Alto Design is an internationally recognized Montreal-based product design firm that collaborates closely with clients across sectors, emphasizes empathy and human-centric solutions, and showcases a long-standing leadership in industrial design with ongoing evolution, mentorship, and expansion of its leadership team to foster innovation. Key Points Alto Design positions itself as a leading international product design firm based in Montreal. The company emphasizes close collaboration with clients to create exceptional products across various sectors. Empathy and human-centric thinking guide their approach to delivering solutions that improve people’s lives. Founded in 1986 by Mario Gagnon, Alto Design has long been a leading industrial design firm in Quebec. In 2015, ownership was transferred to three key pillars, ensuring continuity and leadership continuity. New partners Mélody Sue Myette and Manuel Léveillé were appointed to sustain sustainability and forward-thinking leadership. The firm highlights testimonials from clients across industries, underscoring collaboration, speed, and impact. Alto Design operates from a 7,400 sq ft creative space in Technopôle Angus, Rosemont, with a full prototyping workshop and collaborative areas. The team structure includes notable leaders (Patrick Mainville, Richard Paré, Marc-André Coutu) and a broad team of experts across design, engineering, and operations. ALTO Lab depicts the company’s culture of experimentation, enabling exploration of new technologies within defined business criteria.