the lookbook designed for nike was titled “revolution inside” which refers to nike’s revolutionary structural technology inside their form-fitting women’s top. this technology stabilizes the body, offering excellent support and minimized bounce. the art direction and design, not unlike nike’s technology, was based on function first. the CD containing media and information was placed front […]
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bts: on set with photographer max farago for nike london olympics
hannah holman in US flag scarf. photographer max farago (purple magazine) was commissioned for the visual language. ceft and company creative director ucef hanjani with nigel powell and nate tobecksen of nike. yuri pleskun in between takes. on set for our latest collaboration with nike – a 50’s inspired etiquette book intended for the press […]
identity/naming: Nike Root
branding and naming by ceft and company new york. “nike root” was created for nike inc. as the entity that included the core executives from nike stationed across the world. the root program connected them all and focused on a singular message rooted in nikes DNA. the custom made nike root […]
logo/identity: nike root
nike root: typography style ceft and company created the nike root collateral material. ceft and company was also responsible for the nike root website. ceft and company was also responsible for the nike root event in portland, oregon. nike executives flew from all over the world to gather around one purpose: to […]
news: ceft and company engages in nike project for the 2012 london olympics
the iconic flyknit racer is one of nike’s most eco-friendly products to date. featuring designs by HTM, it utilizes a technology incorporating fibers and yarns in strategic positions to create a featherweight second skin for runners. ceft and company new york will be involved in the creation of visuals and material for the 2012 london […]
mobile app: nike supernatural women iPad app development
the digital book for nike functioned as an animated turn-page booklet with social media features. the HTML4 version of the campaign could be viewed on iOS devices. the full-screen feature placed the image front-and-center with functionality appearing as a hidden bar at the base. the ipad version utilizes images and film clips from […]
digital: content and qr codes created by ceft and company for nike
user scans the qr code with mobile device to play product video. see one of the 6 videos below. six short clips created for nike by ceft and company during nike’s event in NYC, allowing users with iphone and other smart phones to tag and view the content for the launch of nike women’s apparel. […]
film: nike be free campaign and imagery created by ceft and company
conceived and produced by ceft and company “when concept and imagery connect with a product, it produces advertising genius.” – s.garcia of graphic optimism. “throughout their lives, women are confined within spaces, garments and shoes that restrict the body’s natural movement. nike has created women’s training apparel and footwear that is lightweight and breathable, with […]
press: ceft and company featured in the international design yearbook
“ceft and company’s work for the nike considered campaign as featured in the prestigious international design yearbook. view all work related to this project. ceft and company’s work on logo/website design for seed as featured in the prestigious international design yearbook. ceft and company was engaged in the creation of naming, logo design, identity and collateral for seed new york…
mobile app: nike be free ipad/iphone app development
the two iphone and ipad apps were developed for nike by ceft and company to showcase the SS2011 line up and technology in an entertaining, informative and yet emotional manner. in addition, a limited number of ipads were customized and programmed by ceft and company to be shared with key editors around the globe. that […]
print: nike be free realization and production
for the spring/summer efforts on nike apparel, ceft and company engaged veteran french art photographer denis darzacq to create a series of magical and enigmatic images. the idea for the concept sparked from the apparel and the amazing technologies incorporated in the designs. it featured footwear that flexed and bent to simulate the feeling of […]
collateral: nike be free material designed and produced by ceft and company
the art folio consisting of specially ordered paper with rubberized coating and blind embossing with fabric spine and metal aglet, custom eyelet and cord closure. the art folio, unlike a typical booklet would open to reveal twelve 23″ x 16″ limited prints of french art photographer denis darzacq. insert detail of the front folio. the […]
product design: nike limited edition leather suede and rope tote bag designed and manufactured through ceft and company
custom made shoe leather bag for “nike free” laser etched nike logo on the thick base leather two-tone contrast stitching all around custom silk label created for the project custom initials hand painted on each of the bags – corresponding to each fashion editor the challenge was to design and create a seemingly unisex tote […]
events: nike considered in new york city at the new 7 world trade center
ceft and company was assigned the design production and location sourcing of the nike considered event in nyc. the event was to focus on the environmental leadership programs at nike and the future plans for greener production. the 57th floor location at the new 7 world trade center was secured for the event and built […]
events: nike shox yoga event in new york
space created for nike shox – private one on one yoga lessons with nike ambassadors in chelsea new york towels – candles and magnolias ceft and company designed and produced the space for a week long yoga event in new york sponsored by nike. view all work for events.
events: nike metro featuring the works of ryan mcginley and hrafnhildur arnardottir
event produced through black frame in collaboration with nike and designs by ceft and company. posters of hrafnhildur arnardottir work, created and produced by ceft and company for nike. installation by icelandic artist shoppy a.k.a. hrafnhildur arnardottir. ryan mcginley artwork displayed at the event. see the invite and the press kit created by ceft and […]
content creation: nike warriors pro performance apparel
1 of the 100 numbered masks and custom kits created for the launch of the warriors campaign, designed and created by ceft and company for nike. each kit included a mask and a sample of the pro performance apparel by nike, detailed information about the campaign and a sample of the product. a sample of […]
collateral: nike root packaging and collateral
nike executives flew from all over the world with one purpose: to communicate with a singular voice at the core of one of the most relevant companies today. custom-made resin box which carries the digital booklet inside. the ready-to-go usb device for the wrist contains relevant information about the event. a paperless solution […]
press: nike 2012 london olympics etiquette book gets dissected
“this is a beautiful 1950s-inspired etiquette book.” – creativity online “i couldn’t resist the way nike has referenced an old-fashioned etiquette book in this hardback bound lookbook showcasing their designs for the USA team’s medal stand looks.” – style bubble “the book offers…etiquette along with detailed fashion advice which suggests a subtle way, the art […]
print: nike white label lookbook with terry richardson
this series was the first set of nike sponsored shoots with photographer terry richardson. the effort was targeted especially towards opinion leaders within the US; those who appreciate innovative designs that first and foremost are functional, but also happen to be stylish and chic. the focus was to create visuals that were appropriate for the […]
bts: on set with terry richardsonn for nike
terry richardson requires a massage after every shot, as holding his very large camera can be fatiguing. terry was a great pleasure to work with, both for us and for our clients. creative director ucef hanjani had this to say about terry richardson, “terry is truly one of the very few people who can create […]
events: nike rockstar video of workout with choreographer jamie king at DIA new york
choreographer jamie king (madonna, michael jackson, prince) created the nike dance routine, to help launch nike rockstar workout. the event took place at DIA art center in new york. location, design and production by: ceft and company new york. view all work related to this project.
collateral: nike rockstar press kit
in the spirit of 80’s dance – the kit was designed to resemble a video cassette featuring a slide insert despite its larger size and advanced, high tech, materials. collateral created by ceft and company for nike dance in the collaboration with choreographer jamie king. in the spirit of 80’s dance and the influences […]
editorial: nike rockstar story for doing bird
creatively directed by ucef hanjani, photography: karen collins, stylist: leslie lessin, set design: ceft and company, model: inguna butane, for nike, published in doing bird magazine. view all work related to this project or alternatively view all archived editorial work.