App design and development
We help companies shape, design and build apps and digital products. We start with the people using the product and the job it needs to do, then work through product direction, UX/UI, prototyping, development and launch.
What can the engagement include?
- Product direction and first-release scope
- UX/UI and interaction design
- Interactive prototypes and user testing
- Design systems
- App development and integrations
- Launch preparation and iteration
From an idea to a first release
A new product needs a clear point of view before it needs more features. We define the audience, the problem and the essential journeys, then decide what belongs in the first release. A working prototype makes those decisions tangible and lets a team test the experience before committing to the full build.
Make an existing app work better
An app can be functional and still be difficult to use. We review the journeys that matter, such as onboarding, booking, purchasing or everyday use, and identify where the experience breaks down. The work can range from improving a specific flow to redesigning the product and establishing a coherent design system.
Connect product, brand and engineering
We bring the visual identity, interaction design and implementation into the same conversation. A product should feel distinctive while making the next action clear. We work on mobile apps, web apps, customer portals and digital services, either alongside an existing engineering team or as part of a design and development engagement.
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Frequently asked questions
Do we need a finished product brief?
No. You can start with an idea, an existing product or a business problem. We can help define the audience, product direction and scope before design or development begins.
Can you work with our engineering team?
Yes. We can lead product design, UX/UI and prototyping while working with your engineers on implementation. We can also scope design and development together.
How much does app design and development cost?
Cost depends on the product's scope, core journeys, integrations and whether the work is a new build or an improvement to an existing product. We discuss these requirements before proposing scope, timing and fees.
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A Reykjavík studio for international teams
Studioek is based in Reykjavík and available to companies in Iceland and internationally. For teams in San Francisco and New York, we offer remote product design and development with a defined scope, planned collaboration and shared design reviews.
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