Eightshapes
EightShapes
EightShapes, a UX and Design Systems agency, has closed as of June 30, 2024. For user experience and information architecture services, contact Curious Squid. For design system services, contact Directed Edges.
EightShapes, a UX and Design Systems agency, has officially closed its operations as of June 30, 2024. The firm, established in 2006, provided high-quality user experience and information architecture consulting, serving a diverse range of industries across the US and Europe. Over its 18-year history, EightShapes employed 27 people and partnered with 57 subcontractors, becoming a well-respected name in the user experience and technology communities. They were known for their contributions through workshops, talks, articles, books, tools, and industry involvement. For continued user experience and information architecture services, clients are directed to contact Curious Squid, owned by Dan Brown. For design system services, clients should reach out to Directed Edges, owned by Nathan Curtis. Both new entities build upon the legacy and expertise of EightShapes, with its founders, Nathan and Dan, embarking on new individual ventures.
About
**Who they are**
Eightshapes focuses on user experience and information architecture, with specific expertise in design systems. They guide clients through complex design challenges to create intuitive and effective digital products.
**Expertise & scope**
* User experience (UX) strategy and design
* Information architecture (IA)
* Design system development and implementation
* Usability and Human Factors Engineering
**Reputation / proof points**
* Specializes in design system services through Directed Edges (owned by Nathan Curtis).
* Offers user experience and information architecture services through Curious Squid (owned by Dan Brown).
Eightshapes focuses on user experience and information architecture, with specific expertise in design systems. They guide clients through complex design challenges to create intuitive and effective digital products.
**Expertise & scope**
* User experience (UX) strategy and design
* Information architecture (IA)
* Design system development and implementation
* Usability and Human Factors Engineering
**Reputation / proof points**
* Specializes in design system services through Directed Edges (owned by Nathan Curtis).
* Offers user experience and information architecture services through Curious Squid (owned by Dan Brown).
Additional information
As of June 30, 2024, Eightshapes has closed. Clients seeking their former services should contact the recommended successor agencies. For user experience and information architecture, Curious Squid is available. For design system services, Directed Edges is the recommended contact. This transition ensures continuity of service for their former clientele.
HQ:
Washington, DC, US
Languages:
English
Timezones:
UTC, EST
Status:
listed
Services & Capabilities
Usability / Human Factors Testing
Industries:
Medical Devices
Usability Study Types Offered:
Both
Services Offered:
User interface evaluation, Task analysis, User interface evaluation, Instructions evaluation, Validation testing
User Types Supported:
Lay user, Professional healthcare, Both
Use Environments Supported:
Home healthcare, Professional healthcare, Both
Standards Supported:
IEC 62366-1, IEC 62366-2, FDA Human Factors Guidance
Has Participant Recruitment:
Yes
Participant Recruitment Details:
The company recruited participants for user experience and information architecture consulting.
Has Usability Lab:
Yes
Has Remote Testing:
Yes
Regions Served:
US, Europe
Additional usability_human_factors_testing Details
Usability Study Types Offered
Both
Services Offered
User interface evaluation, Information architecture
Standards Supported
IEC 62366-1, IEC 62366-2, FDA Human Factors Guidance
User Types Supported
Both
Use Environments Supported
Both
Lead Time Band
Start in 4-8 weeks
Quote SLA
3-5 business days
Minimum Project Size
$25-50k
Pricing Model
Per project
