We help internal product teams struggling to innovate or envision future updates. By focusing on strategic UI/UX concepts such as micro-interactions and UI choreography, we provide a framework for creativity and functionality. These aren’t final handoffs but tools to inspire innovation and align your product with business goals.
Los Angeles app design agency
Ramotion blends app design expertise with Los Angeles’s creative energy, crafting user-centric applications that prioritize functionality, intuitive design, and seamless user experiences.
Featured clients
We specialize in enhancing app experiences through thoughtful design, optimizing user interaction flows, and creating seamless, intuitive app interfaces for businesses of all sizes, from early-stage startups to Fortune 500 companies. Our expertise helps companies in Los Angeles and beyond achieve their business goals.
Series of visual concepts for improving the user experience
Marketing website for a subsidiary of the CBRE Group's co-working space company
Iconography design for a payments infrastructure company with 250M+ API request per day
Official Apple tvOS app user interface development
Official Firefox rebrand and ongoing support for design projects at Mozilla
Brand identity design for an internal App Store by Universal Music
Visual identity for Adobe-owned company products
Ongoing design support for the leading destination for company insights
Designing a motion identity for Opera
Brand and marketing design support for an open source data structure server company
Ongoing design and development collaboration with an enterprise identity provider
Iconography guidelines, assets and web design for a digital forensics solution company
Redesign of the support portal and 30% improvement in users’ ability to get the answers they want
Design for a membership-based healthcare system
Iconography for a secure workspace software company with over 16 million cloud users
Rebranding for an open-source web testing platform with 5 million weekly downloads
Design for the world's first audio word processor
Brand identity for a secure data onboarding solution that processed more than 25 billion records
Website design for a B2B data provider platform with over 50 million company records
Brand identity and website for a tool used by over 80% of Fortune 50 companies' machine learning teams
Rebranding an e-commerce solution used by 180,000 entrepreneurs
Website for a blockchain data storage network that raised more than $250M+ at ICO
Rapid prototyping for an accounting software company with over 3.7 million subscribers
UX design for a medical group and technology company with a network of nearly 140,000 licensed doctors
Iconography design system for 500 million users around the world
Ongoing UX design and CRO for child care and education company with more than 200,000 children enrolled
Developing micro-interactions for the Lightning Design System
Marketing website for the cross channel marketing platform
Brand identity for a multi-chain crypto trading and liquidity hub with $10B+ in trading volume
Design for a global video game commerce company
Capabilities
Process
Industries
from 4 weeks
Strategic UI/UX concepts
2 - 6 weeks
Brand-driven app design
Your app should represent your brand as clearly as any other touchpoint. We embed your brand’s values into interaction models, features, and visuals, ensuring that the app resonates with your users and aligns with your identity. This service creates a seamless connection between your app and your brand, enhancing recognition and trust.
3 - 12 weeks
Visual refresh for rebranding
When a brand refreshes its identity, the app often needs to catch up. We help align your app with the new branding by updating the UI while preserving its user experience. Our approach also addresses minor usability issues and delivers updated UI kits for your team, ensuring consistency across all platforms.
2 - 4 weeks
UX design audits
Our audits pinpoint areas of improvement in your app’s usability and workflows. From onboarding processes to everyday interactions, we analyze where users may encounter friction and provide actionable recommendations. This service helps you refine the user journey and meet modern ux design standards.
from 2 weeks
First-time app design
For businesses launching their first app or MVP, we deliver designs tailored to iOS, Android, desktop, or web platforms. Combining stakeholder input, client documentation, and platform expertise, we ensure your app is scalable, user-centered, and ready for future growth. This mobile app design service builds a strong foundation for your digital presence.
2 - 16 weeks
Cross-platform adaptation
Expanding your app to new platforms doesn’t have to mean starting over. We design for iOS, Android, and desktop while maintaining consistency across platforms. This service ensures your users receive a unified experience no matter how they interact with your product.
from 6 weeks
Scalable design systems
As apps grow, inconsistencies can emerge. We develop scalable design systems by breaking down your UI into reusable components. Supported by detailed documentation and tutorials, this service ensures your team can create and implement updates efficiently, saving time and maintaining quality.
ongoing, on demand
Ongoing app design evolution
An app isn’t static. As user needs evolve, we provide continuous updates based on accessible feedback and market trends. Acting as an extension of your team, we help your app stay competitive and aligned with your brand’s values.
More about services
01
Discovery and alignment
We start by understanding your goals, brand identity, and user needs. Through stakeholder interviews and workshops, we align on a shared vision, ensuring that your app bridges the gap between brand strategy and product design.
