Adidas Originals

This project aimed to strengthen the identity of Adidas Originals by improving its discoverability and cultural relevance, particularly for Gen Z. Through immersive storytelling and interactive design, it reimagines how users connect with the brand across digital and physical touchpoints
This project aimed to strengthen the identity of Adidas Originals by improving its discoverability and cultural relevance, particularly for Gen Z. Through immersive storytelling and interactive design, it reimagines how users connect with the brand across digital and physical touchpoints

Services

Services

UI/UX Design

Service Design

3D Design

Research & Prototyping

UI/UX Design

Service Design

3D Design

Research &

Prototyping

Catagories

Catagories

Web Design

Web Design

Client

Client

Adidas Originals

Adidas

Originals

Context

Context

Adidas Originals, while deeply rooted in streetwear and cultural expression, lacks clear distinction from the main Adidas brand on digital platforms. This creates confusion for users and weakens brand storytelling. Through service design methods, I explored how a more expressive, immersive Originals pres ence could be embedded into the digital Adidas experience.

Problem Statement

Problem Statement

How Might we use Service design to improve the discoverabiliyt and emotional enagement of Adidas Originals on the main Adidas Platform - creating a more distinct, immersive and culturally authentic brand experience?

Solution

Solution

A reimagined Adidas Originals brand experience that integrates an interactive, storytelling-led trainer selection journey into the Adidas website. By incorporating immersive digital elements (using Unreal Engine), cultural narratives, and user-personalised discovery, the solution transforms product browsing into a culturally rich brand interaction.

Research

Research

To inform the design strategy, I conducted a Google Survey with over 80 Gen Z participants (ages 18-26) to understand their preferences around brand connection and digital shopping experiences. I also observed user behaviour on the Adidas website and benchmarked it against other leading fashion and lifestyle e-commerce platforms to identify key usability gaps and opportunities for brand differentiation.

Key Insights:
80% of users wanted deeper brand connection when shopping
92% were interested in personalised shopping journeys using AR or immersive elements
Users described the Adidas site as “hard to navigate” and “lacking identity” when trying to shop for Originals products
Emotional engagement, storytelling, and brand clarity were core opportunities for improvement

Secondary Research:

Evaluated competing service blueprints from brands like Nike SNKRS and Zalando
Studied Gen Z shopping behaviour, emotional drivers, and expectations of AR/VR-enhanced experiences
Reviewed design systems and tone across Adidas Originals campaigns vs. core Adidas branding

To inform the design strategy, I conducted a Google Survey with over 80 Gen Z participants (ages 18-26) to understand their preferences around brand connection and digital shopping experiences. I also observed user behaviour on the Adidas website and benchmarked it against other leading fashion and lifestyle e-commerce platforms to identify key usability gaps and opportunities for brand differentiation.

Key Insights:
80% of users wanted deeper brand connection when shopping
92% were interested in personalised shopping journeys using AR or immersive elements
Users described the Adidas site as “hard to navigate” and “lacking identity” when trying to shop for Originals products
Emotional engagement, storytelling, and brand clarity were core opportunities for improvement

Secondary Research:

Evaluated competing service blueprints from brands like Nike SNKRS and Zalando
Studied Gen Z shopping behaviour, emotional drivers, and expectations of AR/VR-enhanced experiences
Reviewed design systems and tone across Adidas Originals campaigns vs. core Adidas branding


Persona Development


Persona Development


User Journeys & Blueprints


User Journeys & Blueprints

Concept Development - Immersive Quiz

Concept Development - Immersive Quiz

Inspired by the lack of emotional engagement on product pages, I proposed an interactive quiz that lets users explore Adidas Originals’ brand heritage, cultural references, and creative DNA—then matches them to a product that reflects their personality.

Concept Features:
- Embedded within the Adidas Originals landing page
- Uses questions like: Pick an artist / Pick a location / Pick a vibe
- Delivers dynamic product suggestions based on cultural preferences
- Integrates storytelling with style discovery
- Designed and visualised using Unreal Engine to prototype atmosphere and emotion

Inspired by the lack of emotional engagement on product pages, I proposed an interactive quiz that lets users explore Adidas Originals’ brand heritage, cultural references, and creative DNA—then matches them to a product that reflects their personality.

Concept Features:
- Embedded within the Adidas Originals landing page
- Uses questions like: Pick an artist / Pick a location / Pick a vibe
- Delivers dynamic product suggestions based on cultural preferences
- Integrates storytelling with style discovery
- Designed and visualised using Unreal Engine to prototype atmosphere and emotion

Unreal Engine Implementation

Unreal Engine Implementation

The final outcome is an immersive, storytelling-led quiz experience embedded within the Adidas Originals section of the Adidas website. Designed using Unreal Engine to visualise mood and atmosphere, the quiz invites users to explore Adidas Originals through a narrative lens—selecting cultural preferences like music, activities, and style icons. This journey culminates in a personalised product recommendation that reflects the user's identity, aligning with the values of creativity, self-expression, and individuality that define the Originals brand. The service creates a deeper emotional connection between the user and the product, transforming a standard e-commerce flow into a culturally rich and memorable brand interaction.

The final outcome is an immersive, storytelling-led quiz experience embedded within the Adidas Originals section of the Adidas website. Designed using Unreal Engine to visualise mood and atmosphere, the quiz invites users to explore Adidas Originals through a narrative lens—selecting cultural preferences like music, activities, and style icons. This journey culminates in a personalised product recommendation that reflects the user's identity, aligning with the values of creativity, self-expression, and individuality that define the Originals brand. The service creates a deeper emotional connection between the user and the product, transforming a standard e-commerce flow into a culturally rich and memorable brand interaction.

Final Outcome

Final Outcome

The final outcome is an immersive, storytelling-led quiz experience embedded within the Adidas Originals section of the Adidas website. Designed using Unreal Engine to visualise mood and atmosphere, the quiz invites users to explore Adidas Originals through a narrative lens—selecting cultural preferences like music, activities, and style icons. This journey culminates in a personalised product recommendation that reflects the user's identity, aligning with the values of creativity, self-expression, and individuality that define the Originals brand. The service creates a deeper emotional connection between the user and the product, transforming a standard e-commerce flow into a culturally rich and memorable brand interaction.

The final outcome is an immersive, storytelling-led quiz experience embedded within the Adidas Originals section of the Adidas website. Designed using Unreal Engine to visualise mood and atmosphere, the quiz invites users to explore Adidas Originals through a narrative lens—selecting cultural preferences like music, activities, and style icons. This journey culminates in a personalised product recommendation that reflects the user's identity, aligning with the values of creativity, self-expression, and individuality that define the Originals brand. The service creates a deeper emotional connection between the user and the product, transforming a standard e-commerce flow into a culturally rich and memorable brand interaction.

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