20+ years of experience

Design for products that shape what's next

We craft beautifully functional products that launch faster, convert better, and help you raise with confidence.

Why this studio exists

Chris Halaska started Halaska Studio after years designing for companies like Google, Ogilvy, CBA, and Immutable. Working across consumer products at massive scale and emerging technology at the frontier showed a clear gap: the most transformative technologies were being built with rushed interfaces, inconsistent UX, and guesswork disguised as vision.

AI is the most significant technological shift in a generation. And right now, most AI products are being designed by engineers who know models but not users, or by designers applying old patterns to fundamentally new problems. The result is products that are technically impressive but practically frustrating.

Halaska Studio exists to close that gap. The studio brings the rigor and process of big tech (the kind of product thinking that shaped Google Photos for a billion users) and applies it at the speed and intimacy that startups need. It gives founders a steady hand and a partner who understands how to turn complex systems into products people instinctively trust.

The work is driven by a simple belief: Design the right thing, the right way

Every project balances business goals with human needs, never relying on trends or shortcuts. Decisions are
intentional, grounded in experience, and shaped by a deep respect for craft.

Halaska Studio focuses on product at the core, with brand and web as extensions of a single experience. Everything supports the product, from the first concept to the smallest detail. We're not here to make things pretty. We're here to make things work.

Every project balances business goals with human needs, never relying on trends or shortcuts. Decisions are intentional, grounded in experience, and shaped by a deep respect for craft.

Halaska focuses on product at the core, with brand and web as extensions of a single experience. Everything supports the product, from the first concept to the smallest detail. We're not here to make things pretty. We're here to make things work.

Every project balances business goals with human needs, never relying on trends or shortcuts. Decisions are intentional, grounded in experience, and shaped by a deep respect for craft.

Halaska focuses on product at the core, with brand and web as extensions of a single experience. Everything supports the product, from the first concept to the smallest detail. We're not here to make things pretty. We're here to make things work.

Robbie Ferguson

I left Google to design the new best-practice for AI

Chris Halaska, Founder

  • 20+ years of experience across Google, Ogilvy, CBA, Immutable, and 40+ emerging tech projects

    20+ years of experience across Google, Ogilvy, CBA, Immutable, and 40+ emerging tech projects

    20+ years of experience across Google, Ogilvy, CBA, Immutable, and 40+ emerging tech projects

  • 1B+ users reached through products designed at Googl

    1B+ users reached through products designed at Googl

    1B+ users reached through products designed at Googl

  • 40+ emerging tech products designed and shipped

Team

A small, senior team built to integrate with your product org,
not a big agency machine.

A small, senior team built to integrate with your product org,
not a big agency machine.

A small, senior team built to integrate with your product org,
not a big agency machine.

  • Chris Halaska

    Chris Halaska

    Founder

  • Arvydas Gecas

    Arvydas Gecas

    Senior Designer

  • Dominik Martin

    Dominik Martin

    Senior Designer

  • Dylan Kelly

    Dylan Kelly

    Visual Designer

  • Arma Behnia

    Arma Behnia

    Operation Manager

  • Chris Halaska

    Chris Halaska

    Founder

  • Arvydas Gecas

    Arvydas Gecas

    Senior Designer

  • Dominik Martin

    Dominik Martin

    Senior Designer

  • Dylan Kelly

    Dylan Kelly

    Visual Designer

  • Arma Behnia

    Arma Behnia

    Operation Manager

  • Chris Halaska

    Chris Halaska

    Founder

  • Arvydas Gecas

    Arvydas Gecas

    Senior Designer

  • Dominik Martin

    Dominik Martin

    Senior Designer

  • Dylan Kelly

    Dylan Kelly

    Visual Designer

  • Arma Behnia

    Arma Behnia

    Operation Manager

Our reputation

Our reputation

Our reputation

Trusted by
industry leaders

Trusted by
industry leaders

Trusted by
industry leaders

Trusted by 40+ product leaders

Get in touch

Get in touch

Get in touch

Let's design something
people trust

Partner with senior product design experts

Whether you're raising your next round, defining your product for the first time, or ready to redesign what you've already built, we'd love to hear what you're working on.

