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.
New York app design agency
Ramotion blends app design expertise with New York City’s dynamic 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 New York City 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)They hit all of our goals and delivered on the schedule they originally proposed. They accommodated the changes in our initial requirements as we needed them and quickly adapted.
Ritik Malhotra
Co-founder at Elph (New York, NY)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 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)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 initially chose Ramotion to help us build a next-generation environmental platform, and we have been very impressed by the talent and speed at which the team is able to operate and deliver a high quality product. We would highly recommend Ramotion for any design build project going forward.
Daniel Sadik
Senior Vice President, at Carbon Solutions GroupRamotion 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 AdobeApp 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 New York City-based companies to deliver app design solutions that reflect the city’s unique culture and user-centered creativity. By leveraging deep local market insights and proximity for seamless collaboration, we tap into New York’s vibrant and diverse ecosystem to craft experiences that embody the essence of the city.
Years in business
15+Distributed team members
70+Apps crafted in New York
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 New York
10 Best Apps of the Year
Best Application Design Company
Services
Insights
FAQ
Branding
Discover how our agency helps NYC businesses establish trust and recognition with cohesive branding, inspired by the city’s energy, diversity, and iconic culture.
Web design
Optimized websites for New York City 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 diverse and fast-paced ecosystem of New York City.
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 involves creating visually appealing and user-friendly interfaces for mobile applications. It focuses on crafting layouts, navigation flows, typography, colors, and interactive elements to ensure a seamless user experience (UX).
The goal is to design an app that is both aesthetically pleasing and functional, enhancing user engagement and satisfaction.
Why is app design important for businesses in New York?
App design is critical for businesses in New York because:
- Highly competitive industries: Whether in finance, media, or fashion, a well-designed app helps you stand out in NYC’s competitive market.
- Diverse audience: New York’s multicultural population requires apps that are inclusive and accessible to all users.
- Mobile-first culture: With fast-paced lifestyles, New Yorkers rely heavily on mobile apps for everything from shopping to commuting.
- Investor appeal: A polished app design can help startups secure funding in NYC’s venture capital ecosystem.
- User retention: High-quality design ensures users stay engaged, which is essential in a city where businesses are constantly vying for attention.
How much does app design cost?
The cost of app design depends on factors such as:
- App complexity: Basic apps with limited features cost less than apps with custom workflows, animations, or integrations.
- Number of screens: More screens require additional design time and resources.
- Custom features: Tailored solutions like geolocation, payment gateways, or AR/VR functionality can increase costs.
For New York clients, additional costs may include conducting competitive analysis or customizing the app to align with NYC’s industries and audience.
How to choose an app design agency in New York?
When selecting an app design agency in New York, consider the following:
- Local expertise: Choose an agency familiar with NYC’s industries, such as finance, fashion, hospitality, and media.
- Portfolio: Look for examples of innovative, user-focused designs that align with your vision.
- Customization: Ensure the agency offers tailored solutions that reflect your brand’s story and New York’s market.
- Collaboration: Pick an agency that values transparency and involves you in every step of the process.
- Reputation: Check reviews, testimonials, and case studies from other New York-based businesses.
- Scalability: Select an agency capable of designing apps that grow with your business needs.
Our agency specializes in delivering app designs that align with New York’s fast-paced and competitive environment.
Can app design help my business succeed in New York?
Absolutely! A well-designed app can help your business thrive in NYC by:
- Enhancing user engagement: New Yorkers expect sleek, intuitive designs that encourage interaction.
- Building credibility: A professional app reflects your commitment to quality and innovation.
- Attracting local users: Customizing your app to reflect New York’s culture and lifestyle helps establish a deeper connection with users.
- Driving customer loyalty: Intuitive design ensures users return to your app regularly.
- Supporting scalability: A strong design foundation enables your app to evolve with your business.
Location
Remote culture
Ramotion is primarily a remote-first company, with established meeting spaces, including one in New York