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Linkage Design recruits & employs an elite mix of degreed industrial designers & digital sculptors Linkage Design also provides Autodesk Alias & VRED Training.

Linkage is one of the leading providers of design resources with emphasis on providing these resources combined with the use of advanced digital design software solutions. Linkage Design recruits and employs an elite mix of degreed industrial designers and digital sculptors who work in our customer’s design studios, along-side your employees or in one of our three worldwide studios. Linkage Design resources work hard and smart by using the latest digital design tools like Autodesk Surface & Automotive, ICEM Surf, Photoshop, Maya and other digital tools. Linkage Design has offices in Detroit, Greensboro, NC and the UK.

11/05/2026

What is AI going to mean for the next generation of designers?

It’s not a replacement for creativity; it’s a supplement to the decision-making process.

This and more from Michael Check's conversation with James McLachlan on the Orange Couch at . The full interview is available on Car Design News's YouTube channel.

10/27/2026

Meet the Knightscope K7: a fully electric, AI-enabled, autonomous security robot. 🚨

Linkage’s design team provided Knightscope with concept development, Class-A surfacing, and visualization content. The final result is the K7, which will provide enhanced visibility and improve situational awareness for security teams.

Full case study here: https://linkage-d.com/case-study/k7/

10/21/2026

"Being a hot sketcher is no longer enough"

Michael Check recently sat down with Car Design News to talk about Detroit’s creative resurgence, the evolving requirements for automotive designers, and how AI can accelerate development while remaining creative.

Watch the video on CDN's Youtube Channel:

Speaking at Car Design Dialogues Detroit, Linkage president Michael...

10/09/2026

Our POV from Car Design Dialogues Detroit yesterday 👀

Thank you to Car Design News for putting together this insightful event.

10/01/2026

Immersive Visualization Uncovers Insights 💡

In addition to medical device design consulting and industrial design, Linkage offers visualization solutions through Mechdyne Corporation. Advanced visualization environments support surgical planning, medical imaging analysis, collaborative research, and data-rich decision-making. Our visualization solutions help teams explore information with greater depth, strengthen collaboration, and advance the work driving patient care and medical innovation.

Learn more about how Mechdyne and Linkage can support medical teams here: https://linkage-d.com/medical-device-design/

09/14/2026

Think outside the "boxy" designs 💡 We're bringing our experience from the aesthetically focused automotive industry to medical device design.

Aesthetically designed medical devices:

- Present a stronger story to investors and approval committees
- Increase consumer interest in medical wearables and at-home devices
- Make advanced technology feel approachable and intuitive
- Build a recognizable product and shape brand identity

Ready to move medical device design forward? Connect with us today.

09/01/2026

We’re excited to announce that Linkage Design is now an authorized partner and reseller of CAD as Code. Together, we’re helping teams accelerate innovation through programmable design, AI-enabled automation, and connected product data.

Learn more:

This partnership with CAD as Code, bringing AI-enabled design automation, faster workflows, and modern CAD solutions to manufacturers.

08/27/2026

We’re looking forward to the upcoming Car Design Dialogues Detroit 2026, taking place on October 8th.

This event features a new venue, an expanded all-day format, and brings together senior designers from global OEM studios for deeper conversations around the forces shaping the future of vehicle design.

We’re looking forward to connecting with everyone there.

08/12/2026

Have you checked out our free tools?

We've developed custom Blender add-ons tailored for the automotive industry. Created in-house with Python, these tools streamline workflows and empower designers to innovate with precision.

Learn more about these tools: https://linkage-d.com/case-study/blender-add-ons/

Blender add-ons tailored for the automotive industry. These tools streamline workflows and empower designers to innovate with precision.

07/30/2026

Looking to build your and skills? Now you can. At your own pace, from anywhere.

In addition to our traditional classroom-style group training, we are now offering individual online learning through our partnership with Eagle Point’s Pinnacle Series applied learning platform. This training platform allows learners to:

- Progress at your own pace with on-demand training content
- Receive insights that identify knowledge gaps and support continued growth
- Manage budget constraints through flexible subscription-style access
- Choose your preferred language (120 available)

Whether you’re a beginner or a professional looking to sharpen your skills, we can develop a training plan that helps you achieve your goals. Connect with our team today to get started.

Address

306 S Washington Avenue, Ste 221
Royal Oak, MI
48067

Website

http://www.linkage-d.com/

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