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Abdulsamad Umar Positions Concord as a New Symbol of Smart Urban Living in Africa

Abdulsamad Umar Positions Concord as a New Symbol of Smart Urban Living in Africa

Concord is a forward-thinking real estate development company headquartered in Abuja, Nigeria. At its core, Concord is committed to creating smart, sustainable, and emotionally resonant living environments that reflect the evolving aspirations of modern African urban dwellers. With a clear mission to redefine urban living across the continent, Concord aims to move beyond the conventions of traditional real estate by introducing spaces that prioritize design intelligence, environmental consciousness, and deep human connection.

The brand name “Concord” stems from the Latin roots Con (with) and Cord (heart) a powerful metaphor for living in harmony. This insight became the anchor for the brand’s strategic direction, inspiring a philosophy rooted in balance between nature and innovation, form and function, emotion and efficiency.

From the outset, the branding process focused on establishing a distinct identity that would stand apart in a saturated market and resonate with an aspirational, globally aware audience. This includes discerning local buyers, diaspora investors seeking long-term value, and executive families in search of homes that reflect their lifestyle and values.

The visual identity system was designed to articulate this unique position. A modern, clean wordmark serves as the brand’s foundation, complemented by contemporary sans-serif typography and a flexible, modular grid system that reflects structure, elegance, and forward momentum. The color palette leans on earthy, grounded tones evoking trust, serenity, and warmth while subtle highlights convey modernity and innovation. The result is a brand that feels both premium and human.

Beyond aesthetics, the identity was built with scalability and consistency in mind. It was seamlessly implemented across Concord’s digital platforms, including its company profile, marketing collateral, website, and proprietary social platform, iSocial. This integrated brand presence ensures a cohesive experience for users at every touchpoint reinforcing trust and deepening engagement.

The launch of the brand has generated overwhelmingly positive feedback, with Concord quickly earning recognition as a rising leader in Nigeria’s smart real estate sector. The refined identity has not only differentiated the brand in a competitive landscape but has also positioned it as a beacon of new urban living inspiring a growing community of future-forward homeowners and investors alike.

CREDIT

  • Agency/Creative: Abdulsamad Umar
  • Article Title: Abdulsamad Umar Positions Concord as a New Symbol of Smart Urban Living in Africa
  • Organisation/Entity: Freelance
  • Project Type: Identity
  • Project Status: Published
  • Agency/Creative Country: Nigeria
  • Agency/Creative City: Abuja
  • Market Region: Africa
  • Project Deliverables: Brand Identity, Logo Design
  • Industry: Real Estate
  • Keywords: brand Identity, real eastate, logo design, branding

  • Credits:
    Brand Identity Designer: Abdulsamad Umar

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