Elixir Hotels

Hospitality in the Arabian sea

Role

Lead Product Designer and Developer

Responsibilities

Research, Branding, Design & Development

Year

2021

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Problem

Elixir Hotels, a leading hospitality brand in Kerala, needed to distinguish its flagship property and two sister resorts with bespoke online identities. The digital presence to capture each location’s unique charm, leading to a generic user experience that fully showcase individual offerings or drive guest engagement and bookings.

Research

  • Market & Competitor Analysis: We reviewed top coastal Kerala resorts’ websites to identify best practices in storytelling, visual hierarchy, and reservation flows.
  • Guest Surveys & Interviews: Current and prospective guests shared what they value most—be it luxury cliff‑side views, intimate beachfront escapes, or local cultural experiences.
  • Brand Audit: We examined Elixir Hotels’ existing collateral to pinpoint core brand attributes and opportunities for differentiation across properties.

Strategy

1. Define Brand Roles

  • Embrace timeless elegance and panoramic luxury.
  • Highlight intimate beachfront escape with relaxed sophistication.
  • Showcase authentic coastal culture and immersive local experiences.

2. Craft a Unified Yet Flexible Identity

  • Develop a shared visual language—logo motifs, typographic hierarchy, and a cohesive color system—that allows each property’s personality to shine.
  • Incorporate user feedback at each milestone to validate feature design and identify high‑impact refinements.

3. Optimize User Journeys

  • Map tailored booking flows for leisure travelers, event planners, and local diners.
  • Create dedicated landing pages for seasonal offers, cultural events, and curated experiences.

Design Phase

Brand Identity Workshops

  • Conducted collaborative sessions with stakeholders to refine mood boards and establish each property’s tone—luxurious minimalism for Elixir Cliff, breezy warmth for Seaside Retreat, and vibrant authenticity for Bayview Haven.

Wireframes & Prototypes

  • Sketched mobile‑first layouts prioritizing high‑impact imagery and clear calls to action.
  • Tested clickable prototypes with user panels, iterating on navigation placement and segment‑specific messaging

Web Development

  • Behind the captivating design lay robust web development solutions like HTML, SCSS, JavaScript that ensured optimal performance, functionality, and user experience across all devices and platforms.
  • Custom features and interactive elements were implemented to enhance user engagement and facilitate seamless booking and reservation processes.

Live Sites

Key Takeaways

Cohesive Yet Distinct Branding

  • A shared visual framework fosters brand recognition, while property‑specific nuances drive emotional connection and differentiation.

User‑Centered Journeys

  • Persona‑driven navigation and content ensure that leisure seekers, business guests, and event planners each find tailored pathways to book.

Conclusion

By combining in‑depth research, a strategic branding framework, and cutting‑edge web development, we transformed Elixir Hotels’ online presence into three distinct, compelling digital experiences. Each property now tells its own story—inviting guests to discover cliff‑top luxury, serene beachfront escapes, or authentic coastal culture—while reinforcing the overarching Elixir Hotels promise of unforgettable seaside hospitality in Kerala.

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