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Welcome to the studio. FLYNN is a full spectrum product design consultancy.
We help businesses like yours thrive by thinking differently, delivering innovation where it drives real commercial success.
Over the past two decades our focus has always been to make lives better; to re-think the ordinary and to discover and develop amazing products which are now enjoyed by thousands.
Bake in market
traction at early stage development
Why work with
We live for that word development.
That is about us too. We are always striving for better in what we expect of our selves. Product development can sometimes be a confusing space for clients.
We are a safe pair of hands, as creatives the head might be in the clouds but feet stay firmly on the ground. Our Studio exists as design for better business, to make things better by design.
A boutique agency with bespoke teams, you are never just another project, you are our passion project.
Client care is paramount
Award winning design
20+ years experience
Millions sold
On tap innovation
Unique vision
We are so passionate about our user focused approach to product development, we decided to trademark it.
boutique agency
We know our clients are unique, so teams are created dynamically. We bring the A- Team every time, specifically designed to amplify the effect of better design on your brand.
Over the past two decades we have learned from some truly wonderful business and brands. It’s been a genuine pleasure working with you.
Over the past two decades we have learned from some truly wonderful business and brands. It’s been a genuine pleasure working with you.
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Meet the founder
Chris Flynn is the founder of FLYNN Product Design and FLYNN Labs, a UK-based consultancy recognised for bridging consumer product development and MedTech product development through a distinctive, nature-inspired methodology.
A graduate of the University of Westminster (BSc Honours, Product Design Engineering, 1995), Chris began his career in heavy engineering — working with David Dexters, Architen Landrell, and Concept Tree on tensile fabric structures, structural steel development, bridge design, and technical drafting. That foundation in real-world structural systems shaped the engineering rigour that still underpins FLYNN's work today.
Over the past 25 years, Chris has consulted for some of the world's most recognised organisations, including Liverpool FC, Oxford University, the NHS, Siemens, Airbus, Vodafone, and HTC. In founding FLYNN Product Design, and later FLYNN Labs, he built studios that combine deep manufacturing expertise with a passion for collaborating with extraordinary people on ambitious projects — wherever in the world they are based.
Chris is the pioneer of Product Design Code™ and Product Brand Fusion, proprietary frameworks that bring natural systems thinking into modern product development. Rooted in FLYNN's branded HUMAN philosophy, these methodologies draw on Darwinian problem-solving — evolution as the original designer — to create products that work in harmony with users, businesses, and the planet. More on the approach can be found at flynn-product-design.com/approach.
Beyond the studio, Chris serves in an advisory role on the Board of Engineering at the University of the West of England, is an active member of Medilink (the UK's leading life sciences and MedTech network), and founded the Hardware Founders Networking Group, a community supporting hardware entrepreneurs. He is also the founder of CureLONP1.com, a research initiative focused on ultra-rare mitochondrial disease caused by mutations in the LONP1 gene — reflecting his broader commitment to using design and engineering in service of human health.
Chris's driving belief is simple: the best work happens when talented people collaborate on things that matter.
“Design products the right way and they will sell themselves”
Chris Flynn, Director.
FLYNN PRODUCT DESIGN
FAQs
What is the importance of a prototype in product development?
The power of a prototype can not be overstated. This allows you to test if a mechanism or principle will work. The lessons learned will go into the next interpretation. This is the fundamental basis of development. Our approach is to do this swiftly, iterating fast.
How does sustainable design contribute to business success?
As a philosophy this is about doing good things, with the least negative impact on ecosystems. Brands can't do this alone, they need the market to "buy in". Design thinking allows us to develop products sustainably which gain that market traction. Even better working on green tech innovation, this actively contributes better business while reducing environmental impact.
How can design research and insight benefit my project?
We are big believers on looking at things from a unique perspective. Scoping to include Design Research can be a complete game changer. Critically it is about being better informed on the decisions brands make when setting out their product specification's and briefs. It is foundational work essentially. Base your project on real intel rather than assumptions, be that user tastes and behaviour's or how a technology can be improved. The benefits are vast.
How will a Discovery Audit benefit our brands product development?
FLYNN’s Discovery Audit offers an insightful evaluation of your current product development approach. Our process involves a thorough analysis to understand your product's position in the market and its alignment with customer needs. We aim to provide clear, actionable insights that can help steer your product design towards more innovative and effective solutions. This audit is not just about reviewing; it's about uncovering opportunities for growth and improvement, ensuring that your product strategy is on the right track for success.
What is the difference between Discover Audit and Start-Up workshop?
The Discovery Audit is specially designed for established brands, while our Workshops are oriented towards Start-Ups and new businesses. This distinction ensures a customized approach to comprehensively understand your business from an objective standpoint. Our focus is on providing insights that yield long-term benefits. By engaging with your team proactively, we move beyond pre-existing assumptions. Our goal is to reveal a development roadmap that is finely tuned for commercial success, aligning closely with your unique business objectives and market dynamics
Should we get a patent before reaching out to you?
One of the primary risks of early patenting is that your innovation may not have reached its full potential or may not represent the best possible solution. At FLYNN, we recommend a thorough development and maturation of your innovation to ensure it's a viable and market-optimized design solution. Premature patenting can lead to a scenario where your patent does not accurately reflect your final market product. It's common for companies to become fixated on their initial concept solely because it's patented, rather than evaluating if it’s the most effective design for market engagement and commercial success. By partnering with FLYNN, you not only refine your innovation but also create valuable intellectual property, which can then be the basis for a more strategic and relevant patent application.
How will a Product Design for Start-Up workshop help me?
If you are a start up in new territory, be advised that a product can't be better than its brief. like a goldfish can't outgrow its bowl. This means if you are working on "what to design" and "how to solve the problem" unaided without experience your not off to the best start. You do not need to go it alone, you need a company like FLYNN which want to work with you proactively, so you do better in business. Working with FLYNN is a gamechanger for start ups, in no small part due to the impact of our workshop.
How much does it cost designing a product for market?
When preparing a comprehensive proposal for you, a key consideration is ensuring the strategic alignment of your project. To accurately estimate costs, our initial step involves a detailed discussion to ascertain whether your current direction aligns with your desired outcomes. A proactive evaluation of your Request for Quotation (RFQ) is essential to determine its effectiveness in meeting your objectives and to assess its optimization. Consequently, conducting a Workshop or Discovery Audit is an invaluable initial phase to establish a solid foundation for your project. This approach enables us to provide you with a precise and tailored quote. Additionally, we offer specific incentives for projects in certain sectors, such as medical and green technology, which could significantly reduce your market entry costs.
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