How We Made an Opulent Brand Stand Apart in a City of Luxury

Client
Merise
Industry
Home Interior
Duration
6 months
Year
2024
Scope of Work
Brand Identity
Digital Design
Black rectangular card with gold lines and stylized text 'MERISE' placed diagonally on layered brown fabric background.

Merise is Where Modern Opulence Finds its Voice, Merise Redefines What it Means to Live in Opulence and Style.

Merise specialises in curating ultra-premium interiors by partnering with leading international brands — with the aim of making high-end design a tangible experience for discerning clients.
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Green folder with golden design, a printed proposal with technical drawings, a green pen, and a dark brown envelope labeled ALJASHRAF on a dark surface.
Two textured cards, one dark brown with cursive text 'experience authentic' and one dark green with a geometric square spiral design.
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Carving a distinct path.

In Dubai, a city synonymous with luxury, the challenge was to establish Merise as a distinctive brand in a saturated market that was unmistakably distinct. The goal was to create a brand with a distinguished identity that complements its international partners, amplifying their essence without overshadowing it.
Three business cards on a black background; two cards display the Merise logo with the tagline 'Elevating Spaces, Mastering Luxury,' and one card shows contact details for Niveditha Anand, Co-Founder & CEO, including phone, email, and Dubai office address.
Stacked dark purple luxury packaging boxes with gold geometric lines and text reading 'ME RISE', 'Elevating Spaces', and 'Mastering Luxury'.
Stack of dark textured cards with embossed diagonal lines and the text 'merise.ae' on one card.
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Open brochure on dark surface showing interior design with text welcoming to The Rise, featuring luxurious living spaces.
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A Strategy Rooted in Subtlety and Enduring Elegance.

Merise’s identity had to feel modern and timeless. It was a meticulous design journey and we needed to move away from cliché golds and blacks and instead develop a narrative and visual identity that felt tactile, understated, and deeply personal.
Hand with white nail polish and a gold ring holding a dark green envelope labeled MERRISE.
Two business cards with dark green background and pink text logo MERISE and pink card with name Niveditha Reddy, Co-Founder & CEO, with Dubai address.

We Aimed to De-Clutter and Redefine What it Meant to Be Seen as Opulent.

We selected a muted spectrum of deep greens, soft pinks, and subtle grays. A restrained yet intentional colour choice, while also creating a unique visual style that stood out in the premium segment.
Flat lay of stationery including a wrapped book, partially unwrapped invitation card, clear ruler, and small potted succulent on a dark surface.
Close-up of white and dark green luxury brochures with text 'A world of luxury lies within.'
Black brochure with geometric line patterns and vertical text 'MERISE' placed on a dark surface.

Making the Tangible Unforgettable.

Merise’s design system was built around the idea of sensorial storytelling — where every interaction communicates exclusivity and opulence. The focus was on creating materials and finishes that felt intentional, tactile, and memorable without overstating their purpose.

We made details like visiting cards and letterheads became statements. By incorporating layered textures, precision-cut details, and muted pops of colour, these collaterals reinforced the brand’s refined identity.
Brochure with a kitchen interior photo and text 'Because Excellence is a luxury.' placed on a dark green leather chair with a purple textured wall background.
Each element was curated to be functional and to elevate, ensuring that even the smallest interactions left a lasting impression aligned with Merise’s vision.
Advertisement poster on a reflective wall showing a modern living room with circular ceiling light and beige sofas with text 'Because excellence is a luxury' and 'MERISE'.
Modern luxury bedroom with glass wardrobe display, marble wall, and city view, alongside Rimadesio branding with phrases mastering luxury and elevating spaces.
Green event card partially covered by dark ridged surface, with text announcing 'Now Open in DIFC Dubai' and event date March 16, 2024, Sunday 17:00, with the word MERISE vertically aligned on the right.

A Design Language That Speaks Exclusivity.

