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Human centered design
We are a human centered design studio dedicated to crafting market leading product solutions and experiences 
Team

Founded in 2008, Lexicon Design is a collaborative team of designers, engineers, and makers with expertise in product design, engineering, service design, brand identity, user experience, graphic design and packaging. We work closely with our clients to transform big ideas into rewarding product experiences and manufacturable solutions that contribute to the success of their business.

Having been in practice for over 25 years, Josh has experience developing all types of products with specialties in soft goods and wearables. Josh loves being a dad to his 6 year old son and driving or repairing his '58 Austin-Healey Sprite.

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Josh Lederer

Principal

Having been in practice for over 25 years, Josh has experience developing all types of products for the consumer, medical and industrial markets. Josh also has expertise in soft goods and wearables. Josh loves being a dad and driving or repairing his '58 Austin-Healey Sprite.

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Justin Cole

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Justin is a mechanical engineer with 12 years of experience working in the field.  He has worked on many projects ranging from self-installing infant car seats to 3d scanners to large construction robotics. Out of the studio he enjoys spending time with his wife and two boys, either playing in the back yard or working on the next home improvement project.

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Joe McCarry

Senior Industrial Designer

Joe is an Industrial Designer with experience in several fields from housewares to military communication equipment. He enjoys solving problems and making the ordinary, extraordinary. While away from the office, you will find him behind a drum kit or hanging out with his dog, Ernie.

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Eli Marks

Mechanical Engineer

Eli is a mechanical engineer and University of Pittsburgh grad who is fascinated by the intersection between function and art. Outside of the office, Eli loves to tinker with his 3D printer, cheer on his hometown Reds and Bengals, and air-guitar to 70's rock records.

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Audrey Clarke

Staff Industrial Designer

Audrey is an object-maker and a creative problem solver who loves learning new things. In her free time she likes exploring the outdoors, trying new recipes, and reading. 

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Elizabeth Karnes

Mechanical Engineer Coop

Elizabeth is a mechanical engineering student at the University of Pittsburgh who loves to infuse creativity into math and engineering principles. In her free time, she likes to go to the gym, sew, and try new foods.

Select Clients

Since 2008, our team has collaborated with and built lasting relationships with a wide range of clients from entrepreneurs and startups to Fortune 500 companies.​ 

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Markets Served

Our team is experienced and specializes in each of these markets and have completed and launched successful products in each space.  We've dealt with the specific challenges that each of these carry, and know how to get your product to production.

Soft Goods
Consumer Electronics
Robotics
Medical Devices
Wearable Technology
Packaging
Industrial Safety
Industrial IoT
Sporting Goods
Outdoor Retail
Construction Tools
Housewares
Commercial Products
Travel Goods
Pet Products
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