Layers Studio

💚 We love hearing kind words from our clients — and this one made our day! It’s been a pleasure collaborating with Connect Events, a brilliant initiative bringing together professionals from Tech, Design, and IT to create inspiring and impactful experiences. 🧩 Their mission? To inform, spark creativity, and drive innovation by connecting passionate people across industries. And with their first event — Tech Connect 2025 — happening this September, there’s a lot to be excited about. The Future of AI is coming… and you won’t want to miss it. 🙌 Huge thanks to Laura Sharpe for trusting us with this project. We’re proud to have played a part in bringing your vision to life — and we can’t wait to see what’s next! #clienttestimonial #testimonial #branding #tech #happyclient #review

Minimal viable products aren’t so viable anymore. That’s why, at Layers Studio, our multi-skilled team focuses on solving real problems — rather than fitting problems to pre-made solutions. With The Big Creative UK Summit making its return last month, we had the incredible opportunity to showcase our work as well as pitch for investment. It was a great chance to share who we are, what we do, and why it matters. Want to learn more about Layers Studio? 👉 Book a free consultation via the link below: https://lnkd.in/eng7-_Hp Let’s create digital experiences your users will love ❤️ #ukcreatives #ukevents #designers #digitalsolution #creativeindustries

🏛️ We had the opportunity to be part of this fantastic event, connecting with lobbyists, MPs, and policymakers to highlight the key challenges SMEs face today. It was an invaluable chance to share insights and engage in important discussions. 🤩 A huge shoutout to the organisers ACT | The App Association for putting together such a well-run and impactful event! #smes #policymakers #networking #advocacy #mps #businessgrowth #mediumbusiness #collaboration #impactfulconversations

📲 We’re heading to Westminster for App Economy Conference 2025! On Tuesday, April 1st, we’ll be speaking with policymakers and MPs about the future of the app and digital economies — key drivers of UK tech growth. As proud members of ACT | The App Association, we’re excited to represent small tech firms shaping this space. Stay tuned for updates from the event. 👀 Follow us so you don’t miss any updates! #appeconomy #techpolicy #uktech #techsector | James Hanson

🤜🤛 We recently teamed up with Joshy from WowzaBox to deliver an insightful masterclass on crafting exceptional digital experiences in the retail tech space! Joshy shared his journey of transforming the in-restaurant customer experience into a successful digital platform. From navigating challenges of a start-up founder to building a seamless food box experience. 🎯 We then took the audience through our process of bringing his vision to life, from branding to website design and development. We shared practical UX insights and key factors to consider when creating a digital platform that truly resonates with users. Big thanks to Joshy and everyone who joined us! 🙌  #retailtech #uxdesign #branding #digitaltransformation

🗣 Pitching Layers Studio to around 50 businesses and partners in such a prestigious setting was an experience to remember. Huge thanks to everyone who took time out of their own schedules to come and meet the Northern UK business delegates — it was great to connect with so many passionate and driven people. One thing that really stood out was experiencing the famous Dutch directness firsthand. No fluff — just straight to the point about what’s needed and what’s not. 💙 Honestly, I loved it! It made for some refreshingly honest and productive conversations. Can’t wait to see where these connections take us next! #networking #businessgrowth #pitching #innovation #internationalbusiness | James Hanson

🌍 Our trip to the World Trade Center (WTC) The Hague was an eye-opener! We got a real feel for the investment and tech landscape across the Netherlands, exploring how cities like The Hague, Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and Eindhoven each have their own unique specialisms. The team at InnovationQuarter were super knowledgeable — they seemed to know just about every subsector you could think of! They really helped the delegates pinpoint where to put their initial focus, which was invaluable. Massive thanks to them for sharing so much insight! If you’re curious about what they do, check them out here: https://lnkd.in/e9-5-F9 Don’t forget to follow Layers Studio to stay in the loop. #tech #innovation #investment #netherlands #businessgrowth

James just got back from the Startup Village in Amsterdam Science Park - Science & Business organisation, and what an experience it’s been! 🤯 It was amazing to meet the team and hear about all the exciting work happening there. Some of the founders are working on seriously groundbreaking stuff — think #ai and #quantumtech, right at the forefront of innovation. You can really feel the ambition and drive in the air! One thing that really stood out was the university’s student-run VC. They’re giving founders who successfully pitch their ideas a £40K loan note before moving into the village — how good is that😱? It’s such a brilliant way to support students and give them a real shot at making their ideas happen. 👌 If you’re curious, check out more about how they’re supporting startups here: https://www.asif.ventures/ #startups #innovation #businesstech #founders | ASIF Ventures

Tomorrow, I'll be giving a masterclass in collaboration with Sunderland Software City, diving into the fundamentals of designing seamless user experiences specifically tailored to the gaming and esports sectors. I’ll be breaking down common UX pitfalls that plague both in-game experiences and the surrounding ecosystem — like menus, settings, and streaming interfaces. We’ll also touch on some of the dark patterns used in systems with pay-to-play or in-game purchase elements and discuss why these tactics can backfire, reducing engagement and long-term spending. Expect practical insights on: ✅ Building engaging and intuitive in-game experiences ✅ Creating frictionless menu and settings navigation ✅ Fostering community retention through better streaming UX ✅ Why dark patterns hurt more than they help — and what to do instead Whether you’re a game developer, UX designer, or esports professional, this masterclass will give you actionable takeaways to level up your audience engagement and retention. See you tomorrow! 💡 #esports #gaming #masterclass #uxgaming #gamesux

🥱 You wake up in Newcastle, working in a digital studio. Who can relate? 🙌 It’s always great when the whole team comes together, so we couldn’t resist giving you a little behind-the-scenes glimpse into our day at the studio. We love the buzz of collaboration, quick catch-ups over a hot drink ☕, and the energy that fills the office when it’s full. It’s a chance to share ideas, solve problems, and have a laugh along the way while creating meaningful digital solutions — together. 🙋♀️🙋♂️ Let us know if you can relate — whether you’re part of a digital team or just love that office vibe! #newcastleupontyne #digitalstudio #behindthescenes #teamvibes #newcastle