Different by design

After extensive research, category analysis and interviews with each Project Wilbur member, the strategy defined that we needed to become a consultancy that’s more modern in its construction, and more diverse in its make up than the rest; enabling them to solve problems of the future, for people and communities. This led to a simple yet powerful proposition, different by design.

Stepping out from the shadows

As much as we loved working under a codename, it was time to find the group their public facing name. One that speaks to the spirit of the group, provides a feeling of motion, and a sense of transformation.

The team settled on Avista, formed from ‘Aristotle’, the great thinker and ‘Vedere’ — latin ‘to see’ or ‘to grasp an idea’. This word gave us our sense of agility and energy balanced by controlling a’s at either end. ‘Strategy’ was chosen as the descriptor, with the potential to drop away as the brand builds recognition.

The Avista Asterisk

The logomark, inspired by the name, carries on the sense of motion. We focused on revolutionary ideas and the team that supports each other with diverse perspectives, an inherent belief in the power of the collective.

Comprised of 8 ‘spokes’, all at varying stroke weights, the mark not only speaks to the diverse nature of the Avista team, but the idea of best practice — learning from previous projects to improve on the next.

Crosshairs are lifted from the asterisk. Each slightly varied from the next, symbolising the different backgrounds of each team within Avista. The ‘framing’ created with the placements of the crosshairs pays homage to their industry—infrastructure consultancy—inspired by blueprints.

A new kind of consultancy

The brand new Avista has a carefully poised identity. Recognisable as an ambitious new player in its category, but equally distinct with its own edge.

Each element in its construction speaks to this. Imagery that always puts the client first. Angular typography that offers a nod to infrastructure, while remaining open and friendly. A colour palette that delivers strength and conviction, with a touch of unexpected brightness. Every piece tells the story of a brand that’s going to change the industry from the inside.