Bould Design

Bould Design is a Silicon Valley design studio that has partnered with a who's who of innovators and developed an authoritative expertise in designing smart home and user-centric technology products as exemplified by the groundbreaking Nest Thermostat. This latest honor is a recognition of Bould Design's dedication to crafting beautiful, functional products that deliver utility and innovation to everyday people, connecting them with the meaningful benefits of technology. Our design values based on function, simplicity, quality and character drive us towards design solutions that are easy to use and understand while inspiring delight and trust. Recent work includes the R-Zero Arc, a UV-C light designed to apply hospital grade disinfection to everyday spaces, and a suite of award-winning Roku audio products that bring rich, dynamic sound to TVs everywhere at an affordable price. The judges of Innovation by Design include renowned designers from a variety of disciplines, business leaders from some of the most innovative companies in the world, and Fast Company's own writers and editors. Entries are judged on the key ingredients of innovation: functionality, originality, beauty, sustainability, user insight, cultural impact, and business impact. Winners, finalists, and honorable mentions are featured online and in the October/November issue of Fast Company magazine, on newsstands October 20. To see the complete list, go to: https://www.fastcompany.com/innovation-by-design/2020.