Building interfaces that solve real problems
Design isn't decoration. It's how users understand what you're offering and whether they trust you enough to commit. We prototype web services and craft UX systems that reduce confusion and increase conversion without gimmicks or empty promises.
Founded in 2022, Derfamuto operates across Canada as a distributed team of researchers, designers, and developers. We don't chase trends or force visual styles that clash with your brand. Every decision stems from user behavior data and testing cycles.
Clients come to us when internal teams are stretched thin or when a project requires specialized knowledge in information architecture and interaction patterns. We integrate into your workflow without disrupting existing processes.
Research before pixels
We start every project with user interviews and competitive audits. Stakeholder assumptions get validated or challenged through data. Design mockups emerge only after we map user journeys and identify friction points.
Prototypes that teach
Interactive prototypes reveal usability issues faster than static screens. We build clickable flows in Figma or code and test them with real users. Changes happen early when they're cheap, not during development when they're expensive.
Systems that scale
Component libraries and design tokens keep interfaces consistent as your product grows. Documentation ensures your team can extend the system without creating visual debt. Everything is built for handoff and long-term maintenance.
What we handle and who runs it
Our team includes UX researchers, interaction designers, and front-end developers. Each project gets assigned based on skill fit, not availability. We don't inflate team size to justify higher fees.
How collaboration actually works
We operate through scheduled check-ins and shared documentation. You get access to our working files in real time through Figma or collaborative prototyping tools. Feedback loops are structured: we present, you review, we iterate based on specifics.
Most clients prefer weekly sync meetings with async updates between sessions. Urgent fixes get handled through Slack or email. We don't hold information hostage or create artificial urgency to justify our involvement.
Services adapted to project needs
Some clients need full-cycle UX from research to final UI design. Others require usability audits or interaction strategy for existing products. We offer structured training sessions for internal teams looking to improve their design process without hiring externally long-term.
Project scope gets defined during discovery calls. We estimate hours based on deliverables and adjust if requirements shift. Transparent pricing without hidden consultant fees.
