About TAKT - Collaborative Design Leadership

We believe design should improve lives. Our team specializes in service and interaction design, blending research-driven insights with creative problem-solving to make a real difference.

Who We Are #

At TAKT, we believe in creating meaningful, user-centred designs that drive impactful change.

We specialise in Digital Transformation, partnering with public and private sectors to deliver services that are innovative, accessible, and sustainable.

Our Mission #

Empowering users, enabling sustainability, and shaping the future of digital services.

We combine design leadership with deep expertise in public sector challenges to deliver services that resonate with users and drive systemic impact.

What Makes TAKT Unique? #

🚀 Design at Pace #

Taktzeit, the German word for rhythm or beat, reflects our design process.

We keep pace with user needs while ensuring every solution is carefully crafted to fit the context

Our team in action, designing solutions that make a difference.

🌍 Sustainability at Scale #

Inspired by TAKT time in lean manufacturing, we prioritise efficiency and sustainability.
Every design decision considers the environment, time, and budget, ensuring we deliver value without compromise.

Meet the Team #

Barry Khan #

Barry brings over 20 years of experience as a Service Designer and Interaction Design Lead.
When he’s not designing, you’ll find him with his family, on the basketball court, or capturing moments through his camera.

Louise Harvey #

Louise is our environmental advisor and researcher, with over 15 years of expertise in environmental auditing and training.
She’s passionate about weaving sustainability into every aspect of our designs.

How We Work #

• Co-design: We collaborate with users and stakeholders to ensure designs are inclusive and effective.
• Lean Methods: We work efficiently, focusing on outcomes that matter.
• Impact-Driven: Every project we undertake seeks to improve lives and deliver value.