Keep up to date on our latest work http://www.opacitydesign.com/work/ Over the past few years, the Silver Ridge community has continued to mature, growing ever more tranquil and gracious as each new phase of homes has emerged. The lifestyle at Stoneleigh is outdoor, active, yet intensely respectful of the surrounding natural beauty. With an abundance of forested groves, sun-kissed rock fascias and natural wildlife in the area, we designed a brand identity that reflects both the beauty of this 105-acre park-like estate, as well as the rugged backdrop. Through rich earth tones and serene photography, we developed a campaign to reflect the lifestyle offered and the abundance of amenities within the community. Visit this website: http://www.portraithomes.ca/Stoneleighhttp://www.opacitydesign.com/work/Stoneleigh Murphy Wall-Beds Hardware Inc. was established in 1975, and has continually grown and expanded during the last 35 years. Originally specializing in Panel Bed hardware, Murphy Beds has evolved into a fully integrated, world-class wall bed supply and service company. Our website for Murphy Wall-Beds features a state-of-the-art Build-a-Bed utility, along with traditional e-commerce capabilities, credit card processing and UPS shipping integration. In addition, we manage their online advertising campaigns that drive sales through their Build-a-Bed system. Visit this website: www.murphybeds.comhttp://www.opacitydesign.com/work/MurphyBedsWith its intriguing interior design and impressive menu, Quantum Deli Bistro truly brings a unique flavour to this New Westminster community. To enhance the high-end look, Opacity created an identity that is fun, easily adaptable, and geometric. The exterior appearance, with the beautifully back–lit sign, brick wall graphics, and frosted window vinyl, merge seamlessly with the interior features providing a strong impact. We also developed an intricate database-driven MICROS menu system, which is showcased on 3 large LCD screens. Since their opening, customers have been treated to Quantum’s delectable creations alongside a wide selection of fabulous desserts and beverages. http://www.opacitydesign.com/work/QuantumDeliBistroHowe Sound Brewery is a micro brewery located along the majestic sea-to-sky highway connecting Vancouver to Whistler, BC. Brewed in the craft style using unfiltered 100% barley mash, they are proud to offer a diverse selection of flavourful and well balanced ales. Howe Sound approached us in a rush – they had recently received large amounts of media attention for their products and their existing website was lacking. We coordinated professional photo shoots of their beers and developed a brand new design theme based on graphics of the surrounding Howe Sound area. Visit this website: www.howesound.comhttp://www.opacitydesign.com/work/HoweSoundRising four storeys in the heart of Richmond, Argentum brings a new perspective to condominium living. These 43 finely crafted studio and 2 bedroom + loft suites are situated just blocks away from No. 3 Road. With the slogan “Home to Affordable City Living” and a carefully selected array of photography, Argentum’s campaign incorporated traditional elements such as media advertising, directional signage, 3D renderings and printed brochure / inserts. The lifestyle images depicted the target audience, which was made up of university students and young professionals. Visit this website www.argentumliving.comhttp://www.opacitydesign.com/work/ArgentumUnique among investment research companies, Ford Equity Research is an independent, unbiased equity research firm with one objective: improving investment performance. This Nasdaq-traded firm turned to us to develop a sleek corporate brochure that stresses their superiority, resources and client relations. Large, impactful images contrast against white and coloured pages to create a bold, corporate layout. Keywords appeared over many images, bringing a positive, confident tone to this high-end piece. http://www.opacitydesign.com/work/FordEquityByzhub.com is an online business community. Businesses can register, add their profile, create networks and start receiving quote requests immediately. Consumers can find and review local businesses, submit quote requests and receive qualified responses. The challenge in building byzhub.com was the database structure. Built in .NET, this website is structured to be completely regionalized, where all database queries will return results within a certain kilometer radius of your location (commonly known as Spatial Data). This ensures that visitors from Vancouver will not see business profiles from New York. This site integrates Facebook, Twitter, Ping.fm and Google Mapping API's. Visit this website: www.byzhub.comhttp://www.opacitydesign.com/work/ByzhubThe European Chafer Beetle is a new pest that was introduced to the Vancouver area around 2001. It was first found in New Westminster and has been slowly moving West every year. The beetle is in a juicy grub stage just below the surface of your lawn, which are brought to the surface by hungry raccoons. The Vancouver Chafer Control website was designed around simple, effective visuals that instantly demonstrate lawn damage and the involvement of local