AP Properties Branding Case Study
Building a Competitive Real Estate Brand in Dubai. At Do Deal, we believe that branding development is more than just a logo or colors — it’s about building a branding identity system that drives trust, establishes differentiation, and ensures long-term recognition. For AP Properties, a growing real estate company in Dubai, we transformed a new entrant in a crowded market into a competitive, recognizable, and trusted brand.
The Challenge
Dubai’s real estate sector is one of the most competitive in the world. AP Properties needed more than just a logo; they needed a brand strategy framework and a clear market position.
- Strong Competition: Competing with giants like Emaar and Damac required a competitive marketing approach backed by retail competitor analysis and a strong brand positioning map.
- Weak Positioning: Without a defined positioning strategy, AP Properties risked being seen as just another name in the market.
- Low Recognition: The company lacked brand equity and had no clear brand measurement metrics to track performance or brand lift.
Competitive Map & Research
Our process began with a brand analysis and market positioning analysis.
- Brand Positioning Map: We created a market positioning chart to identify whitespace opportunities, mapping AP Properties against companies with great branding in the region.
- Competitor Benchmarks: We studied companies with good branding, analyzing best branding examples globally, and created a positioning graph to highlight strengths and gaps.
- Brand Performance Metrics: We built a system to track brand measurement, including brand lift studies on digital platforms like Meta and YouTube.
Brand Strategy & Positioning
Armed with research insights, we built a sample brand strategy that became the foundation of AP Properties’ identity.
- Brand Positioning Statement: Using a marketing positioning statement template, we highlighted AP Properties’ promise of transparency, trust, and modern living.
- Brand Archetype Wheel: Through workshops and a brand archetype quiz, we defined AP Properties as a mix of the Caregiver and Explorer — empathetic yet ambitious.
- Brand Storytelling: Inspired by global brand storytelling examples, we built a sample brand story that positioned AP Properties not just as a real estate firm, but as a lifestyle partner.
- House of Brands vs Branded House: We selected a branded house structure instead of a house of brands, strengthening recognition and consistency.
Creative Identity Development
We then translated strategy into design through branding and identity design services.
- Naming Process: We refined the name “AP Properties” with a brand development checklist and evaluated it against brand names and meanings for clarity.
- Logo Design: We created a modern, architectural-inspired logo that could fit in any logo gallery or brand logo identity presentation.
- Color Palette: A gradient palette of 4 colors was selected to communicate trust, innovation, and luxury.
- Brand Guidelines: Delivered a minimal brand guideline template covering brand guidelines tone of voice (TOV), typography, brand voice vs tone, and layouts.
- Identity Toolkit: Finalized a business branding toolkit PDF and brand guide PDF for easy application across channels.
Implementation & Execution
We activated the new brand identity across all touchpoints:
- Digital Marketing Integration: Incorporated branding into campaigns across digital platforms.
- Campaign Activation: Designed brand ads and tracked effectiveness with brand lift studies on Meta and YouTube.
- Content Strategy: Built a copywriting style guide, defining brand voice vs tone to ensure consistency.
- Web & Social Presence: Applied the branding in a full digital ecosystem, including LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat, X, and YouTube.
- Brand Presentation: Built a professional brand presentation template and brand image presentation for internal and external stakeholders.
Key Takeaways
- A branding identity system is essential for differentiation and trust.
- AP Properties evolved into a competitive, recognizable brand with clear positioning and measurable success.
- This project shows how brand strategy consulting firms can transform perception through brand strategy examples, branding development, and brand storytelling agency techniques.
This journey highlights how the right mix of brand strategy consulting, identity design, and storytelling can transform a company's market presence.
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