Purpose

Conventional design thinking stifles creativity. We reimagine, challenge, envision, and problem-solve to create spaces and moments that nurture the human experience.


Key Ingredients

An organic process (fluid, not rigid) - since every project is unique, we tailor our approach accordingly

A collective structure (diverse, specialized) - we tap into the right expertise right when it’s needed

Insatiable curiosity (imperfect, evolving) - we’re always looking for ways to broaden our perspective and expand our thinking

Boundless creativity (antidisciplinary, typology agnostic) - we harness the full spectrum of what design can unlock and never shy away from a challenge

Meaning (impact, transformation) - we create moments, spaces and experiences that move people and make a lasting impression.


Values

Honor one another.

This means - we show up fully present - we listen intentionally - we validate ideas as places to build from.

It doesn’t mean - we never get to express our opinion - we don’t have things competing for our attention - we have to honor every request or idea.

Be open.

This means - we invite thoughtful contribution - we think outside of the box - we create fluidly.

This doesn’t mean - we reinvent for the sake of it - we are never satisfied - we have to love every idea on the table.

Own your sh*t.

This means - we show up ready to play - we are accountable for our contributions - we consider the collective.

This doesn’t mean - we never ask for help - we don’t help each other - we are insensitive or aggressive.

Anything is possible.

This means - we welcome challenge - we uncover assumptions and invite questions - we commit to finding a way.

This doesn’t mean - we have all the answers - we expect the journey to be easy - we don’t have any constraints.

 

 Portland OR + Bozeman MT | hello@openstudiocollective.com