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Bookmarked (Business Design)

Designing and testing the micropilot for a curated bookstore that helps book lovers find their perfect next read
 

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Challenge: The once-Thriving Art Market had lost it’s revenue streams. Visitors weren’t aware of its existence until they entered.





 

Goal: Transform the art market into a bustling destination to draw in frequent visitors for shopping, tourism, and leisure.



 

Scope: Brand strategy, Identity Design, Visual language,
Signage design



 

Client : Start India team for CIDCO Urban Haat

 

My Role : 
Brand Strategist

Duration : 4 weeks 
 

Research 

Research

Primary research involved on-site visits, brief one-on-one interviews with park visitors, space analysis, and an interview with the owner. This was complemented by desk (online) research for comprehensive understanding of the space, visitor requirement, and business needs.


 

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Insights 

But the customers still adored the place...how?
 

Despite having to shut down multiple shops due to low revenue, visitors still adore the place. It is because nature functions as art, offering beauty all year around. Also, where can one find a peaceful and refreshing atmosphere in the heart of Mumbai?

 

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Synthesis

Making sense of gathered data from on-site interviews and desk research
 

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Ideation

How might we create a magical bookstore experience that allows book lovers to discover their personalized book match?

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Selected Concept 

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Testing 

Hypothesis and accuracy

Offer shelter to more sustainable Indian art, crafts and cultural businesses while promoting a sense of community for nature lovers.

Unique Selling Proposition (USP): A public park dedicated to art and culture that champions sustainability through Indian arts, artisans, crafts, and cultural programs, including festivals and markets. The park's theme revolves around nature-friendly practices, promoting traditional environmentally-conscious food practices, sustainable furniture for gathering areas, and nature trails for leisurely walks.


 

Finding 

Brand Creation 

vibe, reader type, social, planning 

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Pop-up Experience 

Art to support nature

Offer shelter to more sustainable Indian art, crafts and cultural businesses while promoting a sense of community for nature lovers.

Unique Selling Proposition (USP): A public park dedicated to art and culture that champions sustainability through Indian arts, artisans, crafts, and cultural programs, including festivals and markets. The park's theme revolves around nature-friendly practices, promoting traditional environmentally-conscious food practices, sustainable furniture for gathering areas, and nature trails for leisurely walks.


 

step 1 - entice 

Designing and testing the micropilot for a curated bookstore that helps book lovers find their perfect next read
 

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Feedback 

liked, disliked 

Reflection

Despite having to shut down multiple shops due to low revenue, visitors still adore the place. It is because nature functions as art, offering beauty all year around. Also, where can one find a peaceful and refreshing atmosphere in the heart of Mumbai?

 

"We would like to offer you a job." 
 

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BTS 

Despite having to shut down multiple shops due to low revenue, visitors still adore the place. It is because nature functions as art, offering beauty all year around. Also, where can one find a peaceful and refreshing atmosphere in the heart of Mumbai?

 

Team in action/ my role 
 

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