Employing in-house industrial designers can be expensive, as it requires you to seek and train new staff members. Alternatively, the top industrial design companies specialize in on-demand outsourced services of excellent quality. To help you find your ideal business partner, DesignRush has assessed service providers from around the world based on customer feedback, offerings, work samples, rates, and market reputation.

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  • Bold Ideas. Unconventional Impact.

    At Celtic, we challenge the ordinary, disrupt expectations, and craft unforgettable marketing strategies. With over 30 years of expertise in B2B industries like agriculture, chemistry, food, manufacturing, and pet, we turn bold ideas into tangible success...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • Creative Services
    • Content Marketing
    • Digital Services
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    Location
    Park Ridge, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • We are not just another creative agency, we are a powerhouse of imagination, fueled by passion.

    With a rich tapestry of experience spanning over a decade, we've mastered the art of turning ideas into realities and visions into victories. From breathtaking branding campaigns to immersive digital experiences, we craft stories that resonate, designs that inspire, and strategies that succeed...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Video Production
    • Digital Strategy
    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
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    Location
    Karachi, Pakistan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $35/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Top Hat

    VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.

    Fully integrated branding, web, and ad agency.

    Headquartered in Pittsburgh and owner-led since 2013, were a creative back-boned agency that delivers world-class design and unparalleled technical excellence...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
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    Location
    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Creating value by Design

    Hillemann Design is a studio for product and user experience design near Munich, Germany...

    Top Services:

    • Product Design
    • UI/UX Design
    Location
    Kranzberg, Germany
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
  • Your Partner for Custom Software Development and AI Solutions.

    Get custom software development from primathon. We help our customers to transform their products and improve processes to design and develop profitable software faster...

    Top Services:

    • Product Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • Software Testing
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    Location
    Gurgaon, India
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Meaningful Experiences for Better Business.

    We are a strategic people, product & brand development organization who help companies & entrepreneurs grow by connecting to their target audience effectively and efficiently. We have helped some of the most recognizable brands including Whirlpool, Ikea, Panasonic, Walmart, P&G, KitchenAid and more...

    Top Services:

    • Product Design
    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Logo Design
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    South Haven, Michigan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Retail Interior, Commercial Interior, and Branding Design

    We specialize in retail interior design, commercial interior design, and branding solutions that transform spaces and drive business success. Based in Johannesburg, South Africa, we bring over a decade of expertise in creating bespoke designs for retail stores, restaurants, fuel stations, iconic building...

    Top Services:

    • Design Services
    Location
    Johannesburg, South Africa
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • A strategic creative marketing agency

    From concept through production, we have all of your marketing and creative needs covered...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Creative Services
    • Package Design
    • Design Services
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • We empower companies, discover your soul through a LoveMark sensorial experience.

    JHT Design Agency has more than 14 years of experience in the market. The agency was created to positively impact our surroundings, through innovation and creativity. We are sure that ideas change the world and that is why our focus has always been based on consultancy and design in Branding 360, because we...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • Business Consulting
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Bogota, Colombia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Wrap It Right, Every Time

    OXO Packaging is a USA- based manufacturers' hub for producing all sorts of Custom Boxes in exquisite style. Your products will no longer have to be wrapped in standard boring boxes. We can create personalized subscription boxes in all sizes and classes according to clients' requirements and product...

    Top Services:

    • Product Design
    • Package Design
    • Branding
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Newark, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Design is poetry, doing it with simplicity is a heroic act.

    Italian design studio with professional experience in industrial production (furniture, light, consumer electronics, etc), artisanal production (limited series, one-off for private clients), graphic design (logo, brand identity, editorial) and packaging design (die-line and graphic)...

    Top Services:

    • Product Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Video Production
    • Package Design
    • Branding
    • Show more
    Location
    Rome, Italy
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    10 Projects Listed
  • We design brand IDs, illustrate, curate projects, paint murals and make crafts. We believe in healthy and solidarity cooperation and in this way, we give HUT its strength and quality!...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Print Design
    • Video Production
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Chania, Greece
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $60/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Your Physical Product Idea Designed To Consumer

    We believe perspective is the ultimate edge. It opens our minds, it reveals what others dont see. Turn perspective into opportunity. As new technologies drive the world towards a cleaner future. We seek disruptive trends. We harness the power of data and reason to turn innovative ideas into economic impact...

    Top Services:

    • Design Services
    • Product Design
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Unlock Your Potential.

