What we do
Design services
UX Design
We design clear, intuitive user experiences grounded in real user needs and business goals. Our UX process focuses on structure, flows, and decision-making to make successful and easy-to-use products.
UI Design
We create polished, modern interfaces that are both functional and expressive. Our UI work balances visual craft with usability.
Product Prototype
We build interactive prototypes to test ideas early and align teams quickly. Prototypes help validate flows, surface issues, and accelerate decision-making before development begins.
Product Audit
We evaluate existing products to identify usability issues, accessibility gaps, and opportunities for improvement. Audits result in clear, prioritized recommendations your team can act on.
ADA/Accessibility Compliance
We design and review products with accessibility in mind, helping teams meet ADA and WCAG standards. Our approach focuses on inclusive design that improves usability for all users, not just compliance checklists.
Branding
We help define and refine visual identities that feel cohesive, distinctive, and durable. Branding work includes logos, color systems, typography, and guidelines that support real-world use.
Design Systems
We create flexible design systems that keep teams aligned and products consistent as they scale. Systems include components, patterns, and documentation that bridge design and development.
Mobile Design
We design mobile experiences that feel fast, focused, and natural to use. Our mobile work prioritizes touch, hierarchy, and performance across iOS and Android devices.
Built a marketing site for WGU Labs
Helped Saleforce build an interactive product landing page
Developed a Facebook app for Red Bull
Designed a product for listing properties on multiple platforms with Zillow
Launched a platform for managing SkyMiles for Delta
Built a tool for customizing General Electric AC systems
Helped build a video editing tool for Facebook
Developed a platform for volume PPG appliance sales
Built a product to help Disney manage their social media influencers
Built a video overlay tool for a March Madness stream
Work samples are available upon request
Our work
Nomi Health
HotMic
Messenger Memorial Maker
BodyAudit
WGU Labs
Show&Tell
Revere Health
Parallel
Wellabe & iPremium
Identifyd
Hey Grill Hey
Autoliv
Audience
VillageFor
Messenger & My Designer Lab
Water Lantern Festival
RISExp
Seis
Legacy
UX
User experience is core
User experience is foundational to everything we design and build. We focus on clarity, usability, and real user needs to ensure products are intuitive, efficient, and easy to adopt. Strong UX reduces friction, supports business goals, and makes products work better over time.
Visual Design
Good products should also be beautiful
Thoughtful visual design does more than make things look nice. It builds trust, communicates quality, and makes products easier and more enjoyable to use. When form and function work together, experiences feel intentional and credible. Good design also helps products stand out in crowded markets and age more gracefully over time.
“The way you’ve handled this is such a testament to why HQ is so damn good.”
Elizabeth Waite
CMO, Collegewise
"This team is insanely reliable."
Randall Bennett
"These are my favorite vendors."
Hayden Hill
CMO, Christensen Institute
"As a way to get to a phenomenal product, hiring this team is the best way to go. Overall we’re 1000% pleased."
Austen Allred
CEO, GauntletAI
"There's no doubt in mind that we picked the right partner in HQ to help us with this."
Shobin Uralil
CMO, Lively
"If I’m not your happiest customer, I’m willing to fight whoever thinks they are for that title."
Jeff Allen
CEO, BlueCar
"We feel like HQ has been our secret weapon."
Jerome Paul
CEO, Spiff (acq. by Salesforce)
We obsess about client experience
Frequently asked questions
What project sizes do you take on?
We work on everything from rapid MVPs to multi‑year platform redesigns. If the scope is too far outside our core strengths we’ll tell you upfront—and help point you to a better‑fit vendor.
Can you work with our in-house team?
Yes. We regularly collaborate with internal teams and external partners, fitting into existing workflows and tools. Our goal is to complement your team, not replace it.
What does your UX process look like?
Our process varies by project and client. We put effort into not including process for process's sake. But a typical process may include research, structure, exploration, iteration, and validation. We start by understanding users and goals, define flows and information architecture, and iterate through testing and feedback before handoff.
Do you conduct user research or work from existing insights?
Both. We can run new research such as interviews or usability tests, or work from existing data and insights your team already has. The approach depends on timelines, budget, and what’s already known.
How do you handle accessibility and usability requirements?
Accessibility is considered throughout the UX process, not added at the end. We design with inclusive patterns in mind and align work with WCAG guidelines to support a wide range of users.
How long does it take to start?
Kick‑off can be as quick as one week after contract signature. We begin with a discovery call, set up shared tooling, and outline the first sprint so everyone knows the deliverables and success metrics.
Can you work with an existing product or design system?
Yes. We frequently work within established products, patterns, and systems, improving usability without unnecessary reinvention. When gaps exist, we help extend systems in a thoughtful, consistent way.
Let’s build
Whether you’re looking to design, build, update, or refresh an existing app or website, we can help. Even if we’re not a good fit, we will help point you to somebody who might be.
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