How it works

Schedule a consultation

Book a free discovery call to discuss your design needs and find the right retainer package.

Choose your retainer

Select the level of support that suits your business—whether it’s ongoing design work or extra resources to complement your in-house team.

Start scaling!

Once you're onboard, we integrate with your workflow and get started on scaling your design capabilities immediately.

Services

  • Software application UI / UX / IXD / UCD
  • User research & interviews
  • UX auditing & consulting
  • Proof-of-Concept (PoC) design & Minimum Viable Product (MVP) Design Phase
  • Integration with your own in-house design team
  • Replace the need for an in-house design team
  • Flexible retainers starting at $5,000/month

About us

We are a design and development studio based in Iceland and the US, specializing in UX, UI, branding, and cross-platform mobile development. Our dedicated full-time staff fulfills all design and strategy work from our studio in Iceland and across the United States.

Jokula (YUH-ku-lao) began when Sigtryggur (”Diddi”) and Bjorgvin met working nights at a call center. Thus two creative souls joined to form what would become Jokula — Diddi on the business end, and Bjorgvin on the creative end. After establishing themselves as the premiere UX agency in Iceland, they combined forces with Elva Bjork, an Icelandic expatriate, and Doug, a Silicon Valley native and startup veteran, to create Jokula USA.

The Jokula difference

At Jokula, our key differentiator should sound familiar: it’s our team, and our investment in them. Most agencies run top-heavy and lean, relying on a revolving door of freelancers to get things done. Not us. While others outsource to contractors for every new project, we believe in full-time, long-term dedicated professionals.

We’re in it for the long haul, and so are they. Our team doesn’t just scratch the surface—they dig deep, building expertise that grows with each project. We invest in our people, so they can invest in you.

No quick fixes here—just a committed team, ready to solve your biggest challenges. Welcome to Jokula, where our people are our biggest asset, and your success is our priority.

Hvað kostar greining af þessu tagi?

Jökulá býður upp á þrjú þjónustustig fyrir þarfir mismunandi verkefna og fyrirtækja. Hægt er að prófa aðeins eina notendasögu með tveimur sérfræðingum frá Jökulá allt að fimm notendasögum með fimm notendum.

Frumgreining

160.000 kr.

Hvernig fara prófin fram?

  • Notendasaga prófuð : 1
  • Fjöldi  prófaðra tækja: 1
  • Fjöldi notenda: 2*
  • Notendahópagreining
  • Jökulá útvegar notendur

Hvað færðu

  • Samantekt með niðurstöðum
  • Myndbönd
  • Ítarleg greining
  • Kynningafundur og ráðleggingar
Fá nánari gögn

Ítarleg greining

360.000 kr.

Hvernig fara prófin fram?

  • Notendasaga prófuð : 1
  • Fjöldi  prófaðra tækja: 1
  • Fjöldi notenda: 2*
  • Notendahópagreining
  • Jökulá útvegar notendur

Hvað færðu

  • Samantekt með niðurstöðum
  • Myndbönd
  • Ítarleg greining
  • Kynningafundur og ráðleggingar
Fá nánari gögn

Frumgreining

750.000 kr.

Hvernig fara prófin fram?

  • Notendasaga prófuð : 1
  • Fjöldi  prófaðra tækja: 1
  • Fjöldi notenda: 2*
  • Notendahópagreining
  • Jökulá útvegar notendur

Hvað færðu

  • Samantekt með niðurstöðum
  • Myndbönd
  • Ítarleg greining
  • Kynningafundur og ráðleggingar
Fá nánari gögn

“The difference that design made with our investors and prospects was immediate. People were much more excited to talk and work with us, and our engineers were enthusiastic about to implement beautiful and functional  designs.”

Armando Torres
CEO, KARDA

“The difference that design made with our investors and prospects was immediate. People were much more excited to talk and work with us, and our engineers were enthusiastic about to implement beautiful and functional  designs.”

Armando Torres
CEO, KARDA

“The difference that design made with our investors and prospects was immediate. People were much more excited to talk and work with us, and our engineers were enthusiastic about to implement beautiful and functional  designs.”

Armando Torres
CEO, KARDA

“The difference that design made with our investors and prospects was immediate. People were much more excited to talk and work with us, and our engineers were enthusiastic about to implement beautiful and functional  designs.”

Armando Torres
CEO, KARDA

F.A.Q

Questions? We have answers.
Or book a 15 minute call to learn more.

Hvernig virkar skanninn?
Hversu marga notendur þarf?
Hver sér um að finna þátttakendur?
Hvernig virkar skanninn?

Almennt þegar kemur að rannsóknum með augnskanna er þumalputtareglan sú að 5 notendur sýna fram á 85% af göllum í hönnun.  En að sama skapi þarf að prófa ákveðna hluti hönnunar mjög skilvirkt til að fá marktækar niðurstöður. Best er að prófa fáa hluti í hverju prófi, með það að markmiði að svara ákveðnum spurningum.

What exactly is fractional design?

Fractional design provides you with access to dedicated design professionals on a flexible, part-time basis. It’s perfect for businesses needing design support without the commitment of a full-time team.

How does the retainer model work?

You pay a monthly fee starting at $5,000 to access a set number of design hours and resources. This model gives you the flexibility to scale up or down based on your current needs.

What types of design services are included?

Our retainers cover a wide range of services including UI/UX design, branding, user research, and more. We tailor our approach based on your specific project requirements and goals.

Can I use fractional design to supplement my existing team?

Absolutely! We can integrate seamlessly with your in-house team to provide additional support and expertise as needed.

How do I choose the right retainer package?

During our initial consultation, we’ll discuss your needs and recommend a package that aligns with your goals. You can then choose the level of support that fits your project.

What if I need more hours than the retainer provides?

If your needs exceed the scope of your retainer, you can easily adjust your package or purchase additional hours as required.

What happens if I decide to end the retainer?

You can cancel the retainer at any time with a 30-day notice. We’ll ensure a smooth transition and provide you with all necessary documentation and assets.