Services. Refined.

We are a Paris-based studio focused on clarity over noise. Our work is defined by typography, structure, and intentional constraints. Explore the scope of our practice below.

Service
Time
Focus
Brand
3-5 wks
Identity
Web
4-8 wks
Content
UI/UX
2-6 wks
Clarity

Capabilities

Three distinct pillars designed to move a brand from concept to launch with precision.

Brand Identity Systems

A complete visual language for organizations that need to communicate with authority.

  • Logo & Visual Grammar
  • 20-page Brand Book
  • Usage Guidelines

Editorial Web Design

Custom websites for publishers and thought leaders where content hierarchy is king.

  • Typography-First Approach
  • Reading Flow Optimization
  • CMS Architecture

Digital Product UI/UX

Interface design for web applications where clarity drives adoption and retention.

  • Component Library Design
  • User Journey Mapping
  • WCAG 2.1 AA Compliance

We trade speed for polish and custom code for template limitations. Our methodology is designed to produce assets that remain viable for years, not just months.

Discovery phase artifacts
01. Discovery & Strategy
Visual exploration artifacts
02. Visual Exploration
Development phase
03. Development & Refinement

The Atelier Method

Discovery & Alignment

Every engagement begins with a rigorous workshop. We don’t ask what you want; we determine what you need to solve. We map stakeholders, audit existing assets, and define success metrics. The output is a single-page project brief that acts as our North Star, ensuring we are building the right thing before we design a single pixel.

Exploration & Constraints

Instead of endless options, we present two distinct visual directions. One adheres strictly to safe, proven conventions (trust, readability). The other pushes the boundaries of the brand identity (character, distinctiveness). This binary choice forces decisive feedback and eliminates ambiguity.

Build & Stabilize

Development happens in the open. We deploy a staging environment early and invite daily review. We focus on semantic markup, accessibility compliance, and performance budgets. Post-launch, we provide two weeks of hyper-care to catch edge cases before the public sees them.

Method Note

Tech Stack

We evaluate our stack against three metrics: longevity, performance, and developer experience. If a tool doesn't serve the user or the maintainability of the site, it is excluded, regardless of hype.

Framework Tailwind CSS
Language HTML5 / Semantic
Dynamic Vanilla JS (No React)
Accessibility WCAG 2.1 AA

Decision Lens

Trade-offs

Choosing a partner involves sacrifice. We are optimized for long-term asset value, which means we are not the fastest or the cheapest. Here is what that actually means for your project.

  • - Speed vs. Polish

    We pass on 2-week launches. Mitigation: We provide a high-fidelity prototype for stakeholder buy-in within 7 days.

  • - Custom Code vs. Cost

    Bespoke development has a higher upfront cost. Mitigation: Zero licensing fees and zero "developer tax" on future updates.

  • - Agency Control vs. Client Access

    We often lock down CMS styles to maintain integrity. Mitigation: We teach your team how to edit content without breaking the design.

Note

Why We Reject "Unlimited Revisions"

Infinite revision loops usually indicate a lack of initial strategy. We limit revisions to 3 rounds per phase because that is the optimal number to refine an idea without diluting it.

Contextualizing the Work

Services are abstract. Impact is concrete. The following scenarios illustrate how our specific capabilities address tangible business constraints.

Cultural Institution

The Ephemeral Archive

A Parisian contemporary art space needed a digital archive that felt as curated as their physical exhibitions. The legacy CMS made content updates slow and visually inconsistent.

"The new typography-led structure reduced our bounce rate by 35%. Visitors actually read the artist statements now."
Art gallery interior
SaaS Startup

The Complex Tool

A data analytics tool struggled with user onboarding. The interface was feature-rich but intimidating to non-technical users.

  • Reduced onboarding steps from 12 to 4
  • Introduced progressive disclosure
SaaS dashboard interface

Engagement Models

We offer two primary structures. Both include strategy, design, development, and post-launch support. Hosting and third-party licenses are managed by you.

What's Included

  • Strategy & Information Architecture
  • UI/UX Design & Prototyping
  • Semantic HTML & Tailwind CSS
  • 2 Weeks Post-Launch Support

Project Retainer

For defined scopes with a fixed delivery.

€15k–€60k
  • Fixed fee proposal
  • 3 rounds of revisions
  • 4–8 week timeline

Studio Partnership

For ongoing design needs and product evolution.

€3.5k/mo
  • Reserved capacity
  • 48h response time
  • Cancel anytime
Mon–Fri: 9:00–18:00 CET
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