Are you an agency and what does Co-Op Studio mean?

No, we are not a traditional agency. We are a small network of experienced digital specialists who collaborate flexibly depending on project requirements — hence "co-op Studio", from "Cooperation". This brings many advantages: fast, flexible execution, no organizational or agency overhead, and a personal, direct line to the people who actually deliver the project.

Where are you located and can we meet in person?

Of course. Our offices are located in Hamburg-Ottensen and in the city center of Freiburg — ideally situated near Basel, Stuttgart and Zurich.

How quickly can you start a project?

Very quickly. We can usually start within a few days and schedule a kickoff — remotely or on-site in Hamburg or in southwestern Germany and Switzerland. We typically respond to project inquiries by email within 24 hours.

Who implements the project and who is the point of contact during the project?

We do — there is no rotating project team. We are your direct point of contact throughout the entire project. If we bring in partners from our specialist network, we communicate this openly. We are equally upfront when we believe we are not the right fit for a job.

What does a typical project look like?

It is important to us to understand what drives you and what problems need to be solved with the digital product — whether website, app or service. We start with a kickoff workshop where we develop a shared understanding of the brief: requirements, expectations, goals and the modus operandi — including the tools for collaboration (e.g. Confluence, Slack). We rely on established industry standards. From initial strategy and brand consulting through concept development of the digital product to concrete design and implementation, we cover the entire process. We deliberately keep the number of project participants small; for larger projects, we bring in a project manager as needed.

What options are there for smaller companies?

With modern CMS platforms like Wix, Webflow or Kirby and AI-powered development, the technical foundation can be significantly streamlined — without compromising on results. We can deliver implementations with any of these systems and have many approaches to tailor a digital project precisely to smaller companies while maintaining a professional outcome. Feel free to get in touch.

What areas do you specialize in?

We are broadly positioned: from clients in the cultural and museum sector to large platforms, portals and shops, to specialized startups in EdTech and measurement technology, some of which we support on a long-term basis. Our projects include digital projects with media companies, healthcare, city portals, GreenTech / solar, SaaS applications. In addition, we have proven expertise in digital accessibility and the design of AI solutions.

Do you also support pro bono projects?

Yes — we are always open to exciting pro bono projects. For example, we contributed to the German government's #WirVsVirus campaign. If you have an interesting initiative, a non-profit endeavor or a project with social impact, feel free to get in touch. We evaluate each inquiry individually.