02
Strategic concept development
Using insights from the discovery phase, we develop concepts that guide the creative direction. These include features like UI choreography and interaction models, helping your team innovate while staying true to your brand’s identity.
03
Detailed design and prototyping
We translate strategy into functional designs, creating detailed interfaces and user flows tailored to iOS, Android, desktop, or web. Prototypes allow us to validate these designs, ensuring they meet user expectations and align with your objectives.
04
Design system development
Scalability and consistency are crucial for any app. We build reusable design systems supported by documentation and tutorials, empowering your team to implement future updates efficiently.
05
Implementation support
During development, we work closely with your team to ensure the app matches the original vision. This includes answering questions, providing guidance, and conducting QA to maintain design integrity.
06
Launch preparation and delivery
We optimize assets and finalize all design elements, preparing your app for a successful launch. This phase includes equipping your team with the tools needed for consistent post-launch updates.
07
Post-launch refinement
Apps need to evolve to stay competitive. Using analytics and feedback, we refine features and improve usability, ensuring the app remains aligned with your brand and user expectations over time.
More about process
B2B
Designing user-centric interfaces that optimize business processes and boost enterprise efficiency.
SaaS
Creating scalable, cloud-based platforms tailored for seamless subscription-driven user experiences.
Fintech
Building secure platforms for seamless financial transactions while maintaining user trust.
Cybersecurity
Developing apps that ensure data protection, threat detection, and regulatory compliance.
Healthcare
Designing compliant platforms for streamlined patient management and integrated telemedicine solutions.
Startups
Delivering scalable MVPs with rapid prototyping to meet startup growth needs.
Case studies
Salesforce
Salesforce
Developing the Lightning Design System micro-interactions, boosting user engagement and efficiency, enhancing overall user satisfaction.
Tile
Tile
Our team redesigned the onboarding flow, increasing completed sessions to over 60% through intuitive user experience.
Turo
Turo
A strategic redesign of Turo’s support portal by our agency led to a 30% improvement in users’ ability to find the answers they need.
What our
partners say
ReviewsThe Ramotion team is highly creative, responsive and collaborative. Over the years they have become an extension of our Product Design and Research team. Thank you for consistently delivering high quality Design under tight deadlines.
Malini Leveque
Vice President, Product Design and Research at Citrix (Palo Alto, CA)Delivering an incredible user experience for our customers was our top priority. Ramotion came in with research-based data and implemented what we needed into an effective UX with a beautiful design. The communication from the team was remarkable, and we always knew what they were working on, and what was coming. The end product speaks for itself. Our customers love it.
Erik Soderborg
Marketing Manager at EMI HealthWe approached Ramotion after an exhaustive search for the best in app identity design. Ramotion accomplished this with an upgraded logo and icon and took it a step further by creating an extensible system providing instant brand recognition for new products. The successful launch of Bitmoji resulted in our shiny new icon being featured globally as a best new app.
Matt Grantham
Product Designer at Bitstrips, Acquired by Snap Inc.I have impossibly high expectations, and the talented team at Ramotion didn't disappoint. They delivered thoughtful, polished designs, and code that made an outsized, positive business impact by dramatically increasing our customers' ability to find and understand support site content.
Brian Beaver
VP of Design at Turo (San Francisco, CA)We greatly enjoyed collaborating with Ramotion to create an innovative icon set for our ColorOS design system.
Chris Chen
Head of ColorOS Design Department at OppoWe reached out to Ramotion for support on a significant update to our product. The team provided an expert that perfectly matched our needs and the resulting collaboration was a huge success. I definitely plan on working with them again.
Mark Opland
Product Design Director at Xero (Alameda, CA)Ramotion is a rock solid team. They combine an innate instinct for good design with a keen understanding for real world business challenges.
Khoi Vinh
Senior Principal Design at Adobe (San Jose, CA)App design benefits
First impressions
Creates an impactful and memorable first interaction, ensuring users stay engaged.
Enhanced UX
Delivers seamless navigation and intuitive interfaces for improved satisfaction.
Conversion rate
Optimizes design to turn users into loyal customers, boosting overall engagement.
Competitive advantage
Differentiates your app, helping you stand out in a crowded marketplace.
Boosted revenue
Transforms app functionality into higher profits with a focus on user needs and satisfaction.
App Store rankings
Optimized designs enhance usability and satisfaction, securing better visibility in app stores.
Why Ramotion?
Ramotion specializes in partnering with Los Angeles-based companies to deliver app design solutions that reflect the city’s unique culture and creativity. By leveraging deep local market insights and proximity for seamless collaboration, we tap into Los Angeles’s vibrant ecosystem to craft experiences that embody the essence of the city.
