Daniel Ballou

Daniel Ballou is an accomplished industrial designer known for founding dashdot, a creative studio specializing in innovative product and brand development. With a focus on merging style, utility, and ingenuity, Daniel and his team at dashdot strive to bring big ideas to life.

Having studied Industrial Design at California State University-Long Beach, Daniel Ballou has a strong academic foundation that complements his practical experience in the field.

Before establishing dashdot in 2007, Daniel held key roles in renowned organizations such as ID Group, Altitude Inc., and Lum Design, where his skills and expertise in industrial design were honed.

As the Founder and Principal Designer at dashdot, Daniel Ballou oversees the studio's operations, ensuring the delivery of progressive conceptualization, industrial design, and manufacturing support to clients across various lifestyle-relevant industries.

Daniel Ballou's approach to design is characterized by a blend of cultural sensitivity towards objects and a deep technical understanding, allowing dashdot to create products that not only serve a functional purpose but also contribute to brand-building and leave a lasting impression.