User Research
In-depth interviews, surveys, and contextual inquiry that surface what users actually need — not what they say they need.
- User interviews & diary studies
- Surveys & competitive analysis
- Synthesized research reports
UX Design Agency
Design that puts
people first
From deep user research to refined interfaces — ATELA turns complex problems into experiences people actually enjoy.
40+
Projects delivered
8+
Years of expertise
98%
Client retention
Trusted by forward-thinking teams
What we do
Everything you need,
Everything you need,
from research to launch
We cover the full UX spectrum — so your team doesn't have to.
UX Strategy
Turning research into direction. Personas, journey maps, and information architecture that align your team around user needs.
- Personas & journey maps
- Information architecture
- Experience frameworks
UI Design
Pixel-perfect interfaces backed by robust design systems. Every component documented and ready for engineering handoff.
- Design systems & component libraries
- High-fidelity screens
- Developer handoff files
Prototyping
From lo-fi sketches to fully interactive Figma flows — prototypes that feel like the real product for faster decisions.
- Wireframes & lo-fi concepts
- Interactive Figma prototypes
- Motion concepts & transitions
Usability Testing
Validate design decisions with real users before a single line of code is written. Moderated and unmoderated sessions.
- Moderated test sessions
- Heatmaps & session recordings
- Actionable research reports
UX Audit
A systematic review of your existing product — spotting friction, accessibility gaps, and quick wins you can act on now.
- Heuristic evaluation
- Accessibility review
- Prioritized recommendations
How we work
A process built on
A process built on
research and iteration
Discover
We immerse ourselves in your world — your users, goals, and the problems truly worth solving.
Define
Research becomes strategy. Personas, journeys, and clear design principles guide every decision.
Design
Wireframes to polished interfaces — iterating fast, testing often, until every interaction feels right.
Deliver
Fully documented design systems and dev handoff files that make implementation seamless.
Selected work
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Work we're proud of
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Finance
Nexus — Analytics Dashboard
Redesigning complex financial data into a clear, actionable dashboard. 40% reduction in task completion time.
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Health
Mira — Habit Tracker App
A mindful habit app designed to reduce friction and build sustainable routines. 4.9★ on the App Store.
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Retail
Veld — Shopping Experience
A luxury e-commerce redesign that lifted conversion by 34% through smarter product discovery flows.
About ATELA
We believe great design starts with
Work with us
We believe great design starts with
listening
ATELA was built on a simple conviction: the best products come from deeply understanding the people who use them. We don't guess — we research, question, and test before we design.
Our team of researchers, strategists, and designers works as an extension of yours — bringing clarity to complexity, and turning ambiguity into products people actually love.
Research-first
Radical simplicity
Obsessive craft
Ready to build something
people will love?
Let's talk about your project. We'll respond within one business day.
Get in touch
Tell us about
Tell us about
your project
Whether you need a full design engagement or just an audit, we'd love to hear what you're building.
Email us
hello@atela.studio
Response time
Within one business day