    YF Agency combines strategic branding and creative production to craft impactful solutions that elevate brands. From defining identities and producing engaging visuals to driving results with digital campaigns, we bring bold ideas to life. Whether you need a brand refresh, compelling content, or optimized...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Digital Strategy
    • Creative Services
    • Design Services
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Tokyo, Japan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Product-Led Innovation & Design Agency

    Sprout Studios is a full service design studio deeply rooted in technology and innovation...

    Top Services:

    • Product Design
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Boston, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • From Analog to Digital & back

    ORAMAD specializes in crafting aesthetically pleasing and efficient digital assets that enhance the effectiveness of our meticulously optimized advertising campaigns, resulting in a significant return on investment for our clients. Additionally, our passion extends to the realm of packaging design, branding...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Mobile App Development
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    Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $60/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    9 Projects Listed
  • Bold Colors, Bright Ideas, Glowing Brands.

    Hello! I specialize in innovative product designs, including packaging, displays, and in-store experiences. Additionally, I excel in creating appealing visuals, such as logos, print graphics, and web design, that establish strong connections with consumers while staying true to the brand identity...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Design Services
    Location
    Burlington, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Spectrum 8 Studios

    Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.

    We Help You Achieve Your More.

    We are a multi-disciplinary design studio that can plug in at any stage of your brand's journey. From identity and UI design; to industrial design, research, and strategy, we create solutions that elevate your ideas by breaking through boundaries of innovative thinking...

    Top Services:

    • Design Services
    • Package Design
    • Print Design
    • Product Design
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    Location
    Waco, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $80/hr
  • Your Trusted Partner in Digital Transformation

    Digital Softagency is a global digital powerhouse crafting high-performance websites, mobile apps, and marketing solutions for ambitious brands across the USA and beyond...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Product Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Sheridan, Wyoming
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Innovating with Empathy. Designing for Impact.

    Ziba is a global innovation and design consultancy based in Portland, Oregon, pioneering human-centered innovation since 1984. From creating the USB flash drive to redefining industries, we blend consumer insights, strategy, and design to develop transformative products, services, and experiences across...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
    • Product Design
    • UI/UX Design
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    Location
    Portland, Oregon
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • We Don't Have An Ad Because We're Making Yours First

    We are Serbian marketing and graphic design agency crafting full-scale branding solutions for leading brands. We blend strategy, creativity, and precision to deliver impactful marketing campaigns and distinctive visual identities...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Market Research
    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Zrenjanin, Serbia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $70/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • We tell stories through design.

    We are a cross-disciplinary design studio based in London. We partner with visionary leaders to create brands, products, services and experiences that engage people and deliver results. We also work with founders and investors in innovative startups to help them realise their potential and turn their...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Development
    • Package Design
    • Show more
    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Powered By Values.

    Devomech Solutions GmbH is a pioneering IT entity driven by the ethos of "innovating beyond conventional boundaries. We are leader in engineering innovation, specializing in advanced technology solutions for the medical, automotive, and retail industries...

    Top Services:

    • Design Services
    • Product Design
    • Web Development
    • IoT
    • Staff Augmentation
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    Location
    Kornwestheim, Germany
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $28/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • Full-Service Advertising and Marketing Agency

    Twotango Collaborative® is a full-service advertising and marketing agency that makes brands more human...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Advertising
    • Creative Services
    • Branding
    • Digital Services
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    Location
    Richmond, Virginia
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Our modern solutions will help your business grow.

    Ratnam Solutions stands as the premier digital marketing company in Hyderabad, focusing on web and mobile application development to enhance and optimize your business's digital presence. With our specialized expertise and dedication to excellence, we ensure that your brand achieves maximum visibility and...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Mobile App Development
    • WordPress Website Design
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    Location
    Hyderabad, India
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Portfolios Count
    7 Projects Listed
  • Spark Media: Your partner in digital excellence.

    Unlock your business potential with Spark Media Online's bespoke digital marketing services. We specialize in creating engaging content and optimizing online performance...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Video Production
    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
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    Location
    Mohali, India
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $15/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Show up like Echo.

    We're a multiple award-winning African creative and Digital Marketing Agency in Ghana, Nigeria , Liberia and Benin with a big heart and bigger ideas. We provide insightful and relevant campaigns and strategies that are creatively excellent, deliver real, measurable value, and support you in achieving your...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Video Production
    • Show more
    Location
    Accra, Ghana
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Making Marketing Simple with Websites & Digital Strategies that Help Your Business Stand Out

    Stand-Up.Marketing helps businesses grow through high-performing websites and bundled digital marketing solutions. We specialize in designing user-friendly, SEO-optimized websites combined with targeted services like PPC, email marketing, and local SEO. Whether youre a startup or established business, we...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Email Marketing
    • eCommerce Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Dallas, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • We like to chat with people to learn From their Word.

