DESIGN ISN’T AN ADD-ON,
IT’S YOUR ADVANTAGE.
We design with purpose,
to connect, to differentiate,
and to move you forward.
Founded in 1995, Formworks has grown into one of New Zealand’s leading industrial design studios. Known for bold thinking, smart execution, and partnerships that last.
We see great design as a collaboration. We partner closely with our clients, blending deep industrial design expertise with strategic insight to craft products that are smart, striking, and built to perform, in the market and in the real world.
Our experience
In-depth Knowledge & Industry Experience
Over many years, we have accumulated in-depth knowledge of design principles, materials, manufacturing processes, and industry best practices; having worked across a multitude of diverse industries.
Designer-Client Partnership
In a designer-client partnership, trust forms the foundation upon which loyalty grows. We foster a collaborative environment where we invest the time to listen to your ideas, ask the right questions, and align our design solutions with your specific goals.
Creative Flexibility and Agility
We embrace the power of creativity, acknowledging its capacity to mould and propel ideas forward. Embracing creativity necessitates flexibility and agility, enabling us to adapt to your requirements swiftly, incorporating your feedback, and making necessary adjustments to develop the design.
User-Focused Design Philosophy
Our design philosophy revolves around putting the user at the center of the design process. We prioritise understanding user needs, behaviors, connections, and desires, through observational empathy, user research, and usability testing.
Cost-Effective Solutions
Our strategic effciency of operating with
streamlined processes and overheads translates into cost-effective solutions for our clients. We provide competitive pricing while upholding the highest standards of quality and excellence in our designs.
Fostering Talent
As one of New Zealand’s more established industrial design studios; Formworks has
been somewhat of an incubator, fostering the growth and success of talented designers who have not only made significant strides in their careers locally, but have also established a formidable presence in the offshore design
landscape.
Some of the brands
we partner with.
- Many of our clients have been with us for 10+ years, and over 90% have trusted us to work with them on multiple projects.
- Our portfolio of projects with different clients underscores our adaptability and ability to achieve excellence across various industries.
- Through collaborative efforts with a range of clients, our projects have achieved many successes over the years.
