Our Story
One Eight Kōbō is a multi-disciplinary studio. We collaborate with businesses on design and strategy, while maintaining a sharp focus on targeted problem-solving. Beyond this, we aim to build our products in tech and design, creating innovative and impactful solutions. Ultimately, OEK will grow into a brand that crafts exceptional digital experiences and nurtures products that can be passively managed and scaled.
Our Team
Vatsala Shukla
Co-founder
Vatsala Shukla is a multidisciplinary designer with a background in architecture and over two years of experience in digital product design. With a deep interest in human psychology, she takes a holistic approach to design, integrating interaction design, product strategy, and systems thinking.
Her work focuses on crafting intuitive systems that foster emotional connection, clear communication, and seamless integration into daily life. Always curious, she draws inspiration from travel, pottery, and books, bringing a thoughtful, explorative touch to everything she creates.
Manali Deshpande
Co-founder
Manali Deshpande is a UX designer with an architectural mindset, blending structure and creativity to craft seamless digital experiences. With experience designing for B2B and B2C brands, she specializes in problem-solving, user research, and data-driven design. Passionate about intuitive solutions, she turns complexity into effortless interactions.
When not designing, Manali is often at a coffee shop, exploring a new part of Mumbai, or planning her next adventure. These experiences keep her intrigued and enhance her creative problem-solving!
Our Approach
One Eight Kōbō is synonymous with result-driven problem-solving, delivering seamless digital solutions that integrate effortlessly into everyday life. We are trusted for our quality, precision, and deep understanding of brand essence, ensuring that every project aligns with holistic business goals. Our approach transforms complex systems into simple, intuitive experiences, creating designs that not only solve present challenges but also anticipate future needs.