    At FromWord, we specialize in narrating captivating tales of companies, delving into their identity and the profound impact of their brand. Our strategic methodology, rooted in design thinking and data-driven design, ensures that each story we craft resonates authentically with audiences while driving...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Creative Services
    • Digital Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Show more
    Location
    Milan, Italy
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • We are hackers, designers, AI artists, and writers who make everything impossible, Almost Impossible

    Almost Impossible is a Dubai-based creative innovation agency uniting strategy, design, digital, and activation. Since 2016, we've helped brands including Warner Bros., Nestlé, TikTok, Samsonite, Holiday Inn, Aramex, Mashreq and Emirates NBD create work impossible to ignore...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Digital Strategy
    • Creative Services
    • Digital Marketing
    • Event Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • New Renaissance Software

    Lumitech is a software and services technology company based in Dubai with an R&D team in Eastern Europe...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Blockchain
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    Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $35/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Empowering Brands to Sprint Ahead

    DDH Branding Consultancy, a Netherlands-based agency, pioneers brand transformation for global impact, elevating brands and driving business growth through innovative strategies and creative design...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
    • Logo Design
    • Product Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $70/hr
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Welcome to Bellman Agency - the home of branding, graphic design and content.

    We are a full-service branding and graphic design agency based in Melbourne, serving Australia. We offer everything from unique brand design, custom brand strategy and highly engaging branded content and beautiful graphic design for all your companys needs...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Hawthorn, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • The best face of your firm starts here!

    UEYE Solutions is a leading B2B design company committed to enhancing the professional appearance of businesses through tailored design solutions. With our expertise, we ensure that every aspect of your company's visual identity reflects professionalism and excellence, setting you apart in the competitive...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Services
    • Video Production
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Oslo, Norway
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $55/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • The design studio that transform your ideas in real products

    Overlay is a design studio based in Rome.Our aim is of creating a connection beetween costumers ideas and market. We are specialized in the development of physical and digital projects by using strategic methods that bring us to create innovative brands, digital experiences and functional products...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Design Services
    • Product Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Rome, Italy
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • New England's Premier Video Production Company

    We are a video production company that focuses on corporate video production, brand video, documentary filmmaking, live event video production, and more...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Video Marketing
    • Creative Services
    • Audio Production
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    Location
    Rochester, New Hampshire
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We help businesses look and think like big brands.

    We're a brand studio that specializes in creating brand identities for growing businesses looking for a refined approach...

    Top Services:

    • Product Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Chandler, Arizona
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • The person is the brand.

    We are a marketing partner focused on advertising for people seeking a social impact. A person is the link between brands and people...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Creative Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Branding
    • Advertising
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    Location
    Mexico City, Mexico
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Your Digital Marketing Experts

    Venture Creations is a West Michigan digital advertising and video production agency founded in 2009. We run Google, Meta, YouTube, LinkedIn, TikTok, and Microsoft ad campaigns and produce the live-action, CGI/3D, and photo content behind them, for local businesses, e-commerce brands, chambers and events, and...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Video Production
    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
    • eCommerce
    • Show more
    Location
    Hudsonville, Michigan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Functional 3D design

    Create functional 3D renders that boot sales of products...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Design Services
    • Logo Design
    Location
    Iwkowa, Poland
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $45/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We transform dialogue into strategy, strategy into creativity, and creativity into a working brand:

    We transform dialogue into strategy, strategy into creativity, and creativity into a working brand: connecting with people, with clarity of business, and initiative in implementation, from identity and packaging to communications...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
    • Logo Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Moscow, Russia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Crafting Extraordinary Product Design Experiences.

    Speck Design is a product design and engineering firm that has taken products from concept to production for 27 years. From San Jose, San Francisco, and New York, our strategists, industrial designers, and engineers develop medical devices, robotics, and consumer hardware under one roof...

    Top Services:

    • Product Design
    • Design Services
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Show more
    Location
    San Jose, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Empowering Your Digital Future With Reliable IT Solutions

    Alliance IT Solutions delivers expert IT services and custom technology solutions designed to accelerate business growth. Trusted by clients across the USA, Australia, and New Zealand, we combine innovation with reliability to keep your operations running smoothly...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce Development
    • SEO
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • Logo Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Christchurch, New Zealand
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $40/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • We design emotions.

