Mako Design + Invent
visit site- $10,000+
- 10 - 49 employees
- Austin, TX
Mako Design + Invent is a product design and business consulting firm based in Austin. Founded in 1999, their team of 30 serves clients in the consumer products and healthcare sectors. Services include strategy, procurement, and 3D modeling.
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Client Size Distribution
Small Business (<$10M) 80%
Midmarket ($10M - $1B) 20%
Common Project Size
<$10K 1 project
$50K-$199K 1 project
Clients
- Bose
Highlights from Recent Projects
Mako Design + Invent was hired by Clasp Magic to design and prototype a bracelet clasping solution. The CEO of Clasp Magic, who had the original idea for the product, sought out Mako Design + Invent to help bring her idea to life. The project began with a design phase, which took approximately three months and involved regular meetings and approval of all drawings. This was followed by a prototyping phase that lasted 12 months. Throughout this process, Mako Design + Invent provided the client with connections to patent lawyers and a trusted manufacturer in China. The end result was a product that is not only practical but also boosts the confidence of its users.
The company CNCT Coolers, Inc. hired Mako Design + Invent for design, engineering, and manufacturing consulting services. The goal was to create a premium performing hard cooler custom designed for unique Tesla storage spaces. Mako Design + Invent was chosen for their proximity, and the alignment of their company values with those of CNCT Coolers. The project team consisted of 6-10 employees who communicated with the client through in-person meetings, emails, and messaging apps. The scope of work involved designing a cooler with Tesla aesthetics that was easy to manufacture in the USA at a cost that would allow for a reasonable price point in the premium market.