Marketing, Design, Photography, Video

Wienerberger ZeroPlus

Filed Under: Marketing on 18/01/2012 by Workhouse

Launched in the UK in January 2012, ZeroPlus is a brand new product from Wienerberger, the world's largest brick manufacturer. The product, a new mortar designed to work at temperatures from 0°C and rising, has been designed to work exclusively with the Porotherm Clay Block walling system to provide the same benefits of a fast, clean build, but in colder weather. Working closely with Wienerberger UK, Workhouse developed several concepts for the marketing of ZeroPlus. 'Cold and Fast' has … [Read more...]

Martin Meadows- & Kim Cooper During Filming

Large Catalogue

Filed Under: Design on 06/01/2012 by Workhouse

A large catalogue we're especially proud of landed in the office this week, so we decided to make a short video to showcase it. As usual, we are just clearing it with the client before uploading the video, but here is a snap of super Account Manager: Kim Cooper, with full time Operations Director (and part time cameraman) Martin Meadows taken during filming, to be going on with. … [Read more...]

Crown Trade Steracryl Brochure

Filed Under: Design on 04/01/2012 by Kim Cooper

In 2010 Crown paints retail marketing materials were given a fresh approach making ‘It’s not just paint, it’s personal’ messaging integral to the brand. Commissioned by Crown paints, Workhouse updated the Crown Trade marketing materials to bring them into line with the new corporate branding. To ensure the change was reflected across all their publications many had to be re-designed. The Steracryl brochure is just one example of design work by Creative Designer, James Hogg. … [Read more...]

Forbes Solicitors Event Photography

Filed Under: Photography on 04/01/2012 by Workhouse

In early November 2011, Workhouse Photographer Andrew Woodhouse was asked to shoot the Forbes Compensation Culture conference in Manchester. The event was well attended and a typical conference/event shoot which required shots of the speakers speaking at the lectern and shots of the guests. The location of the conference was spectacular – the Town Hall in Manchester. The room in which the conference took place had real character and such a sense of occasion, it was the perfect … [Read more...]

Workhouse Secret Santa Video

Filed Under: Video on 20/12/2011 by Workhouse

Once again we have produced our ‘no expense incurred’ Christmas Card video which we really enjoyed putting together with our usual passion! Each and every year we strive to come up with an original idea for our Christmas video and this year was no exception... The best bit about giving a Christmas present is seeing the reaction of the person you’re giving it to, this is especially the case when we do our office Secret Santa, and formed the concept for this years video. Digital … [Read more...]

Stax Trade Centres Catalogue

Filed Under: Design on 20/12/2011 by Nita Jones

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Stax Trade Centres Website

Filed Under: Design, Marketing on 20/12/2011 by Mark Jones

Leading trade cash & carry wholesaler Stax Trade Centres approached Workhouse Marketing for digital consultancy advice with a view to rolling out a major new website project. The old website platform was outdated, both visually and from a technical perspective - ineffectively bolting two proprietary systems together. The product database was also incredibly fragmented, so Stax wanted to find an effective solution that would bring their online business in line with the capabilities of the … [Read more...]

Enki Ultimate Splashbacks Brochure

Filed Under: Design on 20/12/2011 by Workhouse

In 2011 Ceramic Prints launched a new range of kitchen splashbacks, but it has to be said that these are not just any splashbacks, they are the ultimate in designer kitchen splashbacks and the perfect finishing touch for any kitchen! As one of our existing clients, Ceramic Prints commissioned Workhouse to create a 16 page brochure which was designed by our Studio Manager, Graham Slater. Graham also planned and was involved in the styling, lighting, props and build of the various room sets … [Read more...]

Crown Trade Historic Colours Brochure Cover

Crown Trade Historic Brochure

Filed Under: Design on 20/12/2011 by Kim Cooper

Crown paints retail marketing materials were given a fresh approach in 2010, making ‘It’s not just paint, it’s personal’ messaging integral to the brand. To reflect this new look and feel, Workhouse were commissioned to update the Crown Trade materials to fall in line. Account managed by Kim Cooper, we have a long standing relationship with Crown paints and they have been one of our clients for 10 years. To ensure the change was reflected across all their publications many had to … [Read more...]

Eaves Hall Website

Filed Under: Design on 19/12/2011 by Jamie Brown

James’ Places recently added another property to its eclectic portfolio, the stunning Georgian Mansion that is Eaves Hall. The building itself was in need of a total refurbishment and Eaves Hall’s online presence also needed a make-over, a new website was required, and fast! Jamie Brown has been predominately working on digital design for James’ Places and really understands the clients needs and vision. No two venues within the James’ Places portfolio are the same which allows … [Read more...]