raccoons. Due to a lack of public knowledge about the Chafer Beetle, and subsequently the reason for extensive lawn damage, the website provides an informational video and corresponding links to help educate homeowners and provide possible solutions. Site launching end of July 2010http://www.opacitydesign.com/work/VancouverChaferWe handle complete corporate identity creations (or re-creations) throughout all media applications, from print to multimedia and the web. It is our job to help make your company’s collateral instantly recognizable by defining your unique characteristics. Using your new identity effectively requires consistency across all your communications. We can consult with internal marketing departments through the development of Logo Guideline Standards to coordinate new, cohesive marketing programs.http://www.opacitydesign.com/work/BrandingWe create outstanding displays that will effectively communicate your company's competitive advantage. Design, production, manufacturing and installation supervision are included in our services. We evaluate your needs, establish budget parameters, oversee tendering of manufactured elements and structural components, and provide total project management. Our team has over 14 years experience producing custom exhibits and signage solutions, assisting with the acquisition of new signage systems, and rejuvenating existing displays. We're happy to assist you in all aspects of the design, creation and production of your company’s trade show material.http://www.opacitydesign.com/work/AssortedDisplaysTwo projects. One location. Remy and Alexandra Gate are part of an exclusive Cambie Street development in the heart of Richmond. With 251 stylish concrete and glass condos ranging from studios to 3-bedroom suites, Remy appeals to a wide demographic for those who dream of owning a new home. Located in a small 1680 sf. sales centre, the challenge was to allow for these two diverse projects to complement one another, yet maintain some distinction. Remy’s slogans "Stop Home Envy" and “Live your life. Love your freedom.” set a tone that is effectively depicted through the use of bright photos and funky, random squares - all appearing in signage, print and television ads. Visit this website: www.stophomeenvy.comhttp://www.opacitydesign.com/work/remyWCSB Royalty Income Investments are energy focused funds with a mandate to provide Canadian investors with income, capital appreciation, liquidity and up to a 100% tax deduction through the ownership of royalties on producing oil and natural gas companies. We built this website around one primary goal: content management. This website is fully integrated with our preferred content management system known as Sitefinity, which extends on our work in .NET. WCSB has control to manage all aspects of their website, and can add / edit / remove content as they see fit. Visit this website www.wcsb.cahttp://www.opacitydesign.com/work/wcsbTwo projects. One location. Alexandra Gate and Remy are part of an exclusive Cambie Street development in the heart of Richmond. From townhomes to lofts, grace and elegance are woven into a wide variety of floor plans. Located in a small, 1680sf. sales centre, the challenge was to allow for these two diverse projects to complement one another, yet maintain some distinction. Classical fonts, elegant photos, playful textures, and rich colours reinforce the campaign. These integrated elements appear in signage, print and TV ads to create a sophistication that is appealing to mature, Asian homebuyers. Visit this website: www.cambieliving.com/alexandragatehttp://www.opacitydesign.com/work/AlexandraGateEclipse Awards is the leading supplier of crystal and glass awards in the corporate recognition market. The website features a detailed order customization process, 360 degree rotation videos of every product and an extensive administration system for Eclipse to manage their website content, promotions, orders, customers, and order production schedules. This site was a finalist in for the Dell Small Business Excellence Award for best use of technology by a Canadian company. Visit this website www.eclipseawards.comhttp://www.opacitydesign.com/work/EclipseAwardsCulture Craze is a proudly owned and operated Canadian company. They strive to break through the stereotypical molds and bring affordable, cutting edge body jewellery to their customers. The design we created for Culture Craze is geared towards a young audience, featuring small design accents such as spikes, body jewellery and tattoo artwork. Built in ASP.NET, we developed a custom forum, shopping system, content administration, blog system and product management tools. Visit this website www.culturecraze.comhttp://www.opacitydesign.com/work/CultureCrazeTorre & Tagus enriches the experience of life's simple pleasures by providing contemporary, comfortable, and smart collections that define our personal space. Their products are clean, simple designs that reflect our modern world and extend our welcome while we entertain friends and family. We developed the Torre & Tagus website in .NET, which tightly integrates with their internal database structure at their head office location in Richmond, BC. The client has full