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Anthony Melchiorri, co-creator and host of Travel Channel’s Hotel Impossible, is an expert in the art of hospitality. Anthony knows that success is in the details and that subtle choices can make a big impression.

We developed brand identity and positioning that would translate his direct, honest style and commitment to excellence to products and packaging. The branding project included brand logo, brand statement, tag line, packaging design and guidelines, and signature patterns for use on products. The branding was extended to his website, anthonymelchiorri.com, where guests are invited to LIVE UP!

“Alternatives is best marketing company I have worked with—bar none. They have done my marketing, they have done my website, and now they are my go to marketing company on Hotel Impossible…”
—Anthony Melchiorri

See the full project — Anthony Melchiorri

The BBC Studios network broadcasts a mix of comedy, drama and lifestyle programs. We work with BBC on design and layout of their quarterly and holiday catalogs for US and Canada.

We work with the BBC Studios in-house licensing team creating brand extensions and packaging for hit shows such as Doctor Who and Top Gear, in the American market. We’ve also created product packaging for BBC Earth kids and tradeshow graphics to promote the brands at their booth at Licensing Expo.

See the full project — BBC Studios

essence cosmetics was launched in Europe in 2001 and quickly became the European leader in value beauty products. Based on the brand’s global success, essence was launched into the North American Market. Realizing that there were some challenges in penetrating the crowded US marketplace, Alternatives worked with essence to develop a communication strategy that would strongly resonate with young women, establish a unique position for the brand and build a platform for growth in North America. We conducted market research with young women in the US to further inform our strategy and approach.

The strategy was then rolled out into a comprehensive marketing plan including advertising, social media, in store graphics and coordination of product sampling in 24 cities around North America.

See the full project — Cosnova Inc

The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board is responsible for promoting the BVI as a prominent Caribbean destination and driving tourism to the British Virgin Islands. Their work to supports the image and reputation of the islands and facilitates the quality and development of tourist areas.

We work with the BVI Tourist Board on programs that build appreciation and awareness for the destination. After Hurricanes Irma and Maria devastated much of the Islands, we assisted in their relief efforts with programs geared toward fundraising and rebuilding initiatives, and communicating that the islands are open for business.

See the full project — BVI Tourist Board

Philip Pearlstein is a world-renowned artist, best known for his modernist realism nudes. He is a Distinguished Professor Emeritus with paintings in the collections of over 70 public art museums and is still actively engaged in painting at the age of 95. Philip Pearlstein is currently represented by the Betty Cuningham Gallery in New York City.

We worked with the Philip Pearlstein Studio to create and program an artfully designed website that is a comprehensive resource, showcasing, archiving and creating context around Philip’s impressive body of work.

See the full project — Philip Pearlstein

Sun & Earth makes natural and effective cleaning products that are good for people, pets and the planet. The refreshed logo, brand messaging and packaging design communicate the brand’s sunny disposition, effective formulas and natural ingredients, while creating a strong brand image across the line.

See the full project —Sun & Earth

The Curry Stone Foundation is the inspiration of Cliff Curry, a FAIA architect, urban planner and developer, and historical archaeologist Dr. Delight Stone, RPA. The foundation supports groups and individuals using social impact design to build healthier, more vital communities and actively advocates for the use of design as a tool for social change. The website is a repository for the ongoing podcast series: Social Design Insights.

We worked with the Curry Stone Foundation to create a welcoming and accessible destination for the social design community, university programs and others curious to learn how design can be used as a tool to improve lives and address social injustices throughout the world. We developed a holistic strategy for the website to create greater accessibly to information, improve the user experience and inspire people to positively change the world through design.

See the full project — Curry Stone Foundation

The IRS produces over 2,400 publications a year and creates numerous touchpoints across a wide range of internal and external programs. With the large number of materials, uses and challenging communication needs, a more defined and focused approach was required to increase the quality, functionality, efficiency and overall communication of all materials produced. The One IRS concept was developed and designed in cooperation with the IRS Design Office Team to align the organization with a visual communication system, messaging and series of tools to create synergy agency-wide.

One IRS is a winner!
Finalist – Multi-Channel Campaigns
2017/2018 Adobe Creativity Government Awards

See the full project — Internal Revenue Service

Link AKC, developed with the American Kennel Club, is a smart collar and app that tracks your dog’s location, activities and health. We work with Link AKC to drive sales and increase website traffic and engagement through the creation of the weekly digital newsletter, The Wanderer, targeted email blast campaigns, corresponding website landing pages, and social media creative assets. 

We worked in collaboration with the Link AKC in-house sales and marketing team on strategic planning, generating content topics, content and articles, customer service and sales support materials.

“I have worked with Alternatives for almost 15 years on large established brands as well as smaller start-ups. They bring a unique combination of thoughtful strategic thinking founded in solid consumer insights together with no nonsense execution and blue chip New York City creative talent. They do this while also being mindful of costs and the bottom line. A truly rare combination in today’s world. The team at Alternatives has helped me build brands, create brands, and also roll up their sleeves to execute at various sponsored events and trade shows. They are a great partner that I turn to first when I have a creative challenge. I look forward to working with Alternatives for years to come.”
—Herbie Calves, Chief Marketing Officer

See the full project — Link AKC