the event took place during the US open in an effort to introduce the line, and reveal the technology behind the moisture repelling, highly breathable fabrics engineered by nike. the research and development was all done to keep athletes comfortably cool on the court, despite the controversial black outfits. in the 100+ degree heat of […]
Retail / Space Design
events: net-a-porter beauty’s anniversary event in new york
“turning the world of beauty on its head” net-a-porter beauty anniversary event reached 13 million impressions in just 3 days. net-a-porter engages ceft and company new york to celebrate the 1 year anniversary of their beauty division. the agency worked with key clients to create, design, and produce an interactive and on-brand environment that […]
events: nike soccer event in new york city
“…the world of football, one pitch at a time. those touched by the sport know what elevates them from the rest. it is the passion they bring to the pitch or street each day from manchester to buenos aires, from soweto to brooklyn, nike has found inspiration in the most soulful elements of the world’s […]
event design and production: compilation video
view the full ice sculpture installation here. this compilation of our work includes a few of ceft and company’s collaborations with nike, LVMH, pepsi, nars along with other international brands. the diversity in each production or event is as eclectic as the challenges we were presented with. if there is an overarching sense of “style” […]
press: collaborations in art, fashion and advertising – interview with creative director ucef hanjani
“for hanjani, uniting separate forces to create a more effective and result is a mantra. during a project for the nike free women’s apparel, which included print and film, he was determined to choose a photographer that would complement the brand. ‘nike’s inspiration comes from the streets and the sports that propel everyday people into global athletics,’ hanjani explains. ‘to express this, we contacted the gallery of a french art photographer, denis darzacq, who had no agent or commercial representative…we arranged a shoot that was not just in line with denis’ work, but true to nike’s brand.’ the ad features a woman dressed in the relevant…
press: style.com covers net-a-porter beauty event by ceft and company
“i was defying gravity… i got some good shots after a few attempts… and the pictures seemed to be a hit on… social media channels” above image style.com contributor scott lipps, with ceft and company’s creative director and co founder ucef hanjani at the net-a-porter event. scott lipps wrote: “in this day and age of social media massively consuming our lives, which is going to emerge as the winner for brands—social media marketing or traditional print ads (or both)? when an ad executive invited me to take part in the optical illusion that was the net-a-porter upside room the other day, of course i had to see what all the fuss was about…” “now why…
BTS: nike rockstar event with jamie king at the dia new york
nike new york event: space design above and collateral below as one of nike’s creative agencies, ceft and company has worked with nike on a range of projects including the event for the launch of nike’s dance apparel. nike embarked on the creation of the “rock star workout”, a workout routine that would change gym-routines […]
news: e-comm powerhouse net-a-porter engages ceft and company
we are excited to be collaborating with the company that turned fashion on its head. what could net-a-porter do for beauty? stay tuned for more to come. view all work related to this project.
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
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.
retail/space design: W Hotels engages ceft and company in a branding assignment
ceft and company has been commissioned by w hotels to work on branding and positioning for their hotels. the challenge for w arose with the saturation of the market by boutique hotels such as: the ian schrager company, andre balazs, and jt hospitality (thompson hotels) and the need for w to reassess its leadership position. […]
events: PEPSI G-SERIES PRO launches event in new york city for athletes and influencers
the event and other efforts gathered 119 million impressions, 81 million of them just from the one night new york event design and produced by ceft and company. ceft and company created this influencer event in new york for a select 75 guests–from the press elite, bloggers, and the world of professional sports. ceft and […]
bts: nike rockstar – smart ways to maximize efforts for doing bird magazine
fashion photographer karen collins was commissioned by ceft and company to photograph a story staged at the nike event venue designed by the agency. the story ran in the alternative fashion publication “doing bird” and mixed in vintage couture with nike’s latest dancewear. this was a smart way to maximize efforts in the announcement of […]
events: nike speed olympics event in new york city
the speed event was held in new york city for nike’s launch of their olympic speed suits. ceft and company was engaged in the art direction and design of the event space at the ace gallery located on hudson street. all the lighting, cabinetry and furnishings were custom designed and built. the show included commissioned […]
events: nike speed in new york city
lookbooks featuring photographs by barnaby roper. this space, secured and built out by ceft and company, was used for the nike shoot as well as for an event presenting the new line of nike sportswear to the editors of various magazines and publications. view all work related to this project.
case study: PEPSI product launch efforts tally near 120 million impressions in just a few weeks
ceft and company created this influencer event for pepsi’s g-series pro in new york for a select 75 guests; including those from the press elite, bloggers, and the world of professional sports. the agency turned georgio deluca’s (of dean & deluca) penthouse apartment into a pro-athlete’s dream pad, showcasing how for a pro, sports and […]
nike environments: space and retail design proposals
proposals and ideations for various nike spaces as envisioned by ceft and company. above the display of the launch event for nike speed, along with proposed hedge labyrinth entry way. view all work related to this project.
events: nike root
city of portland: image of place before the event. the set design and event production were handled by ceft and company new york, taking place in portland oregon. the event incorporated the colors developed in the nike root identity project, also created by ceft and company. nike executives flew from all over the world, gathering […]
