As an industrial design agency from Germany, we combine creative expertise in product design, UX/UI design, brand strategy and CMF design to generate growth for you.

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Costs depend on complexity, scope and project phase. For very tightly scoped assignments, we start in the four-figure range. Compact projects — such as a design study or concept draft — are in the low five-figure range. More comprehensive developments with multiple design variants, prototyping and user testing typically fall in the mid five-figure range. Complex projects with regulatory requirements, engineering and production support can reach six figures. We provide a transparent quote after the initial meeting with clearly defined service packages and milestones — so you know exactly what you get and what it costs. Important to know: As authorized go-inno consultants, we can help you finance up to 50% of our consulting fees through go-inno funding — up to EUR 15,400. This makes professional industrial design accessible even for smaller budgets.

Every project starts with a briefing and analysis. We clarify goals, target audience, technical constraints and market environment — before the first line is drawn. In the ideation phase, we develop different design directions that we evaluate and narrow down together with you. The strongest concepts are refined in detail: proportions, materials, colors, controls. We then translate the design into production-ready 3D CAD data — with realistic wall thicknesses, defined draft angles and specified materials. On request, we build functional prototypes for user testing, investor presentations or trade shows. You as the client are involved at every stage: regular check-ins every one to two weeks, feedback on designs and approvals at defined milestones. This is how products are created that not only look good, but also work and are manufacturable.

Yes. We develop with manufacturing in mind — from the start. This means: realistic wall thicknesses, defined draft angles and specified materials. Our CAD data can go directly into final engineering. We deliver in all common CAD formats: SolidWorks, Siemens NX, Autodesk Inventor, CATIA or as STEP files. Already in the concept phase, we consider manufacturing processes such as injection molding, die casting, sheet metal forming or additive manufacturing. This way we avoid designs that look great but fail in production. If needed, we work directly with your engineers or toolmakers to optimize the design for manufacturability. Our international network of manufacturing partners is also available to you. The result: designs that not only meet the design ambition, but are also economically and technically feasible.

That depends on scope. A compact design project — such as a design study or concept draft — can be completed in 8 to 12 weeks. More comprehensive developments with multiple design variants, prototyping and user testing typically take 4 to 6 months. Complex projects with regulatory requirements, for example in medical technology per IEC 62366, can take 6 to 12 months. Key factors for project duration are: the complexity of the product, the number of design variants desired, whether prototypes or functional samples are needed, and how quickly feedback and approvals come from your side. We give you a realistic estimate in the initial meeting with a clear timeline and defined milestones. By the way: Thanks to our structured process with parallel work steps, we are often faster than expected.

Three things: First, we combine industrial design, product design, interaction design, CMF design and design strategy under one roof. No piecing together different agencies — everything from a single source. Second, we accompany projects through to production readiness — not just to a nice rendering. We deliver production-ready CAD data, technical documentation and support tooling coordination and first sample inspection on request. Third, we bring over 14 years of experience with international clients and regulated markets. We know the requirements of MDR for medical devices just as well as the expectations of consumer goods manufacturers for speed and cost efficiency. Fourth: As authorized go-inno consultants, we help our clients finance up to 50% of our consulting fees through go-inno funding — up to EUR 15,400. Very few design agencies in Germany can offer that.

Both disciplines start with the user. Industrial design and product design overlap significantly and are often used synonymously. The difference lies in emphasis: industrial design places particular importance on ensuring a product is not only user-centered but also efficiently and economically manufacturable. Manufacturing processes, material selection and scalability are factored into the design from the start. Product design views the product more from the perspective of the entire user experience — from packaging to interaction to emotional connection. In practice, the boundaries are increasingly blurred. The best results emerge when both perspectives work together. At ENTWURFREICH, we combine user-centered thinking with manufacturing expertise from day one. We start with user research and market analysis, design with a focus on ergonomics and aesthetics, and engineer with knowledge of injection molding, sheet metal forming or additive manufacturing.

There are several public funding programs that can financially support your design project. Go-Inno offers a 50% subsidy of up to EUR 15,400 on our consulting services — we are authorized go-inno consultants and handle the application for you. The BAFA business consulting program subsidizes up to 80% of consulting costs — especially relevant for young companies and SMEs. The Forschungszulage (R&D tax credit) grants up to 35% tax relief on research and development expenditure — regardless of whether the project is related to our services. We support you with the application here as well. The same applies to the ZIM program (Central Innovation Program for SMEs), which funds innovative development projects with grants. Which program suits you depends on your company size, project scope and degree of innovation. In an initial meeting, we clarify funding options together and handle the entire application process on request.

Not always, but we recommend it in most cases. A prototype is the fastest way to validate design decisions — before expensive tooling is built. Depending on project phase and objective, we use different types of prototypes: Early concept models from the 3D printer make proportions and ergonomics tangible. Functional samples with real electronics or mechanics show whether the concept works technically. And high-quality design models are suitable for trade shows, investor presentations or internal approvals. The advantage: errors caught in a prototype cost a fraction of what they would cost in series production. User tests with prototypes deliver insights that no rendering can replace — such as haptics, usability or weight. We offer rapid prototyping and model making and draw on our network of specialized manufacturing partners when needed.

CMF stands for Color, Material, Finish. It is the discipline that defines how a product looks, feels and is perceived. Good CMF design differentiates your product from the competition, creates brand recognition and ensures manufacturability at the same time. Specifically, our CMF work includes: selecting and specifying colors that match the brand identity and remain consistent across product generations. Choosing materials that meet requirements for haptics, durability, cost and sustainability — from engineering plastics and metals to glass and wood. And defining surface finishes such as soft-touch, matte, glossy, anodized or printed. We create CMF specifications that your manufacturing partner can implement directly — including RAL or Pantone references, material data sheets and sample parts. CMF can be the difference between a product that works and a product that is desirable.