Unravel
We're a future-forward design consultancy. We partner with brands to answer today's most critical questions for a resilient future.
The world is changing at an unprecedented pace. New technologies, social shifts, and environmental challenges are constantly emerging, creating an uncertain future for brands. At Unravel, we help brands navigate this complex and unpredictable landscape. We bridge the gap by using strategic foresight and design thinking as tools to unravel the potential futures that might unfold, helping brands prepare for and adapt to what's to come.
Our services merge purpose with vision, helping organisations of all sizes elevate their design approach from foresight to execution. We're committed to creating impactful experiences, working alongside our clients to deliver outcomes that are both strategically and meaningfully transformative.
Trend analysis & future scenarios: We analyse the current state and emerging trends, identify potential disruptions, and map out different future scenarios to help brands understand the possible landscapes they might face.
Foresight workshops: We facilitate collaborative workshops to explore future possibilities, identify potential challenges and opportunities, and develop strategies for adaptation.
Weak signal detection: We uncover subtle trends and emerging signals that might hold significant meaning for the future of a brand or industry.
Future-proofing strategies: We help brands identify potential risks and develop strategies to adapt their business models, products, and services to remain relevant in the face of disruption.
Innovation prototyping: We facilitate the creation of rapid prototypes to test new ideas and concepts in a low-risk environment, allowing for iterative refinement and validation.
Disruptive design thinking: We apply design thinking methodologies to tackle challenges and opportunities arising from potential future scenarios.
Future visioning: We work collaboratively with brands to develop a compelling vision for their future, grounded in foresight research and aligned with their core values.
Future storytelling: We assist in crafting narratives that communicate the brand's vision for the future, engaging stakeholders and inspiring action.
Future-back planning: We help brands set goals and develop strategies by working backwards from a desired future state.
Future-proofing for sustainability: We integrate life-cycle analysis, circular economy principles, and responsible sourcing into the design process to ensure brands create products and services that are not only commercially viable but also contribute to a more sustainable future.
Future of materials & manufacturing: We explore innovative materials and manufacturing processes that consider environmental impact and resource efficiency, helping brands build sustainability into their DNA.
Future consumer values: We analyse shifting consumer values regarding sustainability and translate that knowledge into design strategies that resonate with future market demands.
Workplace design for agility: We create adaptable and collaborative workspaces that facilitate creativity, innovation, and knowledge sharing, empowering teams to thrive in the ever-changing future of work.
Human-machine collaboration: We explore how future technologies like automation and AI can best complement human workforce capabilities, designing workflows that leverage human strengths alongside technological advancements.
Designing for well-being: We integrate strategies for employee well-being into future workplace design, considering elements like physical and mental health, work-life balance, and a sense of purpose in an evolving professional landscape.
Technology foresight: We identify emerging technologies with the potential to disrupt industries or create new opportunities. We help brands understand their implications and plan for future technology adoption.
Prototyping for future technologies: We create functional or visual prototypes that explore how emerging technologies might be integrated into brands' operations, products, or customer experiences.
Responsible tech design: We champion the ethical and responsible development and deployment of future technologies, ensuring they serve the greater good and align with brand values.
Ready to design the future with us? Let's talk.
+61 412 572 467
hello@unravelhq.com
Suite 9/11 Wilson St, South Yarra, VIC 3141, Australia
Unravel is a future-forward design consultancy. We help brands of all sizes innovate and drive change. Subscribe for the latest trends, foresight, and ideas.
