What is Industrial Design?
We find ourselves answering this question for people all the time and yet Industrial Design is all around us. Read more.
Our Design Portfolio
Our design team has vast experience across multiple industries
Major Appliances
Furniture
Housewares
Consumer Products
Fitness Equipment & Recreation
User Interface Design
Commercial Equipment
Medical, Dental & Laboratory
Graphic Design & Branding
Cruver Design is an award winning, full service, Industrial Design Consulting Firm located just outside Chicago. We believe that the secret to success of any product is an enjoyable user experience. By applying our talents and passion for great design we help our clients to deliver great looking products that provide great user experiences and can be manufactured for a profit. To achieve this, we leverage Research, Brainstorming, problem solving and our extensive understanding of manufacturing processes.
Testimonials
“Sub-Zero has worked with Curt and his team for many years on a variety of small/quick to very large/multi-year projects. They have always delivered and their knowledge of our designs and processes along with working closely with us have resulted in very successful and well received products by our luxury market customers”
–Paul Sikir, Vice-President of Sub-Zero Design
“Having experienced Cruver Design firsthand, I can confidently say they are at the top of their game. Their blend of creativity, business acumen, and practicality is unmatched. I’ve recommended them to others without hesitation, knowing they’ll deliver exceptional results every time. They’ve truly earned their reputation as a standout in the field of industrial design.”
—Bob Giammanco, Owner 2XL Corp.
“KeyMe has engaged Cruver Design for multiple projects. Each time has been a success, thanks in part to the diligence and attention to detail on the Cruver team. They ask great questions and produce quality results.”
—Greg Marsh, CEO of KeyMe
“The Cruver Design team have done a very thorough job. I’ve worked with some large well known ID firms that don’t have as much manufacturing knowledge and attention to details as the Cruver team has.”
–Ken Pawlak, Engineering Consultant
“The Cruver Design team is incredibly professional and talented. Their diversity of experience played an instrumental role in the evolution of our project from breadboard to prototype to production. We were a garage startup, and they embraced our innovative approach to an existing category. We now have an award winning, patented product that consumers love. Curt and Steve's experience and creativity were a huge asset on this journey. They are great to work with, collaborative, efficient, and honest. We highly recommend them for any project.”
—Jim Dowdle, Co-Founder Lillipad Workstations
“Cruver Design has the creativity and technical skill to deliver on aesthetics, usability and business value. I’ve spent three decades helping companies innovate and I have the utmost respect for the talented team led by Curt Cruver. Contact them for your next design project, no review can do justice to the service you’ll receive.”
—Doug Stone, Partner -Design Strategy at Drive Strategy
“I personally have known Curt Cruver for over 30 years. I am extremely familiar with his work and his integrity. Cruver Design, LLC is one of the best industrial design firms in the country. I highly recommend them.”
—Bill Cesaroni, President Cesaroni Design (Retired)