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Case Study: crafting a new digital identity for Svoboda v Kvadrate

2025-09-24 09:22
Our client, "Svoboda v Kvadrate", offers a transparent and effective model for investing in the Russian market: commercial real estate with predictable returns. However, their previous digital presence failed to clearly communicate this compelling value proposition to potential investors. The complexity of their product demanded a specialized communication strategy.

The challenge
Client: "Svoboda v Kvadrate," a commercial real estate investment company
Goal: Design and launch a website that clearly and convincingly explains a sophisticated investment model, builds immediate trust and establishes the company as a market expert
Agency: Make Sense
Timeline: 3 months

Svoboda v Kvadrate came to Make Sense with a clear need: to create a website that would demystify complex financial mechanisms and make them easily understandable for their target audience.
Key objectives

The Make Sense team was tasked with several focused goals:
  1. Simplifying a complex product. The primary challenge was to clearly explain the essence of commercial real estate investment and the company's business model using plain language, avoiding complex financial jargon.
  2. Building trust. In the high-stakes investment sphere, reliability is paramount. The website needed to establish immediate credibility by showcasing the company's expertise and transparency.
  3. Establishing a premium visual identity. Our art direction faced the task of creating a visual language associated with reliability, stability, and premium quality—distancing the brand from the perception of a high-risk startup.
  4. Driving lead generation. A critical objective was to effectively motivate users to take the next step and request a consultation.
Alena Lebedeva, Head of Marketing at Svoboda v Kvadrate:
"The landing for Svoboda v Kvadrate was designed to serve as a primary entry point for our target audience, fulfilling several critical functions. First and foremost, it consolidates all key aspects of the project in one place: who we are, what we offer, and the unique value we provide. The site also communicates our key message: that real estate investment demands a strategic, systematic approach, not impulsive decisions. This philosophy is woven into every element of the landing page from the visual design to the value propositions.
Furthermore, the page serves a vital marketing function. It allows us to measure the performance of our advertising campaigns, analyze which channels deliver the best results, and build a more transparent and effective sales funnel."
Visual solution

Our work was built on two key pillars: visual communication and textual content.

Visual Strategy: building trust, clarity and prestige

Angela Grishina, Art Director at Make Sense, outlines the visual approach:
"We consciously moved away from an aggressive or overly 'youthful' design aesthetic. Our objective was to achieve a sense of visual gravitas. We employed a calm, restrained color palette, anchored by a deep blue that conveys reliability and professionalism. Instead of abstract graphics, we made photography of the actual real estate properties, those invested in by Fedor Stepanov and his clients a cornerstone of the visual identity. This creates a tangible, concrete connection for the audience. Clean lines, ample white space, and disciplined typography all work in concert to shape the perception of a serious financial partner."
Implementation of the visual solution

  • On the very first screen, users are greeted by a concise and powerful headline: "Passive Income from Svoboda v Kvadrate." This statement immediately communicates the core value proposition of the service.
  • To ensure immediate clarity, we broke down the complex investment process into a simple, visual step-by-step flow: Strategy Development → Sourcing or Creating Profitable Assets → Active Management → Full Portfolio Support (if required).

This intuitive pipeline allows potential investors to grasp the entire business model at a glance.
  • The "Assets" section is designed as a gallery of real-world properties. Each listing features key metrics: property type, projected yield, and investment horizon presented with utmost clarity. This approach provides a transparent overview of the portfolio and underscores the company's commitment to clear, upfront terms.
Text Strategy: сlarity and an expert tone

Our copywriting team dedicated significant effort to translating the complex financial model into clear, persuasive copy.
Kristina Eremenko, Co-founder of Make Sense, explains the approach: "Our primary goal was to break down the barrier of misunderstanding. We replaced complex industry jargon with simple, direct language. Instead of 'portfolio diversification,' we talk about 'higher returns.' Instead of 'yield to maturity,' we say 'calculating hidden profit.' We spoke to the investor in their own language, focusing on the outcome — passive income — rather than the complex mechanics."

Alexandra Pertseva, Co-founder of Make Sense, adds: "We structured the text as a dialogue with a skeptical yet interested investor. First, we explain the 'what and how,' then we show them the 'concrete assets and numbers.' This logical flow guides the user through the funnel from initial interest, to building trust, and finally to taking action: the readiness to discuss their investment with an expert Fedor Stepanov, the company's founder."
Building trust through social proof and expertise

Special attention was paid to the sections dedicated to building trust and validating the company's expert status.

  • The testimonials section. The team featured direct quotes from the company's clients, which serve as powerful social proof and influence the decision-making process. This allows a potential investor to see that others have already successfully taken this journey and are satisfied with the results.
Useful materials and podcast episodes

These sections position "Svoboda v Kvadrate" as a thought leader and a source of valuable insights, moving beyond the image of a mere seller of investment products and services.
Kristina Eremenko comments on this strategy: "Testimonials and expert content are critical trust-building elements. In the investment world, people are ultimately buying confidence. Seeing a positive review from a peer and having access to in-depth materials from the product's creators eliminates about 90% of their doubts, making the decision significantly easier for the client."
Results
The new website has become a cornerstone of Svoboda v Kvadrate's communication strategy, successfully achieving its primary objectives: clarity and trust-building.

  • High-quality leads: Consultation requests now come from people who are already familiar with Fedor's services, have reviewed client testimonials, and arrive with specific questions. This significantly shortens the sales cycle.
  • Strengthened expert positioning: With its integrated knowledge base and podcast, the site has become a flagship asset for the company, demonstrating a profound understanding of the market and a fully transparent approach.
  • Lowered barrier to entry: Through clear explanations and concise, compelling copy, the complex financial product has become accessible and understandable to a much broader audience.

The project's success hinged on the Make Sense team's ability to structure intricate information into a format that immediately builds credibility. By combining strategic copywriting, high-quality visuals, client testimonials, and valuable resources, we delivered a tool that doesn't just explain—it persuades, helping to foster long-term client relationships.

You can view the live website here: https://свободавквадрате.рф/
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