Design Broker

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Strategy manager of an AI-powered construction company.

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

AI-powered architecture, robot-powered construction.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Design Broker to accomplish?

• Create a UI/UX prototype for a complex, data-heavy interface for engineers, conduct research on new concepts, and iteratively improve the interface.

SOLUTION

How did you find Design Broker?

Referral

Why did you select Design Broker over others?

• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost

How many teammates from Design Broker were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Creating UI/UX concepts for new user scenarios 
Interactive prototypes for usability testing 
UX research reports 
Final versions of complex interfaces

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

UI/UX concepts for new user scenarios validated with stakeholders and aligned with product requirements 

Interactive prototypes tested with users, achieving defined usability benchmarks (e.g., task success rate, reduced friction points) 

UX research reports delivering clear insights and actionable recommendations that directly inform design decisions 

Final complex interfaces delivered with improved usability metrics and successfully implemented in production without critical UX issues

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Project management was strong. All items were delivered on time, with priorities kept clear even in fast-changing situations. Maria is a true owner with a strong problem-solving mindset — she reacts very quickly and consistently finds effective solutions, even in complex and high-pressure situations.

What was your primary form of communication with Design Broker?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

What stood out most is the strong balance between efficiency, cost, and flexibility. You get a high-quality output for a very reasonable investment, largely enabled by the company’s operating model and the founding mindset behind the Design Brokerage approach. 

Another impressive aspect is how quickly the team adapts to changing needs without losing quality or direction — there’s a clear sense of ownership and focus on outcomes rather than process for its own sake.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Design Broker could have done differently?

Not really. We were constantly in sync and in close communication throughout the collaboration. Overall, it was a very smooth and aligned working process. We can only wish the team continued success and would be happy to work together on future projects.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Business Unit Lead of Emerging Travel Group

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

OTA for accomodation

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Design Broker to accomplish?

• The goal was to create 5 different landing page variations tailored to different audience segments in order to test and optimize conversion rates.

SOLUTION

How did you find Design Broker?

Referral

Why did you select Design Broker over others?

• High ratings
• Great culture fit
• Referred to me

How many teammates from Design Broker were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

We’re a large TravelTech company, and we needed to test conversion rates across different audience segments. The goal was to create a flexible no-code landing page builder.

Scope covered:

- Concept and audience-tailored approach

- Information architecture

- Copywriting

- Visual and UX design

- No-code development and assembly

- Full stakeholder alignment and approval process

The final deliverable was a fully functional no-code landing page builder, ready for internal use and testing across markets.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

The project resulted in a fully operational no-code landing page builder, enabling us to quickly launch and test multiple audience-specific landing pages.

Key metrics we tracked included:

- Conversion rate to the next funnel step

- Conversion rate for registration form completions

Conversion rate (CR) of submitted applications

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

The project ran really smoothly. Everything was delivered on time, and the team adapted quickly whenever we had feedback or new inputs. We worked directly with Maria, Design Broker, who took full ownership of the process and kept us organized and moving forward.

What was your primary form of communication with Design Broker?

Virtual Meeting

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

What impressed us most was the combination of top-tier design talent and Maria’s founder-driven, strategic approach. The designers she brought in weren’t just skilled — they had real, proven experience and knew how to deliver in fast-paced, high-stakes environments. Maria wasn’t just filling roles. Design Broker was actively thinking with us about the best way to solve our design challenges and drive the project forward.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Design Broker could have done differently?

Nothing major comes to mind.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Co-Founder of Truffle Pigs

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

B2B Cold Outreach Agency

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Design Broker to accomplish?

• Brand Identity & Website

SOLUTION

How did you find Design Broker?

Referral

Why did you select Design Broker over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me
• Company values aligned

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

The project involved creating a standout visual identity and a high-converting sales landing page for a US-facing cold outreach agency operating in a highly competitive, low-margin environment.

Key deliverables:

• Full brand identity system (logo, color palette, typography, visual style)
• Design of a responsive, high-converting landing page
• Website built using a no-code platform (Webflow)
• Custom visual assets optimized for performance and clarity

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Launched in 4 weeks from kick-off to live — without delays or scope creep. Positive feedback from early leads — several prospects explicitly mentioned the brand’s clarity and visual appeal during intro calls.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Project management was smooth, clear, and well-paced.

From the start, there was a clear timeline and fixed scope — no surprises, no chaos.

All deliverables were handed off on time, with enough space for feedback rounds without rushing.

What we appreciated most was how responsive and proactive the team was.

What was your primary form of communication with Design Broker?

• In-Person Meeting
• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

What impressed us most was how precisely the team captured the essence of our brand — and helped us present it in a way that truly stands out.