Not sure? Find your answer.

  • 1

    What kind of companies do you work with?

    We work primarily with AI startups, from pre-seed founders designing their first product through to Series B companies scaling their design operations. We've also worked across Web3, health tech, and fintech. If you're building something complex and need design that makes it simple, we're probably a good fit.

  • 2

    Do you do development?

    We build functional prototypes to validate UX flows and test ideas quickly, but we leave production development to your engineering team to make sure it's done securely and robustly. We deliver high-fidelity designs and design systems that are ready for your developers to build from, and we're happy to work closely with them during implementation to make sure what ships matches what was designed.

  • 3

    How much does it cost?

    It depends on the scope and engagement model. Our Sprint engagements are fixed-scope and fixed-price. Ongoing partnerships are monthly retainers. We don't publish pricing because every project is different, but we're transparent in our discovery calls and will give you a clear proposal before any commitment.

  • 4

    How long does a typical project take?

    Our Sprints run for about 6 weeks from kickoff to final delivery. Ongoing partnerships are month-to-month, with most clients working with us for 3 to 12 months. Brand and web projects typically run 4 to 8 weeks depending on complexity.

  • 5

    How is Halaska Studio different from other design agencies?

    Three things. First, we specialize in AI products, so we understand the unique design challenges that come with unpredictable outputs, trust, and new interaction patterns. Second, our founder's background at Google means we bring product thinking at a level most agencies can't. Third, we're small by design. You work directly with senior designers, not a revolving door of junior staff.

  • 6

    What does "design the right thing, the right way" mean?

    It means we care as much about what gets built as how it looks. Before we design any screens, we work with you to make sure the product strategy, user needs, and business goals are aligned. Then we design with craft, precision, and attention to detail. It's about getting both the strategy and the execution right.

  • 7

    Can you help with investor materials?

    Yes. We've designed pitch decks, product demos, and interactive prototypes that have helped our clients raise millions. If you're preparing for a fundraise, we can make sure your product story is clear, compelling, and backed by design that shows investors you're serious.

  • 8

    What's the best way to get started?

    Book a call with Chris. We'll talk through what you're building, where you are, and what you need. From there, we'll recommend the right engagement model and put together a clear proposal. No pressure, no sales pitch, just an honest conversation about whether we're the right fit.


  • 1

    What kind of companies do you work with?

    We work primarily with AI startups, from pre-seed founders designing their first product through to Series B companies scaling their design operations. We've also worked across Web3, health tech, and fintech. If you're building something complex and need design that makes it simple, we're probably a good fit.

  • 2

    Do you do development?

    We build functional prototypes to validate UX flows and test ideas quickly, but we leave production development to your engineering team to make sure it's done securely and robustly. We deliver high-fidelity designs and design systems that are ready for your developers to build from, and we're happy to work closely with them during implementation to make sure what ships matches what was designed.

  • 3

    How much does it cost?

    It depends on the scope and engagement model. Our Sprint engagements are fixed-scope and fixed-price. Ongoing partnerships are monthly retainers. We don't publish pricing because every project is different, but we're transparent in our discovery calls and will give you a clear proposal before any commitment.

  • 4

    How long does a typical project take?

    Our Sprints run for about 6 weeks from kickoff to final delivery. Ongoing partnerships are month-to-month, with most clients working with us for 3 to 12 months. Brand and web projects typically run 4 to 8 weeks depending on complexity.

  • 5

    How is Halaska Studio different from other design agencies?

    Three things. First, we specialize in AI products, so we understand the unique design challenges that come with unpredictable outputs, trust, and new interaction patterns. Second, our founder's background at Google means we bring product thinking at a level most agencies can't. Third, we're small by design. You work directly with senior designers, not a revolving door of junior staff.

