About us
An impact-led technology design studio
We design, develop, and deploy human-centered tech solutions that aim to improve peoples' lives, both independently and through collaboration with likeminded organizations.
Our Values
We build systems that work for people
We believe there's a reality in which technology and AI help humans lead better lives in an inclusive and sustainable way. Helpful Humans Studio exclusively designs, develops, and deploys products that fit this mission. All of our products are built in collaboration with our community of users, with the explicit purpose of improving their quality of life without harming others in the process.
Our Work
A growing ecosystem of products
Focus + Productivity
Outlier
A focus tool built for the ADHD brain. Designed to reduce overwhelm and build momentum — one task at a time.
Community + Spirituality
The Awakening Map
A community project connecting people and ideas through the shared journey of spiritual awakening.
Not for profit
Creative + Technology
Miusaia
An artist-first platform where AI-generated images are tied to real artists. Every creation belongs to someone.
Community + Economy
Villa
Infrastructure for chosen community. Building the tools that help people find each other and build together.
1,000+
Users across products
1
Product in beta testing
1
Product live & free
2
Products in the studio
Our Approach
Better systems create better outcomes
We design from first principles, always asking who gets left out when technology is built for the median user. The answer shapes everything.
- —We focus on building solutions to real problems
- —We believe in bottom-up innovation
- —We apply artificial intelligence in thoughtful, human-centered ways
- —We measure success in impact, not just revenue
Helpful Humans
We are a small team of builders, designers, and researchers who believe technology should be as thoughtful as the people who use it.
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Occasional updates on what we're building.
See what we're building
Follow along as we ship, learn, and grow three products from the ground up.
Start with Outlier →