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Azori

Azori, formerly MN Custom Homes, partnered with Aruliden to elevate its brand identity, expand into new markets, and grow its service offerings.
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Azori

  • Brand Strategy
  • Art Direction
  • Visual Identity

Azori, formerly MN Custom Homes, partnered with Aruliden to elevate its brand identity, expand into new markets, and grow its service offerings.

 

After 15 years of establishing itself as a leader in luxury living across the Seattle metro area, the premier homebuilder recognized its existing brand no longer reflected its future ambitions. They needed a unified brand platform and a fresh identity to stand out from the crowded homebuilding industry and to scale and grow beyond its roots in Bellevue, WA.

 

By realigning Azori’s positioning, we brought its purpose into sharper focus. At the heart of the new brand is the strategic platform “Home for every chapter,” a reflection of the many stories that unfold within a home. The idea also expands the idea of a home beyond a physical structure to encompass longevity, human warmth, and their key differentiator: service.

 

We brought this idea to life through a custom wordmark and brand symbol, creating a distinctive visual foundation for Azori. We also created custom color palettes that draw inspiration from the landscapes of the markets where Azori operates and plans to expand, giving each market a sense of place and character. The use of gradients added another layer of meaning, evoking the passage of time and the evolution of life, just as a home grows and changes through every chapter. Natural, lived-in photography was also used to bolster the human side of the brand.

 

Following the rebrand, we designed and built a new website that translates the warmth of Azori’s homes into a thoughtful digital experience. The launch also propelled Azori’s expansion into Scottsdale, AZ, and the introduction of its Concierge Service Membership, giving homeowners a dedicated point of contact to help coordinate and manage their home.

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