# Nonspace

> Scandinavian brand and digital agency delivering strategy, design, technology, and communication for companies building brands, services, and digital experiences.

## About

Nonspace is a Scandinavian agency working across brand, design, communication, and technology.
We serve clients in energy, culture, sports, tourism, and hospitality. Founded 2011 (as ANTI Bergen), became Nonspace in 2022. Our team of 23 operates from Trondheim and Bergen.

## Services

- [Brand Strategy](https://www.nonspace.no/en/expertise/brand): Brand audits, positioning, naming, messaging frameworks, and strategic platforms
- [Visual Identity](https://www.nonspace.no/en/expertise/brand): Logo systems, design languages, typography, color palettes, and brand guidelines
- [Digital Platforms](https://www.nonspace.no/en/expertise/technology): Websites, product interfaces, CMS implementations, and modular design systems
- [Technology & Development](https://www.nonspace.no/en/expertise/technology): Frontend development, headless CMS setups, integrations, and technical architecture
- [Communication & Campaigns](https://www.nonspace.no/en/expertise/marketing): Creative concepts, campaigns, content production, and social media asset development
- [Experience & Environments](https://www.nonspace.no/en/expertise/experience): Spatial concepts, signage systems, branded environments, and digital installations
- Film & Motion: Film direction, cinematography, motion design, and content packages for digital channels
- Content & Copywriting: Narrative development, editorial content, scripts, and long-form storytelling

## Capabilities

- **Strategy & Research**: Brand audits, stakeholder workshops, qualitative research, competitive analysis, positioning
- **Design Tools**: Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, After Effects, Principle
- **Development - Frontend**: React, Next.js, Tailwind
- **Development - Backend**: Node.js, NestJS, Express.js
- **CMS & Commerce**: Sanity, Shopify
- **Media & Streaming**: Mux
- **APIs & Integrations**: REST, GraphQL
- **Data & Storage**: PostgreSQL
- **Data Layer**: Prisma ORM, MikroORM
- **Hosting & Infrastructure**: Vercel, DigitalOcean, Cloudflare
- **Project Delivery**: Notion, Slack, Airtable, cloud-based collaboration workflows
- **Analytics & Content**: Google Analytics, SEO tools, performance dashboards
- **Media & Production**: Cinema cameras, editing software, motion graphics pipelines

## Process

Our methodology combines strategy, design, content, and technology into structured project phases. Each engagement includes defined milestones, weekly checkpoints, and shared workspaces for collaboration.

### Brand Strategy Projects

1. **Discovery**
- Stakeholder interviews
- Brand audit and research
- Insight and opportunity mapping

2. **Strategy Development**
- Positioning frameworks
- Messaging architecture
- Narrative and strategic territories

3. **Identity Direction**
- Creative routes
- Alignment workshops
- Strategic recommendations

4. **Documentation**
- Brand platform
- Guidelines and rollout planning

### Digital Development Projects

1. **Definition**
- Technical scoping
- Information architecture
- UX requirements

2. **Design**
- Wireframes and flows
- Interface design
- Component library creation

3. **Development**
- Frontend builds
- CMS integration
- QA and iteration

4. **Deployment**
- Testing and refinement
- Launch support
- Documentation and handoff

### Marketing Campaigns

1. **Insight & Concept**
- Research and messaging
- Concept development
- Asset planning

2. **Production**
- Film and motion production
- Content creation
- Copywriting and adaptations

3. **Distribution**
- Channel formatting
- Social media and DSP assets
- Delivery to partners and media teams

Typical project durations range from 8 to 26 weeks depending on service type, with transparent delivery and structured communication throughout.

## Work

- [Rosenborg](https://www.nonspace.no/en/work/rosenborg-always-forward): Brand strategy, visual identity system, merchandise direction, and communication platform
- [Frøy](https://www.nonspace.no/en/work/froy-revitalised-identity): Complete rebrand including visual identity, design system, and communication assets
- [Britannia Hotel](https://www.nonspace.no/en/work/britannia-hotel): Brand strategy, visual identity, brand hierarchy, product design, and campaign development
- [Nye Hjorten Teater](https://www.nonspace.no/en/work/nye-hjorten-teater-where-life-plays): Creative concept, brand strategy, campaign identity, website, and audience-facing communication
- [Enova](https://www.nonspace.no/en/work/enova-no-digital-platform): Communication platform, visual identity, design system, digital services, and annual digital report
- [Visit Trondheim](https://www.nonspace.no/en/work/visit-trondheim-destination-branding): City brand strategy, visual identity, communication assets, tourism content, and international campaign
- [Festspillene i Bergen](https://www.nonspace.no/en/work/festspillene-i-bergen-strategic-rebranding): Visual identity, design system, UI design, and launch materials (Cannes Lions Grand Prix)
- [Norges fotballforbund](https://www.nonspace.no/en/work/norges-fotballforbund-a-strategy-for-all-of-norwegian-football): Visual identity, design system, digital services, and communication materials

## Industries

- Energy & Sustainability
- Financial Services
- Culture & Entertainment
- Healthcare & Life Sciences
- Technology & SaaS
- Hospitality & Tourism
- Sports & Organizations
- Public Sector & Government Services
- Retail & Consumer Brands

## Clients

Rosenborg, Enova, Kunstsilo, Norges Fotballforbund, Britannia Hotel, Sjømannskirken, ARM, Frøy, Visit Trondheim, Visit Bergen, Reitan, Nye Hjorten Teater, Sparebank 1 SMN

## Products

- [Brandspace](https://www.brandspace.no/): Centralized brand management platform for maintaining visual identity and assets

## Contact

- **Email**: partnerships@nonspace.no
- **Website**: https://www.nonspace.no/
- **Locations**: Trondheim and Bergen, Norway
- **Timezone**: CET (UTC+1)
- **LinkedIn**: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nonspace-/

## Awards

- **Cannes Lions**: Grand Prix (2014), Gold (2014), Finalist (2015)
- **Red Dot Design Award**: Grand Prix (2014), Best of the Best (2014)
- **European Design Awards**: Agency of the Year (2020), Best of Show (2014), Gold (2014), Silver (2018, 2020)
- **The One Show**: Gold (2014), Merit (2018, 2020)
- **D&AD / ADC Awards**: Gold (2014), Bronze (2015), Merit (2019)
- **Visuelt**: Gold (2014, 2015, 2018), Diploma (2015, 2018, 2020)
- **Gullblyanten**: Gold (2013, 2014, 2019), Silver (2013, 2019)
- **New York Festivals**: Silver (2021)
- **DOGA Awards**: Design Excellence (2014, 2015)
- **DBA Awards**: Effectiveness Award (2018)
- **Stella Awards**: Hegnar Business Prize (2017)
- **A'Design Awards**: Best Design Media (2019)

## Optional

- [Insights](https://www.nonspace.no/en/blueprint): Articles on brand strategy, design, and Norwegian market trends
- [Careers](https://www.nonspace.no/en/work-at-non): Open positions and team culture