Unleashing Imagination,
Crafting Innovation
We are a small but mighty product design, engineering, and branding studio in Cleveland, Ohio.
What is a Cardboard Helicopter?
“As a child, I always used my imagination to create things like helicopters, castles and rocketships using empty cardboard boxes. I truly believed that I could actually take off and fly. Our name is a reminder that even as adults, we can still dream big and have that same limitless imagination if we strive to unlock it."
- Tim Hayes
Co-Founder and Lead Designer
Our Services
Concept Ideation & Industrial Design
3D CAD, Engineering, Design-For-Manufacturing, Prototyping
Branding & Packaging Design
Case Studies
Nerf Sports / Franklin Partnership
Over the past four years, we’ve created a wide range of sports toys for NERF and Franklin Sports, driving significant success and setting the stage for continued growth and innovation.
Tempo Walk
An innovative and cutting-edge autonomous golf caddie. We guided this project from initial industrial design sketches to the final stages of 3D CAD and engineering, ensuring a seamless transition from concept to manufacturing.
Lowcountry Littles
We designed the Palmetto Pouch from sketch to production for Lowcountry Littles, a company celebrating the low country lifestyle. This exciting new product, enhanced by our branding efforts, truly embodies the essence of the region and vibrantly brings it to life.
Stethoscover Medical Device
The Stethoscover is a pioneering solution designed to enhance stethoscope hygiene and patient safety. Its tap-n-go feature allows for easy, touchless application, significantly reducing cross-contamination and ensuring a cleaner, safer environment for patients.
Primos Hunting / Edge Hunting Tripod
Primos Hunting challenged us to design a bold, lightweight, and affordable shooting accessory. The result is the Edge Shooting Stick—a versatile, durable tripod with a 360-degree panning gun clamp and angle adjustment.
Fridababy / Flakefixer
Flake Fixer is a highly-rated, top-selling solution for cradle cap, affecting 70% of babies. This effective 3-step system—LATHER with sponge, LOOSEN with brush, and LIFT with comb—ensures a gentle, flake-free experience, providing the best care for your baby.
From Sketch To Shelf
We transform your ideas into market-ready products, guiding you from initial sketch to a manufacturable design equipped for store shelves.
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Client Testimonials
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"Cardboard Helicopter is my go-to resource for Industrial design and conceptual development. Their team far exceeds my expectations in all areas. I have been working with designers and engineers for over 20 years and I hold an Industrial Design degree myself. These guys are legit!"
Seth Hochberg
Director, Franklin Sports -
"The folks from CH were great to work with. They combine a unique blend of creativity, artistic ability, and innovation. Their work helped us create an industry shocking design for our new Tempo Walk product which increased sales from the start. If you are looking for an eye-catching new look you can't go wrong with CH!"
Timothy Doane CEO Lemmings/Tempo Walk
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"Cardboard Helicopter was awesome to work with. They were professional, results oriented and kept us informed throughout the project. The team was very responsive with next iterations. They delivered on time and within budget."
Dave Mehrbrodt
VP Business Development, American Lawn Mower Company
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Get in Touch
Are you ready to embark on a design journey with us? Share your details and let the creative process begin. We look forward to collaborating with you!