketing displays tell the story of this vertical city, and how the tenants benefit with their office at this prestigious address, great location and convenience, three floors of exceptional amenities, efficient floor plates, building features, sustainability and more. Stop in and see for yourself next time you're at Columbia Center.

Commercial Real Estate Services

Here at e! we know a thing or three about commercial real estate marketing.  The market conditions are perfect for acquisition and disposition of commercial office properties.

The e! team has been busy developing marketing solutions for new construction, and new acquisitions including branding, collateral systems, web development, marketing centers, exterior and interior signage systems and more.

Whether it’s a modern high-rise office tower or low-rise office campus, we have the right solution for you. Great real estate assets deserve great design and marketing. Contact us to discuss your next project.
 

Welcome Back!

We love reconnecting with old friends and clients – one in the same. Our friend Ken Coleman, President of Compass General Construction recently gave us a call. We originally designed the logo for his NEW company over 14 years ago.

 

Needless to say, we had a little catching up to do. They have been doing some wonderful projects over the years that are transformative in their industry. We look forward to working together once again and helping them with new marketing efforts and website redesign.

A New Website for Arctic Club Hotel in Seattle

Sometimes a "brand".com site just isn’t enough to promote the true character of a hotel. This is when a Vanity Site is the right choice. The Arctic Club Seattle - a DoubleTree by Hilton hotel is an exquisite hotel that combines the grandeur and spirit of the 20^th century men’s club it once housed.  The Arctic Club Hotel’s eclectic interiors and first class amenities serve even the most discriminating business and leisure travelers. Our challenge was to capture the elegance and style of the hotel within a classic yet modern framework that incorporated content management tools and important social media features.

  

The result is grand, featuring large, glorious photos, hotel historic facts, easy navigation, all within a responsive web solution that scales gracefully from desktop to tablet to mobile device. We invite you to visit the site at: www.thearcticclubseattle.com