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Bakken & Bæck

Technology-driven design studio

Bakken & Bæck logo
21-100 employees
  • B2B
  • Cryptocurrency
  • Sustainability
  • Productivity
  • Machine Learning
  • Biotechnology
Grünerløkka, Oslo, Oslo

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Company mission

To bring any idea to life — no matter the complexity.

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Bakken & Bæck is a technology-driven design studio, the company collaborates with founders and companies to create innovative digital products and ventures. Founded in 2011, the company’s expertise spans everything from concept work and product design to prototyping, including machine learning and blockchain technology.

The company boasts to be unique in its ability to help large companies act like agile startups and provide startups with the necessary tools to launch and grow. Notable projects include shaping future homes with IKEA and developing decentralised platforms with Coinbase.

Achievements include investing in Mycela, a biotech startup creating sustainable materials from mycelium, and launching "Seen," a digital platform exploring race, ethnicity, and creative careers. Looking ahead, the company plans to scale up mycelium material production and continue driving innovation in digital product development.

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Benefits

  • Independence — BB is an independently-owned studio. We have the freedom to orient towards the projects we believe in, create a culture that is driven by people with small egos and huge hearts, and invest in long-term relationships with partners whose ambitions match our own
  • Autonomy — Our culture is built on autonomy, responsibility and mutual trust. Instead of being prescribed a way to do things, we have the freedom to explore and develop our own methods and approaches, and to learn by doing
  • Flexibility — We all have different needs when it comes to how we work. We are flexible on working hours, open to workations, and can provide opportunities to relocate to one of our other offices, as long as it doesn't hinder our projects and our team’s progress
  • Continuous Learning — We want to invest in your growth. You will receive an annual allowance to invest in a course, class or conference — whatever you need to stay inspired and learn new things
  • Doing things together — Collaboration lies at the core of our culture. Whether through trips or team dinners, we prioritise bonding experiences across offices when we can, fostering camaraderie and creativity
  • Our offices — We have invested in creating welcoming spaces that provide our teams with what they need. Beyond the day-to-day, we use our offices to host team events, talks and parties

Leadership

Tobias Baeck

(CEO & Co-founder)

Also Co-founded Orbit Systems AS, Wake Inc. and Piñatabutikken.no AS.

Johan Bakken

(Co-founder)

Also a Partner at Dovetail and previously Co-founded Orbit Systems AS.