Product UX design
Map complete user journeys, design information architectures, create wireframes, conduct usability testing, and build validated prototypes that reduce development rework and boost user adoption from day one.
Design capacity is hard to scale without the overhead of full-time hiring. Our embedded offshore UI/UX professionals work directly within your climate tech, clean tech, or deep tech team, giving you senior-level design expertise at a fraction of traditional costs while you keep full strategic control over your product roadmap and design outcomes.
From foundational UX research to pixel-perfect UI implementation, our embedded design professionals deliver comprehensive product design solutions.
Map complete user journeys, design information architectures, create wireframes, conduct usability testing, and build validated prototypes that reduce development rework and boost user adoption from day one.
Craft pixel-perfect interfaces with scalable component libraries, design tokens, accessibility compliance, and comprehensive developer handoffs ensuring visual consistency across your entire product ecosystem.
Design micro-interactions, smooth animations, intuitive transitions, and feedback systems that improve user engagement and create cohesive product experiences across all devices.
Build scalable design systems with reusable components, comprehensive documentation, and established standards that grow with your product and maintain brand consistency.
Create interactive prototypes for stakeholder validation, conduct user testing sessions with real customers, iterate based on research findings, and validate concepts before expensive development commits.
Apply brand styling consistently, create clear data visualizations, design accessible color systems, and produce high-fidelity mockups that communicate your product vision precisely.
Access senior-level UI/UX talent at 3x lower costs than hiring in-house, while maintaining complete strategic alignment with your business goals. Our embedded professionals integrate into your workflows, delivering workshop-to-launch execution in weeks with turnaround times as fast as 48 hours for critical deliverables. Designed for climate tech, clean tech, and deep tech teams that need both speed and design quality.
We've partnered with climate tech companies and venture-backed startups to design products that earn user trust and support commercial growth.
"They very quickly understood the kind of messaging that was important to us and how to translate that into a compelling visual experience. I can't recommend them enough!"
"Working with What if Design has been transformative — faster feature roll outs, reduced development costs, and a fantastic user experience. They quickly understood our vision and offered proactive ideas"
"They very quickly understood the kind of messaging that was important to us and how to translate that into a compelling visual experience. I can't recommend them enough!"
"Working with What if Design has been transformative — faster feature roll outs, reduced development costs, and a fantastic user experience. They quickly understood our vision and offered proactive ideas"
"They very quickly understood the kind of messaging that was important to us and how to translate that into a compelling visual experience. I can't recommend them enough!"
"Working with What if Design has been transformative — faster feature roll outs, reduced development costs, and a fantastic user experience. They quickly understood our vision and offered proactive ideas"
Strategic design expertise meets climate-focused execution.
Workshop-to-launch timelines measured in weeks, not months, with turnaround as fast as 48 hours.
Access senior-level design talent at 3x lower costs than traditional in-house hiring models.
Deep specialization in climate tech, sustainability platforms, and purpose-driven product design challenges.
Embedded professionals who understand your business outcomes, not just design deliverables.
Design leaders with a mission to accelerate climate solutions.
Co-founder
Akhila brings deep expertise in creating design systems that scale from concept to implementation. Before co-founding What if Design in 2020, she led design for innovative LEED-certified buildings and urban interventions valued at over $100 million, directly impacting millions of people. Her architectural background informs her approach to product design—thinking systematically about user flows, information hierarchies, and sustainable design patterns. At What if Design, Akhila directs strategic design initiatives for climate tech companies, translating complex technical innovations into intuitive digital experiences. She leads client workshops, oversees UX research sprints, and ensures every design decision aligns with measurable business outcomes. Her work has helped climate tech startups secure multiple funding rounds and launch products used by enterprise customers in the renewable energy, carbon management, and sustainability sectors.
Co-founder
Tejas combines business strategy with design thinking to create products that drive measurable growth. Before launching What if Design, he scaled OYO's operations across three countries and designed training programs that reached over 1,700 professionals throughout India. His unique blend of business operations experience and design sensibility enables What if Design to deliver solutions that balance user needs with commercial viability. Tejas leads client relationships, ensuring embedded design teams stay aligned with strategic priorities and quarterly objectives. He specializes in rapid prototyping methodologies, UX approaches that improve conversion, and design systems that accelerate go-to-market timelines. His frameworks have helped climate tech companies reduce pilot customer acquisition costs, increase enterprise demo conversion rates, and successfully navigate Series A and B fundraising presentations. At What if Design, Tejas holds the view that effective design drives measurable business outcomes and real climate impact—not just visual appeal.
Our professionals seamlessly integrate into your workflows using your preferred tools (Figma, Slack, Jira, etc.) and communication cadences. You maintain complete strategic control while we provide dedicated design execution. We adapt to your sprint cycles, participate in standups, and collaborate directly with your product and engineering teams.
Let's discuss how embedded UI/UX professionals can move your product design forward without the overhead of full-time hiring.
Tell us about your product vision and design challenges. We'll respond within 24 hours with a tailored approach and transparent pricing.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at You can also send us a quick email at team@whatifdesign.in
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at You can also send us a quick email at team@whatifdesign.in