I’m Emanuele Pizzolorusso, an Helsinki based designer who loves turning complex problems into simple, engaging solutions.

For over a decade, running my own design studio has been at the core of my professional life. I’ve led and worked on many projects across different industries, often teaming up with people from diverse backgrounds and skills. Some of these projects have received international recognition and awards.

I’ve taken projects from early research and idea development all the way to final delivery, guiding every step along the way. My approach is T-shaped: I balance big-picture strategic thinking with practical, detailed execution.

As a person, I’m curious and enjoy solving problems by finding smart, simple solutions. I’m sociable and empathetic, always trying to understand the people I’m designing for so I can create work that truly fits their needs.

Past Clients.

Detao, Done Robotics, Eno, Filo, Happy Sinks, Holmegaard, Ichendorf, Lexon, Magisso, Marmi e Graniti d’Italia, Midland, Orthex, Palomar, Root7, Settore Q, Supreme, Umbra, Universidad de los Andes, Verifa, Woud.

Awards.

Red Dot Design Award 2020, ADI Compasso d’Oro 2016, German Design Award Gold 2015, Design Plus Award 2014 and 2012 among others.

Press.

Dezeen, Dezeen Book of Ideas, Fast Company, Monocle, National Geographic, New York Times, The Guardian, Wallpaper, Wired, among others.

My Experience.

  • Translating user experiences into innovative ideas for products, using a user-centered approach.

  • This is the core of my expertise: transforming ideas into engaging, visually appealing products. Taking care of everything from initial sketches to final prototypes.

  • While not my primary focus, I have learned to manage the consistent alignment of products and brand tone. This can include coordinating imagery, colors, typography, and creating logos.

  • User Centered Design has been a part of my work as a designer for physical products. Recently, I’ve been diving deeper through a more systematic study of the discipline.

Beyond Work.

Outside of design, I enjoy traveling, reading, and always learning something new from other fields like science, history and finance. I’m crazy about tennis and I’m a certified coach, having taught the sport at various points in my life.