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A Beacon for Technology & Engineering, A Brand for Impact

WeThree are proud to present our tender for NCC’s Branding, Design & Artworking Services. As specialists in branding and design for technology and engineering, we bring clarity and creativity to complex, technical subjects. Over the years, we have worked with leading global organisations to develop high-impact visual identities, brand systems, and communications that translate innovation into compelling storytelling.

Our approach blends strategic thinking, design expertise and digital innovation, ensuring every piece of work is intelligent, engaging and built to last. We believe technology and engineering deserve a bold, distinctive visual language – one that informs, inspires and reflects the pioneering work of NCC.

As a creative collective, WeThree brings together the expertise of three boutique studios, strengthened by an extensive network of specialists across brand, design and communications. This highly collaborative model enables us to deliver pragmatic, results-driven solutions, tailored specifically to NCC’s needs and vision for the future.

Our Services
Brand Strategy
Brand Identity
Digital Design
Brand Experience
AI
AR/VR
Brand in Motion
Brand Guidelines
Design Systems
Brand Strategy
Brand Identity
Digital Design
Brand Experience
AI
AR/VR
Brand in Motion
Brand Guidelines
Design Systems

The Collective
The Collective

WeThree Collective unites specialist agencies to create brands with impact. Together, we deliver brand solutions that balance boutique attention with deep expertise. Each agency brings unique strengths in brand strategy, design and digital execution.
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With over 15 years of collaborating together and over 75 years of combined creative excellence, our trusted partnership ensures every project is executed with precision, adaptability and purpose.

WeThree CREATIVE
Brand and Design Studio
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We specialise in crafting brand identities and dynamic visual systems that translate complex technology and engineering into compelling, scalable design solutions. With extensive experience in science, technology and industrial sectors, we create clear, engaging and future-focused branding that reflects innovation while maintaining consistency and impact.

We develop cohesive and adaptable visual languages that help brands communicate complexity with clarity and creativity. All our work is strategy first – to inform, inspire and ignite engagement,  and we craft and nurture brands to help change the way people think, feel and act.

Clients include:
AirTrunk, Barclays, British Airways, Chanel, EY, Glencore and Sky

www.wethree.studio
Keishi Co
Strategic Brand Consultancy
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An independent creative consultancy dedicated to helping businesses solve their brand challenges through more effective strategy, design and communication.

Clients include: Chartered Insurance Institute, HTC, Parker & Lynch, Symrise and We The Curious

www.keishi.co
PARAFORM STUDIO
Creative Innovation Studio
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Paraform is a creative studio that forms New Perspectives for Brands with Vision. They are a team of passionate digital designers, animators, technologists, and innovators dedicated to exploring new creative  possibilities. By exploring the latest in creative technology they form new ways to bring brands to life.

Clients include: BBC, British Gas,  Meta, Resource Guru and Royal College of Music

www.paraform.studio

The Brief
The Brief

NCC is a world-leading centre for technology and engineering innovation. As a strategic national asset, NCC advances composite materials, digital manufacturing and sustainability, working across industries including aerospace, energy and infrastructure.

This framework seeks to create clear, engaging and high-impact design solutions that showcase NCC’s pioneering work and strengthen its brand presence. The focus is on delivering on-demand branding, design and artworking services that enhance NCC’s communications across digital, print and event materials.

Project Focus
Engineering the Future – Highlighting NCC’s leadership in advanced materials, digital engineering and clean energy.

Translating Innovation – Making complex technology clear, engaging and accessible.

Strengthening the Brand – Delivering consistent, high-quality design assets that reflect NCC’s expertise and influence.

Core Services
Branding & Identity – Development of brand assets and identity elements to ensure a cohesive visual language.

Marketing & Print Design – Creation of brochures, reports, infographics and corporate materials.

Exhibition & Event Materials – Design of large-scale banners, branded displays and event collateral.

Photography & Videography – Production of high-quality imagery and short-form video content to support NCC’s storytelling.

Digital & Interactive Design – Development of motion graphics, interactive PDFs and social media assets.

This is more than just creating assets – it’s about ensuring NCC’s communications are impactful, future-ready and aligned with its mission.

Our Process

Our three-stage process underpins every project we work on and is designed to deliver clarity and creativity throughout our engagement.

We’ll use this approach to leverage key strategic insights, combining them with our innovative design thinking, to create a cohesive brand system that is both flexible and built to last.

Wethree approach diagram

Formation

This phase builds in time to better understand your unique needs – From strategy and key milestones to ensuring the right people inside and outside your organisation are fully engaged. We’ll uncover key insights and identify ways to make your visual identity stand out and make a real impact.

Exploration

Your visual identity isn’t just a logo – it’s everything that represents the brand visually and verbally. In our exploration phase, we’ll look at how to bring your identity to life so it connects with audiences and shows the world who you are, what you do and how you do it.

Creation

Finally, we’ll develop a flexible design system that changes how people see and interact with your brand. We’ll create an identity that connects in the right way and provide the right tools for it to be scaled and  implemented effectively.

The Team
The Team

Our team is made up of experienced industry experts, chosen to match your specific needs. This means you’ll always have access to the right team at the right time, with the right mix of skills and experience when you need them.

We believe design has a vital role to play in transforming and strengthening The British Museum brand.

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David Gilligan
EXECUTIVE CREATIVE DIRECTOR
OVERVIEW

– 30+ years of experience
– Worked across 3 continents
– Award-winning designer
– Brand communication specialist
– Expert in scalable design systems
– Institutional branding experience

David Gilligan is the founder of WeThree Creative, established in Sydney in 2016 and relocated to the UK in 2018. He is British, with over 30 years of experience, David has led projects across Europe, Asia, and Australia, bringing a global perspective to brand design.

