Simon Korazija is a hardware and product development professional with a background in both mechanical engineering and industrial design. He is driven by a passion for creating impactful outcomes and fostering strong relationships with his clients.
He spent five years at the renowned design firm in Chicago, blending design with engineering across tech, medical, and consumer goods. Later, he led product development of AR smart glasses at tooz technologies, a joint venture of ZEISS and Deutsche Telekom, and was responsible for the development of AI-powered products that connect users with nature at Bird Buddy.
Simon now leads SK|PD, a product development studio partnering with entrepreneurs, startups, established businesses, and other design and engineering studios to bring industry-leading products to market.
The studio’s and SIMON's clients span across the US and Europe, including collaborations with notable brands and startups. Simon's Past and present clients include: Bird Buddy, P&G, Newell, Stix, Clorox, Carhartt, Eli Lilly, Zeiss, Weber, and more.
For inquiries, please contact simon@skpd.studio
design. build. breakthrough.
We believe GREAT PRODUCTS are born from a seamless integration of INDUSTRIAL DESIGN and MECHANICAL ENGINEERING – where aesthetics and function evolve together from day one. We move fast and with intent, without compromising on QUALITY. Every decision balances the USER EXPERIENCE with our clients’ BUSINESS GOALS – so what we build isn’t just well-designed, but ready to succeed in the real world.
FULL STACK PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
FROM IDEA TO PRODUCTION WE HANDLE DESIGN, ENGINEERING, PROTOTYPING, AND SUPPLIER HANDOFF. NOTHING GETS LOST IN TRANSLATION.
SMALL TEAM AGILITY
Senior-led core team, extended by a trusted network. We move fast, adapt to the project, and get high-quality work done without unnecessary complexity.
FUNDING AND COMMERCIAL SUCCESS
Tens of millions raised. Multiple products shipped in the hundreds of thousands. We've helped turn ambitious ideas into successful launches and real business outcomes.
FULL STACK PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
FROM IDEA TO PRODUCTION WE HANDLE DESIGN, ENGINEERING, PROTOTYPING, AND SUPPLIER HANDOFF. NOTHING GETS LOST IN TRANSLATION.
SMALL TEAM AGILITY
Senior-led core team, extended by a trusted network. We move fast, adapt to the project, and get high-quality work done without unnecessary complexity.
FUNDING AND COMMERCIAL SUCCESS
Tens of millions raised. Multiple products shipped in the hundreds of thousands. We've helped turn ambitious ideas into successful launches and real business outcomes.
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SMALL TEAM AGILITY
Senior-led core team, extended by a trusted network. We move fast, adapt to the project, and get high-quality work done without unnecessary complexity.
FUNDING AND COMMERCIAL SUCCESS
Tens of millions raised. Multiple products shipped in the hundreds of thousands. We've helped turn ambitious ideas into successful launches and real business outcomes.
Locations
Munich
Ljubljana
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SERVICES
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
STRATEGY
INNOVATION
SOURCING & PRODUCTION