    Our physical world is enriched by todays virtual realm. In this digital age, the physical gains new dimensions, reveals answers, and sparks awe. We are exhibiciónactiva®. With over 30 years of expertise, were a studio that thrives at the intersection of the digital and physical, turning content into...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
    • Creative Services
    • Product Design
    • Logo Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Buenos Aires, Argentina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $65/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Making life a little more beautiful one pixel at a time, we elevate brands with great ideas.

    Our small but mighty squad is made of the best in the biz interweb intellectuals, visual artists, marketing savants and digital wizards. We celebrate both creative collaboration and individual initiative to accomplish great things. We identify upcoming trends and beat them to the punch, but always with class...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Video Production
    • Public Relations
    • Creative Services
    • Show more
    Location
    Miami Beach, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Engineering creativity. Designing control. Scaling futures.

    Salmore Technology is a full-stack design & development corp. specializing in custom apps, websites, e-commerce platforms, CRMs, and branding. We also deliver advanced solutions in game development, animation, AI, blockchain, Web3, and other next-gen technologies helping startups and enterprises scale with...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Design Services
    • Show more
    Location
    Richmond, Texas
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Matching Talent With Success

    Artisan Talent is a premier creative staffing agency that has been redefining talent solutions since its inception. Committed to excellence, we offer a comprehensive suite of services tailored to the unique needs of the creative, digital, and marketing industries...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Creative Services
    • Web Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Strategy. Design. Prototyping

    Kaleidoscope is a Chicago-based CPG design agency that transforms insight into shelf-ready brand experiences. Integrating strategy, packaging design, and prototyping, we help brands move from concept to reality with solutions built to resonate, perform, and win at the moment of purchase...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Package Design
    • Product Design
    • Creative Services
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • 3D, Motion, Creative Web

    Anubi stands as a premier creative studio situated in Italy, distinguished for its tailored design solutions that push the boundaries of creativity. Our specialization extends to the dynamic realms of Motion Graphics and the creation of immersive 3D Websites. With a commitment to excellence, we bring a unique...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Show more
    Location
    Badia Polesine, Italy
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $60/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • A different creative agency.

    Outlier Creative specializes in 3D product visualization. Our hyper-realistic images, animations, and videos help you grab attention and stand out...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Product Design
    • Graphic Design
    Location
    Barcelona, Spain
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000

Industrial Design Company Hiring Guide

What is an industrial design company?

An industrial design company is a company that specializes in creating and developing concepts and specifications to improve the functionality, value, and appearance of products and systems, benefiting both users and manufacturers. These companies focus on a product's aesthetics, usability, ergonomics, and overall user experience (UX); all of which often combine art, business, and engineering to create innovative and practical designs.

Explicitly addressing the physical form, usability, and manufacturability of tangible products, industrial design companies typically serve clients in manufacturing sectors. These sectors typically include consumer electronics, automotive, medical devices, home appliances, and industrial equipment. Their clients often have specific requirements that go beyond basic product functionality, including:

  • Cost efficiency: Designing products that are reasonably priced to manufacture
  • Sustainability: Creating eco-friendly designs that minimize environmental impact
  • Compliance: Ensuring designs meet industry regulations and standards
  • User experience: Balancing aesthetic appeal with usability and ergonomics

Let’s look at how Whipsaw, an industrial design agency, met these criteria in its work for Aescape, a NY-based advanced massage company.

The client sought Whipsaw's industrial design expertise to create a fully automated, on-demand massage system. It envisioned an AI-powered product that would maintain the sensitivity and control required for a precise, quiet massage.

Whipsaw was tasked with refining the design details using advanced technologies to ensure that Aescape kept its brand while offering valuable and compelling product innovations. Its design included four cameras that scanned the customer's body and created a 3D map of their contact points. The solution also involved digital control interfaces, which provided a real-time view of the device.

Combining technology and design user-centricity, the collaboration resulted in an entirely automated machine for a personalized massage experience.

The need for industrial design companies will continue to increase as the global market of their industry is projected to expand to approximately $73 billion by 2031, demonstrating a strong compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.1% throughout a decade.

What do industrial design companies do?

Industrial design companies develop concepts and specifications that optimize the function, value, and appearance of products and systems for the benefit of both users and manufacturers.

