Industrial and product design is the process of turning an idea into a functional, manufacturable, and market-ready product. It combines user needs, engineering requirements, and visual design to shape how a product looks, feels, and performs. At Onetwosix, that means designing with real-world constraints in mind, refining the details through prototyping and testing, and delivering production-ready files and specifications that manufacturers can build from with confidence.

It depends on the product’s complexity and the level of testing required. For straightforward projects, a typical timeline is 6–8 months from kickoff to production-ready. Products that include mechanical or electrical systems, custom tooling, or extensive validation will take longer and we’ll map out a clear schedule as soon as we define scope and requirements.

We protect your IP from day one. We typically put a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) in place before our first consultation, so you can share details with confidence. When it comes time to prototype or manufacture, we work with a trusted network of vetted contract partners and we only share the information they need to build your product.

Costs vary widely because every product has a different scope, timeline, and level of complexity. Factors like research and testing, prototyping rounds, mechanical or electrical development, certifications, tooling, and manufacturing volumes can all impact the total investment. After an initial consultation, we will define the scope and provide a clear estimate with recommended phases so you can move forward with confidence and control the budget as you go.

You can explore the full breakdown in our Process section.

Yes. Prototyping is a core part of how we bring ideas to life and reduce risk before production. We build prototypes to validate ergonomics, functionality, fit and finish, and system integration, whether your product involves mechanical components, electrical systems, electronic enclosures, soft goods, consumer products, or physical experiences. We do this in our 10,000 sq ft prototyping facility, equipped for rapid iteration and small-batch builds, including 3D printing, CNC machining, laser cutting, sewing and soft goods fabrication, woodworking, metalworking, silicone casting, vinyl cutting, and electrical assembly. The goal is simple: test quickly, learn fast, and move forward with confidence.

Yes. We support you through manufacturing and help identify the right vendors for your product, budget, and timeline. We leverage our network of trusted manufacturers and suppliers to match your design intent with real production capabilities, then collaborate with those partners to ensure quality, cost, and build consistency from first build to full-scale manufacturing.

Yes. We design with compliance in mind and can support you through common certification and regulatory pathways such as UL, CSA, CE, FCC, and food-contact requirements. The exact standards and testing needed depend on your product category, materials, electronics, and target markets. Early in the project, we help identify the likely requirements, design to meet them, and coordinate with testing labs and manufacturing partners to keep certification on track.

Yes. We can help you launch with a complete set of visuals and brand assets that make your product look as good as it performs. Depending on your needs, this can include photorealistic renderings, product photography and video, graphic design, logo and visual identity, packaging design, and website design. The goal is to give you a cohesive, market-ready toolkit for presentations, fundraising, sales, and launch marketing.

We work across a wide range of industries and product types. Our projects often include consumer products, medical and healthcare devices, outdoor and industrial equipment, athletics and sport products, soft goods, furniture, and designed environments or experiences. If it needs to look great, work reliably, and be manufactured with confidence, it’s likely a fit. That hands-on manufacturing experience transformed our understanding of product development. We experienced the midnight panic about tolerance issues, the tense conversations with suppliers, and the exhilaration of seeing the first production units roll off the line.