We combine applied design with scientific research as design researchers working on transformation projects. We actively incorporate complex systems and different perspectives and realities of life into our work. In doing so, we use different methods of participation and joint design of change processes.

Through observations, interviews and case studies, we gain practical insights that are tailored to the organization we accompany. We communicate our findings through clearly structured, easy-to-understand information graphics and documentation.

For transformation projects, we attach particular importance to:

  1. The perspective of the employees and the management
  2. The impact of change on organizational structure
  3. Involvement and activation of all stakeholders
  4. Long-term and sustainable monitoring of the process

Inclusion, accessibility and sustainability are at the heart of our transformation projects.

To achieve the goal of transformation, we integrate ecological and social sustainability into our design and research practice.

Projects

Whether in strategies for sustainable, social or digital transformation, we combine design and research in the implementation of transformation measures. We develop innovative formats such as audio walks for qualitative data collection and escape games for educational purposes. Our work in transformation projects is based on sound research in the areas of citizen participation, social sustainability, science communication and new work approaches.

Ein Bild in dem aus der Draufsicht Beispiele für Papierprototypen für das Projekt gezeigt werden.
KI-generierte, bunte Landschaft mit Bergen, Wolken, Wäldern und kleinen Häusern in herbstlichen Farbtönen.
  • Project
    1/3

    Strengthening pupils

    How is it possible to make the digitalization process of funding plan creation inclusive and to optimize the networking of all participants?

    • Topics: UX Research and Education
    • Key Actors: Special Needs Teacher and Teacher
    • Outputs: Product Vision, Styleguide, and UX-Concept
    • Client: Inklusion Digital GmbH
    • Timespan: November 2020 – February 2022
    Strengthening pupils
  • Project
    2/3

    Escape Game about AI

    How can the unique advantages of experience-oriented and immersive role-playing be used as an educational tool to impart knowledge?

    • Topics: Artificial Intelligence, Concept, and Education
    • Key Actors: Researcher, Designer*innen, and Visitors
    • Outputs: Escape Room
    • Client: mibb Medienkompetenz- und Innovationsförderung Berlin-Brandenburg
    • Timespan: November 2020 – August 2021
    Escape Game about AI
  • Project
    3/3

    Pioneers of new work

    We accompanied the Digitalization Department of the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) in its vision process. In a series of workshops, visions were jointly developed that were dedicated to both the hybrid working team of the department and the planning of a digital conference.

    • Topics: Hybrid work environment, Agile Communication, and Digitization Principles
    • Key Actors: Employees, Other Teams, Decision Makers, and Visitors
    • Outputs: Documentation and Workshopboard
    • Client: German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)
    • Timespan: October 2021 – February 2022
    Pioneers of new work

We develop suitable methods tailored to your needs for each project. Here you will find a small selection:

Methods

Cooperations and clients

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