Interactive Prototyping
Build clickable prototypes that simulate real product experiences. Test user flows, validate assumptions, and pitch to investors with confidence before writing a single line of code.
Transform your startup vision into a validated, investor-ready MVP. Our rapid prototyping and UX design services help you test assumptions, secure funding, and achieve product-market fit faster—without burning through your runway on expensive development.
From concept validation to investor-ready prototypes, we deliver the design services startups need to succeed.
Build clickable prototypes that simulate real product experiences. Test user flows, validate assumptions, and pitch to investors with confidence before writing a single line of code.
Uncover real user needs through interviews, usability testing, and behavior analysis. Make data-driven design decisions that reduce post-launch rework and boost adoption rates.
Design intuitive user journeys and information architectures. Create low-fidelity to high-fidelity wireframes that align stakeholders and guide development teams efficiently.
Craft pixel-perfect interfaces that balance speed-to-market with design quality. Build scalable component libraries that grow with your product from MVP to Series A and beyond.
Eliminate friction points through iterative testing and refinement. Optimize conversion funnels, onboarding flows, and core features to maximize user engagement and retention.
Establish scalable design foundations with reusable components, style guides, and documentation. Enable consistent experiences as your team and product portfolio expand.
Discovery & Strategy Sprint
We begin with intensive stakeholder workshops to understand your business goals, target users, and competitive landscape. Through rapid ideation sessions, we align on core features, success metrics, and design priorities that position your MVP for fundraising and early traction.
User Research & Validation
Wireframing & Architecture
High-Fidelity Design & Prototyping
Testing, Iteration & Handoff
Startups we've helped design, prototype, and launch successful MVPs that secured funding and delighted users.
"Working with What If 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!"
"The extremely high quality of outputs with fast turn around times and availability of team at short notice has been perfect for our requirements"
"Working with What If 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!"
"The extremely high quality of outputs with fast turn around times and availability of team at short notice has been perfect for our requirements"
"Working with What If 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!"
"The extremely high quality of outputs with fast turn around times and availability of team at short notice has been perfect for our requirements"
We're the strategic design partner that startup founders trust to turn visions into validated MVPs.
We understand startup constraints. Our processes are optimized for speed, budget consciousness, and the iterative nature of early-stage product development.
Our prototypes have helped founders secure millions in funding. We create polished, persuasive design assets that tell your product story to investors and early adopters.
Get senior-level design expertise at one-third the cost of hiring in-house. Flexible engagement models from project-based to subscription mean you pay only for what you need.
Move at startup speed with turnaround times as fast as 48 hours. Our remote-first team across San Francisco and Bangalore delivers quality without compromising your timeline.
Design partners who've helped build products for millions of users.
Co-founder
Before co-founding What if Design, Akhila designed innovative LEED buildings and led urban interventions worth over $100 million that impacted millions of people. Her architectural background brings systems thinking and user-centered problem-solving to digital product design. At What if Design, she leads UX strategy and prototyping for startups building breakthrough products. Akhila combines her deep understanding of complex systems with rapid prototyping methodologies to help founders validate ideas and secure funding. Her work spans healthcare platforms serving millions, climate tech solutions, and enterprise SaaS products. She's passionate about making great design accessible to mission-driven organizations and believes that thoughtful UX is the foundation of successful MVPs.
Co-founder
Tejas brings a unique blend of business strategy and design thinking to What if Design. Before co-founding the company, he drove business growth for OYO across three countries and designed programs that trained over 1,700 people throughout India. His experience scaling operations and understanding market dynamics informs every MVP design decision. At What if Design, Tejas leads strategic alignment workshops, ensuring prototypes solve real business problems while delighting users. He's worked with unicorns like TATA1mg and Pristyn Care, helping them design digital experiences that convert visitors into loyal customers. Tejas specializes in translating complex startup visions into clear, testable prototypes that resonate with investors and early adopters. His pragmatic approach balances design excellence with startup realities like limited budgets and aggressive timelines.
What is an MVP prototype?
An MVP prototype is a simplified, interactive representation of your product that demonstrates core functionality without full development. It allows you to test assumptions, gather user feedback, and validate market demand before investing in expensive engineering. Prototypes can range from low-fidelity clickable wireframes to high-fidelity designs that look and feel like the real product, helping you secure funding and refine your vision.
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Do you work with technical co-founders or non-technical founders?
Talk to our design strategists for a free MVP consultation and roadmap session.
Share your startup vision and we'll respond within 24 hours with next steps, timeline, and investment details.
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