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Ongoing product design services for companies with in-house engineering that need high-quality designs consistently.
Monthly subscription
formstead
Product Strategy
Product Design
Engineering & Prototyping
Manufacturing Support
We design products for leading global brands, and for people building their first one.
© 2026 formstead Studio
Product Strategy
Product Design
Engineering & Prototyping
Manufacturing Support
We design products for leading global brands, and for people building their first one.
© 2026 formstead Studio
Brands we've designed for
Brands we've designed for
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Work.
Work.
Good products come from balancing great design with the realities of engineering, production, and business.
Why work with us
Why work with us
We bring the design expertise your product needs, wherever you are in the process.
Product design, when you need it.
Product design, when you need it.
Product design, when you need it.
One point of contact. You work directly with the designer responsible for your product, while we handle everything needed to develop it for production.
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Products designed
Experience in consumer electronics, audio products, appliances, lighting and more.
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Products designed
Experience in consumer electronics, audio products, appliances, lighting and more.
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Products designed
Experience in consumer electronics, audio products, appliances, lighting and more.
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Clients worldwide
Working with founders, brands, manufacturers, and ODMs across global markets.
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Clients worldwide
Working with founders, brands, manufacturers, and ODMs across global markets.
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Clients worldwide
Working with founders, brands, manufacturers, and ODMs across global markets.
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Years of experience
Industrial design experience spanning concept development, engineering, and production.
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Years of experience
Industrial design experience spanning concept development, engineering, and production.
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Years of experience
Industrial design experience spanning concept development, engineering, and production.
What we do
What we do
Services.
Services.
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Product Strategy
We help define what to build, who it’s for, and where it fits in the market.
Categories
Market Research
User Research
Product Definition
Design Strategy
Product Roadmap
Product Strategy
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Industrial Design
We turn ideas into products that are functional, manufacturable, and visually distinctive.
Categories
Concept Development
Industrial Design
CMF Design
CAD
Visualization
Industrial Design
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Engineering & Prototyping
We develop and test the technical details needed to turn a design into a production-ready product.
Categories
Mechanical Engineering
Design for Manufacturing
Prototyping
Testing & Validation
Technical Documentation
Engineering & Prototyping
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Manufacturing Support
Supporting the transition from finished design to production, working through manufacturing details, supplier coordination, and final refinements.
Categories
Supplier Sourcing
Manufacturer Liaison
Production Review
Tooling Support
Quality Control
Production Optimization
Manufacturing Support
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Product Strategy
We help define what to build, who it’s for, and where it fits in the market.
Categories
Market Research
User Research
Product Definition
Design Strategy
Product Roadmap
Product Strategy
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Industrial Design
We turn ideas into products that are functional, manufacturable, and visually distinctive.
Categories
Concept Development
Industrial Design
CMF Design
CAD
Visualization
Industrial Design
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Engineering & Prototyping
We develop and test the technical details needed to turn a design into a production-ready product.
Categories
Mechanical Engineering
Design for Manufacturing
Prototyping
Testing & Validation
Technical Documentation
Engineering & Prototyping
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Manufacturing Support
Supporting the transition from finished design to production, working through manufacturing details, supplier coordination, and final refinements.
Categories
Supplier Sourcing
Manufacturer Liaison
Production Review
Tooling Support
Quality Control
Production Optimization
Manufacturing Support
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Product Strategy
We help define what to build, who it’s for, and where it fits in the market.
Categories
Market Research
User Research
Product Definition
Design Strategy
Product Roadmap
Product Strategy
(002)
Industrial Design
We turn ideas into products that are functional, manufacturable, and visually distinctive.
Categories
Concept Development
Industrial Design
CMF Design
CAD
Visualization
Industrial Design
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Engineering & Prototyping
We develop and test the technical details needed to turn a design into a production-ready product.
Categories
Mechanical Engineering
Design for Manufacturing
Prototyping
Testing & Validation
Technical Documentation
Engineering & Prototyping
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Manufacturing Support
Supporting the transition from finished design to production, working through manufacturing details, supplier coordination, and final refinements.
