Alan Designs recently collaborated with Mercedes-Benz to lead the creative direction and branding for an exclusive photoshoot of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Space Edition, a futuristic and ultra-luxurious concept vehicle that blends cutting-edge technology with cosmic inspiration. Our role was to craft a visual narrative that conveyed the otherworldly design of the S-Class Space Edition while maintaining the elegance, prestige, and sophistication that are synonymous with the Mercedes-Benz brand
Mercedes-Benz
Industry
AUTOMOBILEYear
December 23, 2022Product
Personal-BrandingSoftware
PhotoshopThe project began with an in-depth brainstorming session, where Alan Designs worked closely with Mercedes-Benz's design and marketing teams to fully understand the unique attributes of the Space Edition. This limited-edition model featured futuristic elements like an aerospace-inspired cabin, advanced autonomous driving technology, and innovative use of sustainable materials. Alan Designs vision for the photoshoot was to capture the vehicle in an ethereal, futuristic environment that reflected its space-age design while evoking a sense of luxury, innovation, and adventure.
One of the most striking visual concepts Alan developed for the shoot involved the integration of digital effects, where the S-Class Space Edition appeared to be gliding through a starry nebula or hovering above the moon's surface. This approach added a surreal, dreamlike quality to the photos, aligning with the Space Edition’s theme of pushing the boundaries of luxury and technology.
The final images from the photoshoot were used across Mercedes-Benz’s digital and print platforms, including high-end brochures, website banners, and social media campaigns. Alan Designs creative direction resulted in a visually stunning branding campaign that perfectly encapsulated the bold vision behind the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Space Edition. Our work not only highlighted the vehicle’s unique design but also positioned it as a symbol of futuristic luxury, innovation, and unparalleled craftsmanship, reinforcing Mercedes-Benz’s status as a leader in the automotive industry.