abilities to manage their products, customers and orders with the web utilities we created. While there is a link below to their site, access to the online store is restricted to their existing customers. Visit this website: www.torretagus.comhttp://www.opacitydesign.com/work/TorreTagusTsawwassen Heights consists of more than 105 pre-owned homes, purchased by BC Hydro from concerned residents. The homes posed a particular stigma to the local marketplace due to newly installed high-voltage power lines – a strategy was needed to address possible apprehensions. Our marketing showcased the "Decide for Yourself" positioning, while an elaborate website and interactive satellite maps provided home buyers with all the facts needed to make an informed decision. The results were staggering, with a large portion of homes selling within months. Visit this website: www.tsawwassenheights.comhttp://www.opacitydesign.com/work/TsawwassenHeightsMergent, Inc. is a leading provider of global business and financial information on publicly traded companies and fixed income securities. Based in the USA, the company maintains a strong global presence, with offices in New York, San Diego, London, Tokyo and Melbourne. We were contracted by Mergent to redesign their existing collateral to reflect their evolving position within a very specialized and competitive financial sector. Numerous branding initiatives were also undertaken to establish a cohesive look throughout the six core product offerings. http://www.opacitydesign.com/work/mergentPortrait Homes has been building homes for over 20 years with a simple vision: to exceed their homebuyers’ expectations. Their unwavering vision has positioned Portrait Homes as one of the elite builders in the industry today, and has earned them the prestigious award of Best Builder in BC for four years, 2005-2006-2007-2009, for their work at Silver Ridge in Maple Ridge. Visit this website: www.portraithomes.ca http://www.opacitydesign.com/work/PortraitEmbracing the surrounding metropolitan bustle, Granville Island's ambiance is matchless; its gritty, industrial past and alluring waterfront is proudly displayed in today's people-friendly, artistic, and energetic incarnation. Granville Island's cluster of galleries, lofts and working studios celebrates local and regional artisans. At first, we were asked to develop a simple directory-style website. The end result: a Flash-based interactive map, entirely database driven with a design reflecting the creativity seen by the Artists & Artisans on the island. Visit this website www.granvilleislandartists.comhttp://www.opacitydesign.com/work/GranvilleIslandIndxis offers the full spectrum of index services. From index creation, licensing and administration to index calculation and technology services. Their index calculation technology today serves as the analytical engine that drives more than 6000 indices around the world. The Indxis brand requirements were a unique challenge: to visually represent a very uncommon term (Indexing) while reflecting a modern, sophisticated look. Showcasing seemingly simple business transactions that rely on these indices was key to the success of the project. http://www.opacitydesign.com/work/indxisHeadquartered in Orange County, California with joint-venture partners located in Korea, China and Taiwan, Suntsu Frequency Control, Inc. was established in 2002 by professionals from the frequency control industry. Suntsu approached us on a referral from Eclipse Awards – they were looking for a design firm to assist them in enhancing their overall company appearance and marketing materials. We began with a new brand identity and communication guidelines package, which lead to their revamped website, database utilities, server management and website marketing campaigns. Visit this website: www.suntsuinc.comhttp://www.opacitydesign.com/work/SuntsuEstablished in 1999, Summits of Hope is an officially registered not-for-profit association. Their goal is not only to help BC Children's Hospital finance some of the best research in the world, improve the quality of life for sick kids, educate and provide care for those children who need it most, but also to climb some of the world's most extreme mountain ranges. With our help, this charity website features a database driven system for climbers, along with a fresh website design, blog and content system. Visit this website www.summitsofhope.comhttp://www.opacitydesign.com/work/SummitsOfHopeFor over two decades, Hayer Homes has garnered the reputation as a proven leader in the building of quality homes throughout the Greater Vancouver area and Northern British Columbia. With a quickly expanding portfolio of developments, Hayer Homes turned to us to develop a modern brand identity and interactive website to be used as a central marketing location for their current and past projects. Visit this website www.hayerhomes.comhttp://www.opacitydesign.com/work/hayerFor nearly 50 years, Pentel Stationery of Canada Ltd. has supplied the world with the highest quality writing instruments. A leader in innovation, they strive to create office supply products that will thrill and provide inspiration in consumers' lives. Pentel retains our creative services to