Discover a Smarter Life

Nifty wanted to talk to the "tech-curious:" those who may not be naturally tech-savvy but have a budding interest in technology. We found that technology could be intimidating especially to the average customer. We had to understand what was important to Nifty's market, from the store experience to the way it marketed its wide selection of products.

Through a study of market insights and interviews, we came to realize that the market cared about three things: function, trustworthiness, and benefit. Ticking the boxes of function and trust meant striking the perfect balance between expertise and human warmth. When it came to benefit, it meant communicating a product's worth and value in a way that mattered to the everyday consumer. But how? The key was in the idea of discovery. The brand needed to inspire curiosity and wonder, allowing the customers to discover a smarter life for themselves.

The brand's logo icon, meant to depict a light bulb moment, was inspired by the name which was derived from the saying: "that's nifty!"

We developed Nifty's visual identity based on the concept of building blocks, inspired by the idea of building a smarter life with tech. This was also a reflection of the modular approach to the brand system, akin to how technology can fit into our lives in different ways—whether it’s to live, explore, move, or play smarter.

We were consultants for the brand's environment and helped design key areas of the space. We made sure the design encouraged discovery and enabled customers to be fully immersed in the store experience. The space was then executed by One Zero Design Co.

Nifty currently has two stores: one in Robinsons Ermita and the other in SM Megamall, offering the latest and greatest in smart technology. Since the brand's launch, the Nifteam continues in its pursuit of a smarter life, one store at a time.