Smaller phases = simpler management
Phases
A design consultant should be an extension of your internal efforts and we want to make this as smooth a collaboration as possible. Clear communication of roles and deliverables is key.
We quote projects in small, quick phases that minimize chance for misdirection. You're never committed to more than the current phase of work, so changes of direction aren't costly.
We clearly outline exactly what will be delivered for each phase, and for how much. Clients with whom we have long-term relationships appreciate that, and trust that we'll continue to deliver. We pride ourselves on being easy to work with.
Phase 0: Research
Services
Strategy
Product design research
Competitive baselining
Ergonomic & human factors study
Brand & product mapping
Design
Creative brainstorming
Sketching and ideation
2D and 3D form generation
Product, component, and system renderings / exploded views
Critical problem solving - functional, mechanical, technical
Aesthetic exploration / product color, graphic, and finish studies
Technical CAD surfacing within material + mfg parameters
2D and 3D specs for in-house engineering and prototyping
Structural and aesthetic packaging design
Graphic design - product graphics, packaging, icons
Photorealistic visualization
Product animation
Technical illustration
Engineering
Mechanical design engineering
Materials and manufacturing process recommendation
DFM (Design for Manufacture)
Prototype development - CAD transfers & process management
Bills of Material and other product documentation
FEA (Finite Element Analysis), mechanical & structural analysis
Prototype-ready and tooling-ready CAD files
Phase 1: Concept Generation
Phase 2: 3D Form Development
Phase 3: Refinement
Process |
We've developed and exercise a three-part research methodology designed to identify specific opportunities for breakthrough innovation. The goal is to formulate innovative solutions that elevate the brand and are commercially successful, demonstrating a return on the design investment.
Phase 0 | Research
Product, Market, & User Research
Team Selection and Roles
Ergonomic Study / Baseline Matrix
Competitive Product Matrix
Engineering Performance Specification
Stakeholder Expectations
Phase 1 | Concept Generation
Brainstorm + Ideation
2D Concept Generation
Ergonomic Baseline
Feature Identification
Form Development
Initial Team Assessment
Phase 2 | 3D Form Development
3D CAD Form Development
Material + Process Selection
Engineering Collaboration
Mechanical Development
Finish / Aesthetic Studies
Stakeholder Assessment
Phase 3 | Refinement
Form & Aesthetic Finalization
Engineering Partnership
Design for Manufacture
Prototype Development / Review
Photorealistic Marketing Imagery
3D CAD Finalization and Export