  • 6

    What does "design the right thing, the right way" mean?

    It means we care as much about what gets built as how it looks. Before we design any screens, we work with you to make sure the product strategy, user needs, and business goals are aligned. Then we design with craft, precision, and attention to detail. It's about getting both the strategy and the execution right.

  • 7

    Can you help with investor materials?

    Yes. We've designed pitch decks, product demos, and interactive prototypes that have helped our clients raise millions. If you're preparing for a fundraise, we can make sure your product story is clear, compelling, and backed by design that shows investors you're serious.

  • 8

    What's the best way to get started?

    Book a call with Chris. We'll talk through what you're building, where you are, and what you need. From there, we'll recommend the right engagement model and put together a clear proposal. No pressure, no sales pitch, just an honest conversation about whether we're the right fit.


  • 1

    What kind of companies do you work with?

    We work primarily with AI startups, from pre-seed founders designing their first product through to Series B companies scaling their design operations. We've also worked across Web3, health tech, and fintech. If you're building something complex and need design that makes it simple, we're probably a good fit.

  • 2

    Do you do development?

    We build functional prototypes to validate UX flows and test ideas quickly, but we leave production development to your engineering team to make sure it's done securely and robustly. We deliver high-fidelity designs and design systems that are ready for your developers to build from, and we're happy to work closely with them during implementation to make sure what ships matches what was designed.

  • 3

    How much does it cost?

    It depends on the scope and engagement model. Our Sprint engagements are fixed-scope and fixed-price. Ongoing partnerships are monthly retainers. We don't publish pricing because every project is different, but we're transparent in our discovery calls and will give you a clear proposal before any commitment.

  • 4

    How long does a typical project take?

    Our Sprints run for about 6 weeks from kickoff to final delivery. Ongoing partnerships are month-to-month, with most clients working with us for 3 to 12 months. Brand and web projects typically run 4 to 8 weeks depending on complexity.

  • 5

    How is Halaska Studio different from other design agencies?

    Three things. First, we specialize in AI products, so we understand the unique design challenges that come with unpredictable outputs, trust, and new interaction patterns. Second, our founder's background at Google means we bring product thinking at a level most agencies can't. Third, we're small by design. You work directly with senior designers, not a revolving door of junior staff.

  • 6

    What does "design the right thing, the right way" mean?

    It means we care as much about what gets built as how it looks. Before we design any screens, we work with you to make sure the product strategy, user needs, and business goals are aligned. Then we design with craft, precision, and attention to detail. It's about getting both the strategy and the execution right.

  • 7

    Can you help with investor materials?

    Yes. We've designed pitch decks, product demos, and interactive prototypes that have helped our clients raise millions. If you're preparing for a fundraise, we can make sure your product story is clear, compelling, and backed by design that shows investors you're serious.

  • 8

    What's the best way to get started?

    Book a call with Chris. We'll talk through what you're building, where you are, and what you need. From there, we'll recommend the right engagement model and put together a clear proposal. No pressure, no sales pitch, just an honest conversation about whether we're the right fit.


Have a project in mind? 

Let’s work together, we’re always open to a chat.

Halaska Studio is an AI product design studio founded by Chris Halaska (ex-Google). We specialize in AI product design, MVP sprints, ongoing design partnerships, and brand for AI startups.

© Halaska Studio Limited

Dubai, UAE

Have a project in mind? 

Let’s work together, we’re always open to a chat.

Halaska Studio is an AI product design studio founded by Chris Halaska (ex-Google). We specialize in AI product design, MVP sprints, ongoing design partnerships, and brand for AI startups.

© Halaska Studio Limited

Dubai, UAE

Have a project in mind? 

Let’s work together, we’re always open to a chat.

Halaska Studio is an AI product design studio founded by Chris Halaska (ex-Google). We specialize in AI product design, MVP sprints, ongoing design partnerships, and brand for AI startups.

© Halaska Studio Limited

Dubai, UAE