Purple card with golden diagonal lines displaying the text 'Beyond the leather and lace, lie The true luxuries of life.' and the brand name 'MERISE' on a dark green textured background.Two elegant ballpoint pens with metallic accents, one in matte black and rose gold, the other in dark green and silver, on a dark background.
Dark brown envelope with address label and two accompanying letter-sized papers featuring elegant typography and design, including a proposal and an invoice.
Invoice document and black envelope standing upright on a pink surface with gray pencil nearby, invoice addressed to Shreesh Shankar with itemized list and company logo 'MERISE'.

Written with the Solare typeface, its clean lines and balanced proportions strike a balance between sophistication and refinement. Its adaptable layout, was engineered for versatility, adaptable across both horizontal and vertical formats. The favicon, derived from the logo, reinforces symmetry and structure, creating a versatile balance element.

An Experience That Stays With You.

We incorporated micro-transitions, precise animations, hover states, scroll effects, and intuitive navigation to mirror the brand’s ethos of opulence. Through 3D videos and line art graphics, the website became a visual narrative — capturing the depth, craftsmanship, and dynamism of Merise’s offerings.
Modern minimalist kitchen with black cabinetry, a wooden floating countertop, and transparent chairs against a brick wall.
Laptop on a dark gray couch displaying a website with the text 'MERISE' and 'Experience exceptional' alongside an image of a modern interior.
Tablet on teal velvet chair displaying a luxury interior design webpage titled 'MERISE' with the tagline 'Redefining luxury to elevate every space.'
Four luxury-themed promotional cards for Merise featuring artistic elegance, living room with decorative panels, modern kitchen faucet, and tagline about cosmopolitan luxury in Dubai.
Five vertically arranged smartphone screens showing luxury interior designs and elegant texts promoting Merise, a brand emphasizing cosmopolitan luxury and excellence.
Designed to reflect purpose.
Designed to exude opulence.
Designed to resonate.
Elegant living room with beige sectional sofa, green and brown pillows, marble coffee table, and large wall art of trees in grayscale.
Two square panels mounted on adjacent walls, one dark with vertical text 'ME RISE' and the other light with text 'Designs by Valcucine. Vision by Me Rise.'
Two hanging product tags on textured dark green fabric; one tag features a line drawing of a chair with text "New York Armchair, Designer Sergio Bicego," the other has the brand name "MERISE" in elegant letters and a geometric logo.Modern hallway with hanging poster showing a cozy setup with a blue sofa, beige blanket, and decorative glass bowl.
Modern exhibition booth with a wooden floor, black and beige bar stools around a tall table, and walls featuring the text 'MERISE' and 'Welcome to Me Rise. We make timelessness an experience.'
Green cylindrical container with geometric lines and a pink label reading 'Valcucine Genius Loci Projectum'.
Dark green shopping bag with gold handles featuring the text 'MERISE' along with 'Elevating Spaces' and 'Mastering Luxury' held near a black-and-white plaid patterned garment.
Two gray concrete candles with one upright and the other lying on its side showing pale pink wax, placed on a marble surface against a dark green background.Open teal gift box with the lid above it, featuring the word 'MERISE' and phrases 'Born from elegance' and 'Born with sophistication' on the lid, and a message on the box base.
Elegant gift box with a gold-capped bottle featuring a gold lion label and a personalized message for Mr. Jacob inside the lid.

A Design Language That Speaks Exclusivity.

Through thoughtful design and meticulous attention to detail, we crafted a visual and sensory experience that reflects sophistication in every aspect. From tactile materials to a refined digital presence, every touchpoint was designed to reinforce the brand’s exclusivity and elegance.

What we achieved was a distinctive identity in a saturated market. In a city known for its luxury, we set Merise apart by creating a brand that speaks to timeless style and curated excellence.
Various stylized text logo designs for the word 'MERISE' on a grid background.
Grid layout showing twenty artistic and stylized text logos of the word 'MERISE' with varying fonts and arrangements on a squared background.
Grid background with twelve variations of the word 'MERISE' in different fonts and styles arranged in three rows and four columns.

Our collaborators for this project

Ondre Studios
3D Visual effects
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Crafted Pixel Works
Photography
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