About our studio
Software that flows with you.
Flumen Labs is an independent, remote-first studio working across the European Economic Area. We build calm, trauma-informed, accessibility-first digital tools — designed for the days when technology feels like too much.
The river metaphor
Flumen is Latin for river. In nature, water doesn't collide violently with rocks or demand that the landscape reshape itself; it adapts, curves, and patiently carves a path through resistance.
We believe good software should behave the same way. When people are navigating trauma, cognitive fatigue, neurodivergence, or sensory overload, systems should not shame, scold, or demand heroic effort. They should be calm, predictable, and supportive — moving from upstream intention all the way down to everyday use.
Three disciplines, one foundation
Cognitive Science
Understanding the biological substrate of perception, attention, memory, and executive function. We design systems that respect working-memory limits rather than overloading them.
Cognitive Ergonomics
Engineering interfaces to minimize friction, cognitive debt, and mental fatigue. Building non-punitive feedback loops where missed tasks are simply unticked boxes, never reasons for guilt.
Interaction Design
Crafting tactile, considerate, and thoroughly accessible interfaces. Every component is grounded in WCAG 2.2 AA and EN 301 549 standards with keyboard operability and visible focus by default.
The Team
We are Dorian, Liina, and Ludwig. We work remotely across Europe, bringing cognitive science, cognitive ergonomics, and interaction design to every project. Each one is authored, reviewed, and cared for directly by us.