Categories
Supplier Sourcing
Manufacturer Liaison
Production Review
Tooling Support
Quality Control
Production Optimization
Manufacturing Support
How we work
How we work
formstead
A process built around your product.
A hands-on approach connecting product strategy, design, engineering, prototyping, and manufacturing.
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Clear communication at every step
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Clear communication at every step
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Design tailored to your product
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Design tailored to your product
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Clear pricing with no surprises
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Clear pricing with no surprises
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Design with production in mind
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Design with production in mind
What they say
What they say
Testimonials.
©2026
©2026
©2026
Will Day
Lead Industrial Designer · Altec Lansing
Strong creativity combined with excellent CAD skills, producing thoughtful, accurate, and professionally executed work.
Will Day
Lead Industrial Designer · Altec Lansing
Strong creativity combined with excellent CAD skills, producing thoughtful, accurate, and professionally executed work.
Joseph Tsoi
Director · King Light Illumination
The design work on this project was exceptional, creative, thoughtful, and visually striking.
Joseph Tsoi
Director · King Light Illumination
The design work on this project was exceptional, creative, thoughtful, and visually striking.
Ben Parsa
CEO · Inside Weather
Delivered great results, and it was a pleasure working together. We plan to work together again in the near future for another project.
Ben Parsa
CEO · Inside Weather
Delivered great results, and it was a pleasure working together. We plan to work together again in the near future for another project.
Sebastian Stute
CEO · SmartMakers
A great product designer who knows how today’s and tomorrow’s products should look.
Sebastian Stute
CEO · SmartMakers
A great product designer who knows how today’s and tomorrow’s products should look.
Patrick Joubert
CEO · RippleTide
A winning combination of artistic abilities and technical knowledge which helped turn ideas into a product that looks stunning and is a pleasure to use.
Patrick Joubert
CEO · RippleTide
A winning combination of artistic abilities and technical knowledge which helped turn ideas into a product that looks stunning and is a pleasure to use.
Sarah Sternberg
Founder · Songa Designs International
Very experienced and knows about good design. Can take your ideas and specifications and create incredible products.
Sarah Sternberg
Founder · Songa Designs International
Very experienced and knows about good design. Can take your ideas and specifications and create incredible products.
Don Nesbit
Innovation Director · Enovation Controls
Absolutely one of the most talented and humble designers I have ever met and had the pleasure of working with.
Don Nesbit
Innovation Director · Enovation Controls
Absolutely one of the most talented and humble designers I have ever met and had the pleasure of working with.
Josh Meyer
Founder · Awesome Adventure Devices
The work exceeded my expectations, was done quickly, with a high level of quality, and great communication.
Josh Meyer
Founder · Awesome Adventure Devices
The work exceeded my expectations, was done quickly, with a high level of quality, and great communication.
Engagement paths
Engagement paths
Pricing.
Choose how you want to work with us.
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Project-based
Project-based
One product, taken from where it is now to production-ready, with a defined scope, timeline and price.
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Project-based
One product, taken from where it is now to production-ready, with a defined scope, timeline and price.
© 2026 formstead Studio
Let’s talk.
Tell us about your product, what stage it’s at, and what you need help with.
Quick response.
We’ll get back to you promptly to discuss your project and what you need.
Clear next steps.
You’ll know the scope, process, timeline, and what it takes to move forward.
Let’s talk.
Tell us about your product, what stage it’s at, and what you need help with.
Quick response.
We’ll get back to you promptly to discuss your project and what you need.
Clear next steps.
You’ll know the scope, process, timeline, and what it takes to move forward.
© 2026 formstead Studio
Let’s talk.
Tell us about your product, what stage it’s at, and what you need help with.
Quick response.
We’ll get back to you promptly to discuss your project and what you need.
Clear next steps.
You’ll know the scope, process, timeline, and what it takes to move forward.