We weren’t looking for just another clean landing page. We needed something that would reflect our thinking. From the brand identity to the landing page, every element felt intentional and aligned with our vision. The final result doesn’t just look good—it communicates.

It tells our story, sets us apart, and gives us a clear edge in a crowded market.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Design Broker could have done differently?

Honestly, the process was smooth and well-managed overall. If anything, one area for improvement could be around even tighter alignment at the very beginning — making sure internal stakeholders are fully synced before the creative phase kicks off. That would’ve saved us a couple of small back-and-forths later.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

ETOSO provides tools and guidance to help small businesses easily plan, produce, and publish their first sustainability reports. Our goal is to make sustainability reporting accessible, affordable, and manageable for those with no prior experience.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Design Broker?

Our main goal was to turn a complex SaaS tool into a product that people actually wanted to use — clean, clear, and conversion-friendly. We also needed a brand identity that would feel bold, modern, and trustworthy. It needed to reflect our ambition in the sustainability space and help us stand out when pitching to customers and investors.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Design Broker supported us across multiple areas, starting with branding, then product design, and later the website. They created a standout brand identity based on a unique metaphor: grains of sand. This concept reflects the heart of our product, helping users sift through massive streams of data to find what truly matters. 

The branding scope included the brand metaphor and visual concept, logo design, typography and color system, grid and layout guidelines, visual patterns, and marketing assets and templates. 

Design Broker also delivered a low-code website to quickly test market interest, along with a sharp product video that clearly communicated our value to both users and investors. Everything was delivered fast, with care and consistency — fully aligned with our product vision from day one. 

For ongoing product and marketing design, we’ve been working with Design Broker for over a year now, and we plan to keep going. It’s been a reliable, long-term partnership that scales with our needs.

What is the team composition?

We worked with four specialists through Design Broker: a brand designer, a product designer, a website designer, and a video designer. Each of them was brought in at the right moment and matched to the task — it felt like working with a custom-built team.

How did you come to work with Design Broker?

We picked Design Broker because their model made sense. Instead of tossing us a random freelancer or suggesting an agency, they built a team around what we needed. They understood the business goals, the product complexity, and the urgency. We were building a high-stakes B2B SaaS product in the sustainability space — and we couldn’t afford design that was just “fine.” We needed product and brand design that would immediately communicate our vision, convert users, and stand out in a crowded European market. 

What is the status of this engagement?

The core design work — branding, product design, website, and video — took about four months. These were big, strategic tasks, and everything was delivered on time and at a high level.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement? 

Within just a few months, we launched a completely new product experience, a bold brand identity, a low-code website, and a sharp product video — all aligned with our positioning and goals. The brand helped us stand out in investor conversations and pitch situations. The redesigned product experience improved clarity and engagement with early users. 

While we’re still in the early-stage rollout and testing, the feedback has been very positive — especially from investors and partners. The new brand identity made a strong impression in fundraising conversations, and several investors specifically mentioned how polished and clear the product looked. 

Several investors said the brand felt “premium” and “distinctive.” It helped us stand out in a space where a lot of SaaS products look the same. One investor told us, “This doesn’t look like an early-stage product — it looks ready to scale.” 

How did Design Broker perform from a project management standpoint?

Maria, the founder of Design Broker, stayed close to the process the whole time. She didn’t just introduce a designer and disappear. When something wasn’t working, she stepped in fast, gave honest feedback, and either helped course-correct or brought in someone better suited. It saved us time, avoided awkward conversations, and kept the project moving without losing quality. 

Everything was delivered on time, even with shifting priorities on our side. The team was responsive, flexible, and easy to work with. We primarily communicated via Telegram and regular video calls via Zoom, which worked great for quick updates and staying in sync. 

What did you find most impressive about them?

The flexibility and speed were huge for us — but what really stood out was the way Maria stayed involved throughout. She didn’t just match us with designers and disappear. She kept an eye on quality, helped resolve blockers, and made sure the work stayed aligned with our goals. 

Also, the level of talent she brought in was genuinely impressive. Every designer we worked with was not just skilled but really got what we were building. That made a big difference. The mix of speed, flexibility, and top-tier talent is hard to find in one place. 

Are there any areas they could improve?

If anything, it would be making sure that expectations across all stakeholders — on our side included — stay fully aligned as the project evolves. We learned that with multiple workstreams and fast timelines, keeping full transparency and alignment becomes extra important. 

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Maria was always open, responsive, and quick to adapt. Whenever we needed to realign or clarify priorities, she made it easy. It felt more like working with a partner than with a typical vendor.