Here are the critical services provided by industrial design agencies:

  • Conceptualization: Brainstorming and creating initial design ideas based on client requirements, market research, and user needs
  • User research: Conducting studies to understand the needs, behaviors, and preferences of the target audience
  • 3D modeling and prototyping: Building digital models and physical prototypes to visualize and test the design
  • Detailing and refinement: Fine-tuning the design details to ensure functionality, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness
  • Materials selection: Choosing appropriate materials that align with the brand's identity, design, function, and cost requirements
  • Mechanical design: Ensuring the product can be realistically manufactured and efficiently assembled
  • Compliance and standards: Adhering to industry standards and regulations
  • Production coordination: Finding, communicating, and working closely with manufacturers
  • Quality control: Ensuring that the end product meets the design specifications and quality standards
  • Usability testing: Evaluating the product with real users to identify and fix usability issues.

Industrial design agency RKS Design collaborated with Hamilton Medical, a leader in respiratory ventilators and medical devices, to create the Hamilton T1, a new category of mobile ventilators optimized for first responders. The goal was to integrate the critical features of full-sized ventilators into a compact, portable unit suitable for use in various demanding environments such as accident scenes and natural disasters.

RKS Design rendered the following services:

  • Research, insights, and interviews
  • Psycho-Aesthetics™ methodology or creating emotional connections between the product and the user
  • Design and usability enhancement
  • Technical and functional integration
  • Product and UI design
  • Collaboration and iterative development

The features of the mobile ventilator, Hamilton T1, included:

  • Portability
  • Multifunctionality as a transport, ICU, and MRI-compatible respirator
  • Durability
  • High-performance capability

The Hamilton T1 Ventilator combines high capabilities with user-centric design and innovative technology, making it suitable for a wide range of medical applications. The careful design considerations, such as soft-touch rubber bumpers and smart connection points, set a new standard in the industry.

The T1's transport and in-hospital capability combination demonstrates RKS Design and Hamilton Medical's successful collaboration, resulting in a device that exceeded expectations and exceptional performance in critical care situations.

What is the difference between product design and industrial design companies?

The difference between product design and industrial design companies lies in their areas of focus, scope of work, disciplines, and deliverables.

Product design companies typically concentrate on designing specific products, considering aesthetics and functionality to meet user needs and market demands. On the other hand, industrial design companies have a broader focus that includes optimizing the entire product lifecycle, manufacturing processes, and system efficiencies, often incorporating engineering and ergonomic considerations.

Product design companies:

  • Emphasize user experience and usability of individual products.
  • Focus on aesthetic appeal and marketability.
  • Develop prototypes and refine product functionality based on user feedback.

Meanwhile, industrial design companies:

  • Optimize products for manufacturing efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
  • Integrate ergonomic principles to enhance user comfort and safety.
  • Address the overall lifecycle of products, including material selection and sustainability.

How much do industrial design agencies charge for their services?

Industrial design agencies charge $40 to $400 per hour for their services.

Besides the hourly pricing, they may also charge fixed fees or fees with equity pricing. The latter is a payment model where an industrial design firm works on a project at a reduced rate in exchange for royalties or equity. This method involves a lower upfront payment, supplemented by a share in the product's future success.

The top 50 industrial design companies on DesignRush charge an average of $101 per hour. Only 1.5% accept projects with a minimum budget of $1,000, while 3.9% require a $50,000 minimum budget.

Why should I hire an industrial design company?

You should hire an industrial design company because it has the expertise, experience, and tools that enable you to fully leverage advanced design technologies and processes for your project.

Here are the benefits that come with working with a specialized firm:

  • Improved user experience: Implementing solutions that mainly serve your needs and your target audience's preferences
  • Reduced development costs: Using established tools and templates that trim on time and other resources
  • Structured workflows and heightened productivity: Having well-defined processes and leveraging the industry's best practices customized to your advantage
  • Enhanced brand authority: Producing high-quality output that satisfies market demands
  • Stronger relationship with customers: Understanding and adequately addressing the customers' needs and pain points
  • Increased market reach: Tapping into new markets and expanding presence in your current niche
  • Manufacturing efficiency: Optimizing operations and product consistency for faster time-to-market

When a client needed a proprietary handheld warehouse scanner, industrial design firm Studio Red built F2022. The product was a durable scanner powered by smartphone integrations. The agency developed a new design language that conveyed the brand attributes, such as intelligence, speed, and rigid appearance. Studio Red also prioritized usability and ergonomics, conducting numerous iterations to perfect the handle and trigger for comfort during extended use.

The Good Design Awards and the International Design Awards (IDA) highlighted the F2022's innovative design, success, functionality, and appeal, a testimony to Studio Red’s impressive work.

