Applied Design
Design ServicesNew York, United States11-50 Employees
Applied Design is a New York-based design services studio that partners with organizations to shape brands, environments, and experiences. It emphasizes applying concepts across the full process, from strategy through execution, to ensure that ideas are translated into tangible outcomes. The firm's work encompasses brand identity, environmental graphic design, UX, digital experiences, and naming for clients such as JFK Terminal 8, the World Trade Center, Westfield, NYU Langone Health, Silvercup Studios, and the Port Authority of NY & NJ. Situated in New York, the studio serves corporate, institutional, and startup clients, focusing on projects that require both a strong visual presence and functional effectiveness. It is notable for developing inclusive typography, such as Atkinson Hyperlegible, a typeface designed for people with low vision that has been widely adopted and integrated into major platforms and collections. The company positions itself as a partner that delivers concepts through to implementation, aiming to create brands and spaces that align with strategic intent and meaningful impact.