bring awareness to exciting products through bilingual packaging and national advertising campaigns for merchandise such as retractable pens/pencils, lead refills and corporate environmental initiatives. A key aspect of our designs has been to create an expression of Pentel’s fun attitude, energetic ideas and quality-oriented values, while keeping the product in the forefront. http://www.opacitydesign.com/work/PentelA limited collection of 16 masterfully proportioned residences delivering expansive living spaces and ample outdoor entertaining. These exclusive units define first-class living in the Lower Mainland. Built with the finest materials, Nakade offers exquisite finishes coupled with picturesque waterfront views. This project showcases our complete real estate development services. Starting with the brand identity to the 256 feet of construction hoarding, print material, vivid 3D renderings, website and sales centre, Nakade was an instant success, and a winner of a 2007 Georgie Award for Best Site Specific Website. Visit this website www.nakade.cahttp://www.opacitydesign.com/work/nakadeSomething Special Deli began with two friends and a mother’s secret recipe, making antipasto to share with friends and family. It became a savoured tradition and a gourmet treat during their own family gatherings. Something Special turned to us to develop a clean, easy to use website for a mature audience that would also serve as an e-commerce ordering system (USA visitors only). Their site has delivered great results; with orders coming in the very day the website was launched. Visit this website: www.somethingspecialdeli.comhttp://www.opacitydesign.com/work/SomethingSpecialDeliFor over 35 years, Volunteer Richmond Information Services (VRIS) has had a mandate to grow Richmond’s support systems. Whether providing required community programs or connecting people to other organizations, VRIS is key to bringing Richmond people and services together. With our help, VRIS has revamped most of their corporate pieces including their branding, annual reports, display material and website. Bright, positive and image- driven, this new identity has been very well received by the community and corporate culture of Richmond. Our team is proud to support VRIS, the Richmond Christmas Fund, along with the Richmond Food Bank. http://www.opacitydesign.com/work/VolunteerRichmondOcean Fisheries Ltd. is a privately owned Canadian company incorporated in 1962. Their first processing plants were in the Vancouver harbour and are now situated in Richmond and Prince Rupert. Their commitment to quality has made them a leading supplier of seafood worldwide. Through use of bright colours, water themed background imagery and easy to read content, this website enables Ocean's to showcase both their retail product line along with delicious recipes and corporate information. Visit this website www.oceanfish.comhttp://www.opacitydesign.com/work/oceansThe Richmond Hospital Foundation is a registered charity dedicated to saving lives and improving care at Richmond Hospital by enlisting the generous support of caring individuals, businesses and organizations. Our goal on this website was simplicity. Knowing that audiences of all ages and web experience would be visiting, it was important to build a site with a clean design, soft colours, easy-to-read fonts and clear navigation. Each page has a large “Donate Now” button, font size controls and Chinese language support.http://www.opacitydesign.com/work/richmondhospitalfoundationLondon Station showcases three refined buildings of striking individuality that merge seamlessly with the surrounding marine environment. This multi-phased development offers diverse floor plan styles that are luxuriously detailed and spacious, dramatic views from expansive rooftop patios or private balconies, and a neighbourhood beyond compare. Both phases are accurately showcased through the use of 3D renderings and plans which integrate into the website, direct mail pieces and media campaigns. An interactive video was also created to give potential buyers a closer, detailed look at their future home. Visit this website www.londonstation.cahttp://www.opacitydesign.com/work/LondonStationPortrait Homes has been building homes for over 20 years with a simple vision: to exceed their homebuyers’ expectations. That vision has helped establish Portrait Homes' reputation in the industry for having superior standards, customer service and home finishings. The Crest at Silver Ridge, showcases fantastic 3 bedroom and den single-family homes with gourmet kitchens, spa-like ensuites and panoramic views from Westwood Plateau to Golden Ears. These spacious architecturally designed homes offer ample room for living and entertaining in style. Set in a parkland of forested groves and hiking trails, this 105-acre community is truly spectacular.http://www.opacitydesign.com/work/TheCrestIntel and LANDesk turned to us to develop a custom campaign known as the vPro™ Infozone. This InfoZone was unique to every website visitor and their specific manageability, security, and performance needs. We began by developing a character concept known as the vPro™ Concierge, who would guide visitors through the various pages