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Google Pixel—Garden Theory

 

Google Pixel—
Garden Theory

Social First Campaign

 
 
 

Football turns pressure up.
Jamal Musiala turns it down.
So we build a world around that contrast.

 
 
 
 
 
 

In an always-on world, doing less and noticing more has become aspirational. While football is usually defined by intensity, Jamal Musiala stands out for his calmness, quiet confidence, and grounded approach – making him a uniquely modern role model for a generation surrounded by noise.

Garden Theory is a surreal campaign world set between a garden, a pitch, and a fashion shoot. It translates match-day chaos into sharp, witty wisdom – turning pressure into patience, noise into focus, and defenders into weeds. At its center, the new Google Pixel 11 Pro acts as Jamal's intelligent companion, helping FC Bayern's number 10 stay clear-headed and focused on what truly matters.

 
 
 
 
 

We partnered with Highsnobiety to capture exclusive behind the scenes and Interview content with Jamal to tell the story through their distinct editorial lens.

 
 

The films were directed by Rogelio, with stills shot by Holly McCandless-Desmond. The garden set design was created by Nina Oswald in collaboration with Studio DePasquale.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Agency:
AKQA

Published:
2026

My role:
Executive Creative Director