He has worked extensively on adaptable and flexible brand systems for prestigious institutions such as the University of Oxford and Vlerick Business School, as well as global brands like Chanel, British Airways Executive Club, and Vodafone. David’s expertise also spans national brands, including Barclays, Lloyds Bank Group, and Sky, where his work has driven consistent, scalable design solutions.

An award-winning designer and strategic leader, David combines deep insight with meticulous planning and collaboration to deliver brands that connect with audiences and create lasting impact. His approach ensures that every project, from concept to completion, aligns with a client’s vision and achieves measurable results.

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Keshi Bouri
STRATEGIC DIRECTOR
OVERVIEW

– 28+ years experience
– Expert in adaptable design systems
– Worked at world's leading agencies
– Award-winning solutions
– Specialist in large institutional brands
– Excels in leading business transformation

Keshi Bouri is the founder of Keshi & Co, a British-born strategist and designer with over 28 years of experience. He's worked with some of the world’s most respected creative agencies, shaping brands across FMCG, B2B, B2C, government, and non-profits in the UK, Europe, the USA, and the Middle East.

Specialising in bridging the gap between strategy and design, Keshi translates complex business challenges into effective, high-impact solutions. His portfolio includes leading brand strategy, design, and implementation for major organisations such as Sky, British Telecom, the Chartered Insurance Institute, Swiss Re, The Daily Telegraph, and Visit London. A standout achievement includes redefining We The Curious (formerly At-Bristol), where he reshaped strategy, led the renaming process, and delivered a comprehensive visual identity system.

Keshi’s approach is pragmatic, collaborative, and creatively driven, ensuring that design is not just aesthetic but a catalyst for business transformation. His work has earned DBA Design Effectiveness and Transform Awards, reflecting the tangible impact of his projects.

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Dean Wilson
DIGITAL CREATIVE DIRECTOR
OVERVIEW

- 15 years experience
- Worked in London, Moscow and Amsterdam
- New media and digital specialist
- Technology enthusiast
- Design Systems Specialist
- Award winning designer

Dean Wilson is the founder of Paraform, a London-based creative studio that forms new perspectives for brands with vision. With over 15 years of experience, Dean and his team craft innovative brand experiences that challenge traditional approaches, spanning Design, Motion, Brand Experience, VR/AR, and AI.

Born in the UK with English and Scottish heritage, Dean's career has taken him from London to Moscow and Amsterdam, giving him a strong understanding of both British and multi-cultural markets‍. He has worked in top brand agencies, leading projects for prestigious British brands, including several for the Royal Family.

Dean's strategically-led approach and passion for pushing creative boundaries through emerging technology transforms complex brand challenges into captivating experiences. His focus on breathing life into brand identities by blending conceptual thinking with a diverse skill set allows him to create adaptable, flexible, and scalable brand systems.

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Jonathan Miller
CLIENT DIRECTOR
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Adnan Habis
SENIOR BRAND CONSULTANT
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Claire Wright
Digital Publication SPECIALIST
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Alberto Romanos
Typography SPECIALIST
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Ben Garner
DIGITAL PARTNER

Relevant Work
Relevant Work Work

We specialise in branding and design for technology and engineering clients, developing clear, cohesive and engaging design systems. Our work delivers practical, scalable solutions that support teams and partners in communicating complex innovations effectively.

Our best work is delivered when we collaborate closely with our clients. By understanding your unique needs we’ll be able to offer pragmatic advice and deliver effective solutions that surpass expectations.

Here is a small selection of relevant work.

Clients we have worked with

Barclays
BBC
British Airways
Chanel
Glencore
Lloyds Banking Group
Oxford University
Royal College of Music
Scottish TV (STV)
Sky

Initial Thoughts
Initial Thoughts

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Innovation is rarely static—it evolves, adapts and pushes beyond limits. The National Composites Centre (NCC) is a world-leading centre for technology and engineering innovation, shaping the future of advanced materials, digital engineering and sustainable manufacturing. As a strategic national asset, NCC doesn’t just create solutions, it pioneers them, turning bold ideas into real-world impact.

Before diving into the full scope of this project, we wanted to share some initial thoughts—early insights that capture our excitement to collaborate. These are not fixed proposals but rather starting points, designed to spark discussion and inspire new ways of thinking.

Our focus will be on:
‍Communicating Complexity –
Making NCC’s groundbreaking work accessible, engaging and clear.

‍Strengthening Identity –
Ensuring NCC’s visual storytelling reflects its leadership and ambition.

‍Amplifying Impact –
Creating design solutions that enhance engagement and drive recognition.

This is more than a branding and design project – it’s an opportunity to help shape NCC’s next chapter, ensuring its communication is as bold and innovative as the work it does.

An Ode to The NCC
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From fibre and form, from concept to flight,
We shape the future, we engineer light.
A vision—where science and strength combine,
Forging tomorrow, one thread at a time.

Bound by progress, by knowledge, by drive,
Pushing the limits where innovation thrives.
A place where bold ideas take hold,
Transforming the new from the tried and old.

In labs of precision, in factories of progress,
We build the materials that power change.
Wings that soar, turbines that turn,
Structures that rise where the past once burned.

Not bound by the now, nor locked in the past,
We look to the future, we build to outlast.
Through digital minds and skilled human hands,
We reimagine, we refine, we expand.

For here, within these walls so wide,
Ideas take shape, the rules set aside.
From carbon and polymer, vision is spun—
And the next great breakthrough has only begun.

This is the National Composites Centre —
A beacon of progress, a force to remember.
For those who dare, for those who strive,
The future is here. The future is alive.

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