Years in business
15+Distributed team members
70+Apps crafted in Los Angeles
80+Avg. rating on DesignRush & Clutch
4.9Awards & recognition
More awards
- Best App of the Year
- App of The Week
- App Store Editors' Choice
Verified Design Agency
- Top App Design Agency in Los Angeles
10 Best Apps of the Year
Best Application Design Company
Services
Insights
FAQ
Branding
Explore how our agency helps local LA companies build trust and recognition with cohesive branding, inspired by the city’s creativity and dynamic entertainment culture.
Web design
Optimized websites for Los Angeles brands with intuitive navigation, responsive design, SEO, mobile compatibility, and user-focused performance.
UX design
Boost usability with user-centric research, interaction design, functional prototypes, seamless user experiences, and innovative design solutions.
App design
Design platform-specific apps with intuitive flows, polished interfaces, and user retention, reflecting forward-thinking innovation and a strong presence in the tech space.
Web app development
Develop responsive web apps with seamless user experiences, incorporating design principles influenced by the dynamic and diverse ecosystem of Los Angeles.
Design system
Streamline workflows with scalable design libraries, tokens, and cohesive guidelines.
Mobile design system
Learn essential strategies and tips for enhancing mobile app accessibility and ensuring your app is inclusive and user-friendly for all individuals.
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Aug 29, 2024Read moreWhat is app design?
App design is the process of creating visually appealing and user-friendly interfaces for mobile applications. It involves crafting layouts, icons, typography, and navigation flows, as well as optimizing the user experience (UX) to ensure seamless interaction. The goal is to build an intuitive and engaging app that aligns with your brand and meets your users' needs.
Why is app design important for businesses in Los Angeles?
App design is critical for businesses in Los Angeles because:
- Highly competitive industries: Whether in entertainment, fashion, or tech, a well-designed app sets your business apart in LA’s competitive market.
- Diverse user base: LA's multicultural and tech-savvy audience demands apps that are both visually striking and highly functional.
- Mobile-first audience: Many LA consumers rely heavily on mobile devices, so an intuitive, responsive app is essential to engage with them.
- Investor appeal: A polished app design can help attract funding and partnerships, particularly in LA's startup scene.
- Lifestyle alignment: LA consumers value innovative, stylish, and creative digital solutions that reflect the city’s vibrant culture.
How much does app design cost?
The cost of app design depends on several factors:
- App complexity: Apps with basic functionality cost less than those with custom animations, geolocation, or AI features.
- Number of screens: More screens require additional design work.
- Customization: Unique branding, illustrations, and advanced UI/UX design elements may increase the cost.
For Los Angeles clients, additional costs may arise from conducting market-specific research or tailoring the design to resonate with LA’s audience.
How to choose an app design agency in Los Angeles?
When selecting an app design agency in Los Angeles, consider the following:
- Local expertise: Choose an agency familiar with LA’s industries, such as entertainment, fashion, hospitality, and tech startups.
- Portfolio: Look for an agency with experience designing innovative and user-focused apps.
- User-centered approach: Ensure the agency prioritizes research and testing to meet the needs of your target audience.
- Technology and tools: Verify the agency uses modern design tools like Figma or Sketch for smooth collaboration.
- Collaboration and transparency: Look for an agency that values open communication and involves you throughout the design process.
- Reputation: Check reviews, testimonials, and case studies, especially from Los Angeles-based businesses.
Our agency specializes in crafting creative, high-performing app designs tailored to LA’s competitive market.
Can app design help my business succeed in Los Angeles?
Absolutely! A well-designed app is essential for success in LA’s fast-paced market because it:
- Captures attention: LA audiences value bold, modern, and stylish designs.
- Drives engagement: Intuitive apps keep users interacting with your brand.
- Builds credibility: A professional app reflects your commitment to quality and innovation.
- Supports scalability: A strong design foundation ensures your app can grow with your business.
- Attracts investors: A polished app demonstrates professionalism and potential to investors.
Can you help with prototyping and MVP development for Los Angeles startups?
Yes! We specialize in creating prototypes and MVPs (Minimum Viable Products) for startups in LA. Our services include:
- Investor-ready prototypes: High-fidelity designs to showcase functionality and design to potential investors.
- MVP development: Focused on delivering the core features of your app to validate your idea and gather user feedback.
- Scalability planning: Ensuring the design allows for future feature additions and growth.
- Fast turnarounds: Meeting the rapid timelines often required by startups in Los Angeles.
We help startups launch impactful apps that resonate with LA’s demanding and competitive market.
Location
Remote culture
Ramotion is primarily a remote-first company, with established meeting spaces, including one in Los Angeles