How we invent
Our process explained in 4 min
Our process explained phase by phase
Introduction video
Phase 1
In this phase, a wide range of solution
ideas are combined and turned into approx. three to six alternative concepts.
These are all described in text, illustration and made physical through quick and
rough models (mock-ups). The many alternatives are evaluated in collaboration
with project stakeholders and potential
users, narrowing the selection down to
two to three concepts.
1-3 months.
Typical deliveries:
Documentation.
Requirements list.
Idea catalogue.
In this phase, a wide range of solution
ideas are combined and turned into approx. three to six alternative concepts.
These are all described in text, illustration and made physical through quick and
rough models (mock-ups). The many alternatives are evaluated in collaboration
with project stakeholders and potential
users, narrowing the selection down to
two to three concepts.
1-3 months.
Typical deliveries:
Documentation.
Requirements list.
Idea catalogue.
Phase 2
In this phase, a wide range of solution
ideas are combined and turned into approx. three to six alternative concepts.
These are all described in text, illustration and made physical through quick and
rough models (mock-ups). The many alternatives are evaluated in collaboration
with project stakeholders and potential
users, narrowing the selection down to
two to three concepts.
1-3 months.
Typical deliveries:
In this phase, a wide range of solution
ideas are combined and turned into approx. three to six alternative concepts.
These are all described in text, illustration and made physical through quick and
rough models (mock-ups). The many alternatives are evaluated in collaboration
with project stakeholders and potential
users, narrowing the selection down to
two to three concepts.
1-3 months.
Typical deliveries:
Phase 3
In this phase, a wide range of solution
ideas are combined and turned into approx. three to six alternative concepts.
These are all described in text, illustration and made physical through quick and
rough models (mock-ups). The many alternatives are evaluated in collaboration
with project stakeholders and potential
users, narrowing the selection down to
two to three concepts.
1-3 months.
Typical deliveries:
In this phase, we spend a lot of time in
the workshop, experimenting with how
the main function and sub-functions can
be carried out in practice. In parallel with
physical modelling, we consider how
manufacturing, construction, economy,
sustainability, and aesthetics can play together. The phase ends with involvement
of project stakeholders to discuss and
select a final concept.
1-3 months.
Typical deliveries:
Phase 4
We develop the selected concept further
by detailing each component and exactly how the product will play together with
the context it is used in. We bring as much
as possible together into a functional prototype that can be tested with users in the
proper context, from which design modifications can be made.
1-3 months.
Typical deliveries:
CAD 3D models.
Alpha prototype.
We develop the selected concept further
by detailing each component and exactly how the product will play together with
the context it is used in. We bring as much
as possible together into a functional prototype that can be tested with users in the
proper context, from which design modifications can be made.
1-3 months.
Typical deliveries:
CAD 3D models.
Alpha prototype.
Phase 5
In the final phase, we get the product ready for launch. Basically, we make sure that
what we design can be manufactured
professionally and used safely. This involves making final CAD-models, technical
drawings and data sheets, getting certifications and going into dialogue with suppliers and production partners.
1-3 months.
Typical deliveries:
CAD construction.
Beta prototype.
Technical drawings.
Data sheet
In the final phase, we get the product ready for launch. Basically, we make sure that
what we design can be manufactured
professionally and used safely. This involves making final CAD-models, technical
drawings and data sheets, getting certifications and going into dialogue with suppliers and production partners.
1-3 months.
Typical deliveries:
CAD construction.
Beta prototype.
Technical drawings.
Data sheet