Frequently Asked Questions

Industrial design combines function, aesthetics and manufacturability into a market-ready product. We don't just design surfaces — we think through the entire user experience, from first sketch to production readiness.

We are a globally operating industrial design agency based in Düsseldorf. Our team combines industrial design, UX/UI design, design strategy and material consulting. We work with medium-sized companies and corporations — from initial idea to market launch. We also work with start-ups.

We work across industries — from medical technology and building technology to consumer goods, mechanical engineering and e-mobility. This diversity is intentional: it gives us perspectives that specialists often lack.

Yes. Whether you're a startup with a first idea or a corporation with a complex product portfolio — we adapt our process to your situation. What matters is not company size, but the commitment to developing a truly great product.

Three things: First, we combine industrial design with UX/UI and design strategy under one roof. Second, we accompany projects through to production readiness — not just to a nice rendering. Third, we bring over 10 years of experience with international clients and regulated markets.

Every project starts with a briefing and analysis. This is followed by ideation, concept development, detailing and CAD engineering. On request, prototypes validate the result before we move into production preparation. You as the client are involved at every stage.

That depends on scope. A compact design project can be completed in 8-12 weeks. More complex developments with prototyping and regulatory requirements take 6-12 months. We give you a realistic estimate in the initial meeting.

We need your knowledge about market, users and technical constraints. In practice this means: regular check-ins every 1-2 weeks, feedback on designs and approvals at defined milestones. We handle the rest.

Yes, on request we deliver production-ready CAD data and technical documentation. We can also accompany you through tooling coordination, first sample inspection and series launch.

Depending on the project: 3D CAD data (SolidWorks/STEP), technical drawings, photorealistic renderings, material specifications and design documentation. Everything you need for production and internal communication.

Costs depend on complexity, scope and project phase. Compact projects start in the low five-figure range, comprehensive developments with prototyping and regulatory can reach six figures. We provide a transparent quote after the initial meeting.

Both are possible. For clearly defined projects, we work with fixed prices per phase. For ongoing consulting or exploratory projects, we offer hourly rates or retainer models. We recommend the model that fits your project.

Four factors: product complexity (mechanical, electronic, regulated), desired scope of services (design only vs. design + engineering), number of design variants, and whether prototypes are needed.

A rough overview is enough: What should the product do? Is there a predecessor product? What technical constraints exist? When should it go to market? The more we know, the more precise the quote — but a sketch on a napkin is a start too.

For fixed-price projects, one revision round per project phase is included. Additional adjustments are billed by effort.

Upon full payment, the usage rights to your chosen design result transfer to you. This is standard for us — no hidden licensing models.

Absolutely. We sign NDAs before the first substantive conversation. Protecting your ideas and business secrets is our highest priority.

You receive the usage rights to your chosen design result — unlimited in time and territory. This includes 3D data, renderings, engineering drawings and all other project documents.

Through NDA, secure data infrastructure and clear internal processes. Your project data is not shared with third parties and not used for our marketing — unless you give explicit consent.

Yes, for over 10 years. We have developed medical devices from concept to market readiness — including dental microscopes, ventilators, surgical lights and health care wearables. Our process is based on IEC 62366.

Medical devices are subject to the EU Medical Device Regulation (MDR 2017/745). This means: usability engineering per IEC 62366, risk management, documented design validation and usability testing. We integrate these requirements into the design process from the start.

Like a classic design project — but with additional milestones: use context analysis, formative and summative usability tests, risk assessment and documentation for approval. We deliver results that can flow directly into the risk management file.

Yes. We develop with manufacturing in mind — from the start. This means: realistic wall thicknesses, defined draft angles, specified materials and coordinated tolerances. Our CAD data can go directly to tooling.

Yes. We deliver SolidWorks files and STEP formats as standard. Technical drawings are created as needed — including tolerancing, surface specifications and material specifications.