in the campaign. There, users could view technical documents and videos that were tailored to their specific industry. This campaign was 100% database driven to enable the website to feature dynamic content and tracking capabilities.http://www.opacitydesign.com/work/IntelLANDeskOakvale constructs homes crafted for a lifetime. Their communities are based on a vision of picturesque settings where comfort meets convenience and where neighbours become friends. Oakvale’s vision is carefully coordinated and implemented with attention to every detail, and it was necessary that their website reflected those same principals. This website was developed entirely in Flash and showcases the attention to detail that Oakvale brings to each project by featuring extensive project photography with subtle design elements throughout. Visit this website www.oakvale.ca http://www.opacitydesign.com/work/oakvaleChelsea Estates is a remarkable collection of 32 English Tudor-style townhomes, situated just blocks away from Richmond’s city centre. A variety of 3 and 4 bedroom floor plans provide buyers with plenty of options. Marketing content focuses on graceful surroundings, classic architecture, sleek interiors and a vibrant, social lifestyle. The vellum-wrapped brochure cover provides a sense of mystery; muting the vivid colours, only to reveal a stunning street-level perspective. A detailed community map allows buyers to get to know their neighbourhood with ease. http://www.opacitydesign.com/work/ChelseaEstatesGreat Canadian Gaming is the best game in town! They offer the most current slot machines and table games, exciting special events and the best service you'll find. They’ve successfully grown into the most prominent casinos around. While our site does not promote game development as one of our primary services, this particular project is a perfect example of our diverse creative capabilities. Developed entirely in Flash and featuring database connectivity, this online blackjack game is both incredibly fun and entertaining.http://www.opacitydesign.com/work/GreatCanadianCasinosLocated within Genstar’s award-winning Maple Crest community, Trails Edge consists of 104 finely appointed homes nestled on a secluded hillside setting overlooking scenic Maple Ridge. It was essential that the Trails Edge brand and marketing material reflect the allure and charm of this spectacular natural setting. The developed signage, brochure and website used roughened paper textures, large photography and various elements consistent in a nature themed design. Establishing a visual harmony between the customer and this unique lifestyle was key to the success of the project. Visit this website: www.discovertrailsedge.comhttp://www.opacitydesign.com/work/TrailsEdgeFrom award-winning data center infrastructure and file management products to innovative solutions and services, Brocade provides organizations with effective ways to get the most value from their data centers. Our work for Brocade included a series of CD presentations, which served as a portal for internal documents. Rather than producing a basic disc of files in a folder, our goal was to create an interactive menu system which opened in full-screen, thus reinforcing the brand and improving useability. http://www.opacitydesign.com/work/brocadeOris Consulting has earned a reputation for transforming desolate properties into vibrant communities that provide enduring value for homebuyers. For more than 30 years, skillful construction, high-quality design, and outstanding customer service continue to be the hallmarks of every Oris development. Oris turned to us to transform them into a dominant brand. From the masculine to the mythical, wide ranges of concepts were explored. The final result was a bold, streamlined wordmark that can effortlessly stand the test of time. Their latest two developments, Currents and The Pier at London Landing, will continue to bring innovative architectural designs to Steveston's evolving waterfront. www.orisconsulting.cahttp://www.opacitydesign.com/work/orisLocated in Steveston’s historic village, this modern sales office is the heart of all marketing and sales efforts for Re/Max Westcoast Steveston Real Estate (WSRE). Offering a variety of services to help you navigate the ever-changing real estate market, Re/Max WSRE's local knowledge and friendly customer service has more than satisfied the requirements of their clients for over 14 years. Carefully constructed to produce maximum sales, we coordinated the design of all visuals and collaterals in the new office. http://www.opacitydesign.com/work/stevestonrealestateLocated on No. 2 Road in Richmond, Navigator's Cove is a collection of 50, two- and three-level townhomes with elegant Maritime-style architecture reflecting the close proximity to the charming fishing village of Steveston. Through the effective use of materials, colours and mediums, we were able to create a budget-conscious program that effectively promoted the development to new buyers, investors and the media. The marketing pieces convey the many key features of Navigator's Cove, from the stylish interior and refined exterior aspects, to the idyllic community. http://www.opacitydesign.com/work/NavigatorsCove