How do I choose the best industrial design agency for my business?

Choosing the best industrial design agency for your business involves several steps that will help you make an informed decision:

  1. Define your project scope: Identify your goals and determine your budget allocation.
  2. Research potential agencies: Look online through Google and specialized directories like DesignRush. These platforms offer comprehensive lists and detailed profiles of various agencies, helping you find the right fit for your project needs. Look for a firm with experience specific to your industry.
  3. Check track record and online testimonials: Review their portfolios for high-quality projects like yours. Read client reviews and case studies. Look for creativity and ability to solve complex design problems, backed by awards and other recognitions.
  4. Evaluate their design process: Ensure they emphasize user-centered design involving user research, prototyping, and testing. Check if they employ modern techniques and how they stay updated with design trends.
  5. Assess technical expertise: See if they have capabilities for rapid prototyping, 3D modeling, and comprehensive testing. They should understand manufacturing processes and materials to ensure feasible and cost-effective designs.
  6. Consider their teams: Find companies whose team members possess diverse skills, such as in engineering, UI/UX design, and materials expertise, among others.
  7. Create a shortlist of candidates: Based on your initial assessment, build a shortlist of up to five industrial design firms. Communicate your intent to potentially collaborate with them, send them requests for proposals (RFPs), and schedule interviews.
  8. Conduct interviews: Ask the final candidates essential and challenging questions to get to know them better and understand their processes more elaborately. Observe how they communicate and discuss their custom proposals.
  9. Choose your agency partner: Create a matrix to evaluate each agency based on your criteria, such as expertise, portfolio quality, cost, and communication. Based on your findings, select the firm with the strongest potential for a successful partnership with you.

Let DesignRush assist you in your search for the ideal industrial design company. Head to our Marketplace and send us a brief overview of your project. We’ll connect you with agencies best suited to your needs — for free.

How do I find the best industrial design company on DesignRush that fits my budget?

To find the best industrial design company on DesignRush that fits your budget, use our filter functionality. Sort your options based on minimum budget and affordable hourly rates.

Here are some of the most accessible industrial design agencies on the platform in terms of hourly fees:

What questions should I ask industrial design agencies before hiring one?

Ask these questions when hiring an industrial design agency:

Its Relevant Background

  1. Can you provide examples of previous projects similar to mine?
  2. What industries have you worked in before?
  3. Can you provide references from past clients?
  4. What is the size and structure of your design team?
  5. How do you stay updated with the latest design trends and technologies?
  6. What are your key strengths as an industrial design agency?
  7. What is your experience with designing for international markets?

Its Services and Processes

  1. What is your design process from concept to final product?
  2. Do you offer prototyping and testing services?
  3. How do you handle revisions and feedback during the design process?
  4. What kind of research do you conduct before starting a project?
  5. How do you ensure that your designs are manufacturable and cost-effective?
  6. Do you provide services related to UI/UX design?
  7. What software and tools do you use for designing and prototyping?
  8. Can you assist with protecting the designs' intellectual property (IP)?
  9. What are your typical turnaround times for different project phases?

Related to Your Project

  1. How do you tailor your approach to meet specific project requirements?
  2. What information do you need from us to start the project?
  3. How do you ensure that the design aligns with our brand and vision?
  4. What is your process for creating a project timeline and milestones?
  5. Can you provide a detailed breakdown of your pricing and payment structure?
  6. How do you handle unforeseen changes or challenges during the project?
  7. What is your policy on project confidentiality and data security?
  8. Can you provide ongoing support and updates after the project is completed?

What are the best industrial design companies in the US?

The best industrial design companies in the US are:

  • PKG Brand Design
    • 4.6 stars on DesignRush (5 reviews)
    • Top clients: Yakult, Coleman, Bumble Bee, Columbia Fruit
  • Jackson Hedden
    • 4.9 stars on DesignRush (13 reviews)
    • 4.7 stars on Google (27 reviews)
    • Top clients: Lamborghini, Bentley Motors, Lego, Kodak
  • Concepto Studios
    • 5.0 stars on Google (12 reviews)
    • Top clients: Black and Decker, Remington, Office Depot, Loto Labs
  • Whipsaw
    • 5.0 stars on Google (2 reviews)
    • Top clients: Google, Uber, Nike, Samsung
  • Karten Design
    • 4.7 stars on Google (3 reviews)
    • Top clients: Abbott, Axonics Modulation Technologies, Baxter Healthcare, Boston Scientific

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