We are an Industrial Design Studio in NYC. We balance our strong background in ergonomics and our design sensibility to create unique and engaging designs that solve problems and convey feelings.
Our Story
In 2008 Manuel Saez founded manuel saez & partners. As the former design director and Humanscale, the world's largest designer and manufacturer of ergonomic products for the office, Saez used his understanding of the power of diversity and collaboration to bring together a collective of expert talent from around the world. This group covers all creative disciplines from research, strategy, design, engineering, and sourcing to graphics, brand development, user experience, and new media.
Today, we believe that balance is the key to success in life and design. Timeless and engaging brands and products result from a calculated balance between beauty and function (reason) in the context in which they will be used.
Our Vision
We see design as a powerful strategic tool that creates value.
Our Philosophy
We believe that great designs successfully balance both the emotional side- beauty, and the rational side- function, in the context in which they will be used.
Working Values
Humility
The state of being humble and unpretentious. One of the best predispositions to learn and teach, being humble allows taking and receiving feedback in an open manner. This encourages positive thinking, putting the best interests of the group first, and even personal growth. A healthy dose of humility always lets you put the overall good of the team first.
Candor
Straightforwardness in words and message. Clear, honest communication is crucial for personal and corporate growth. Using frank, respectful language speeds and focuses any communication. Directness is a virtue.