We believe that a core value of the work we do is in humanizing technology. The outcome of this focus takes many forms. It can be in the usability of a system that enables a surgeon to do their best work, or a consumer product that is beautiful in its simplicity and effectiveness.

Our goal is to develop and deliver meaningful innovation that improves people’s lives.

Every project brief is unique. Some require applying creativity and technical skills within narrow constraints, and others are more about bringing a fresh perspective to broader challenges.

We scale our process to be lean and effective toward each.

Our Approach

Through our experience in consultant and OEM design teams we’ve had the privilege of collaborating in design for a wide range of brands, from start-ups to industry leaders.

Jim Holtorf - 8degrees Founder & Principal Designer

AT&T Microsoft Stryker Budweiser Becton Dickinson Crestron BMW Nokia Thermador Clinicomp

Featured Work

  • Breast Health Monitoring Device

    Client: Cyrcadia Health

    Category: Consumer Health

    Project: Breast Health Monitoring

    Collaborative Design: Radius Design team

  • Medical Device Endoscopic Camera

    Client: Stryker

    Category: Surgical Equipment

    Project: Endoscopic Camera and Embedded UI/UX

    Collaborative Design: Radius Design team

  • Cataract Surgical Equipment

    Client: Allergan AMO

    Category: Surgical Equipment

    Project: Sovereign Cataract Surgical System

    Collaborative Design: BMW Designworks team

  • Smart Home Design

    Client: Crestron

    Category: Smart Home / Enterprise Collaboration

    Project: 80 Series Touch Screen System

    Collaborative Design: Radius Design team

  • Connected cup and event experience

    Client: AB InBev

    Category: Connected Experiences

    Project: Budweiser “Light Up the Cup” for 2018 FIFA World Cup

    Collaborative Design: Radius Design team

  • Smart Home Control

    Client: ABB Busch-Jaeger

    Category: Smart Home

    Project: free@home System

    Collaborative Design: Radius Design team

  • Retail Security System Design

    Client: Checkpoint

    Category: Security / EAS (Electronic Article Surveillance)

    Project: NEO Systems

    Collaborative Design: Radius Design team

  • Mobile Phone Design

    Client: Nokia

    Category: Consumer Electronics

    Product Line: Lumia Smartphones & Accessories

    Collaborative Design: Nokia Design team

  • Visual Brand Design

    Client: Sophos

    Category: Networking & Cybersecurity

    Project: Brand Language Strategy & Design

    Collaborative Design: Radius Design team