Why I Launched Formhive — and What It Really Means?

When we see a finished product, we rarely think about the countless hours, effort, and resources invested to get it just right. A great product is like a puzzle — every piece matters.

One of those critical pieces is materials. Sometimes it’s the surface finish that defines a product’s appeal — the texture you feel when you touch it, the colour consistency across production runs, or how it performs during testing. But that’s just one example. The same attention to detail applies to coatings, composites, metals, polymers, and other elements that determine both how a product looks and how it performs.

The Gap I Saw

From working in Materials Design Studio and Testing Labs, I’ve seen the same pattern:

• Startups and SMEs are full of ideas but often lack access to the right technical guidance and testing insights.

• Large companies have innovation teams but are overloaded, leaving little time for deep, early-stage material research.

Too often, material choices are made late in the process, which can lead to design compromises, production delays, or expensive rework.

Why Formhive Exists?

Formhive was created to be a material intelligence and innovation partner.

We help teams:

• Select the right materials early — based on aesthetics, performance, and application needs.

• Collaborate with suppliers and labs to verify properties and ensure consistency.

• Integrate material research and testing into the design phase, rather than leaving it for last.

By combining human expertise, real-world testing experience, and research-driven insights, we help clients avoid the trial-and-error trap — enabling faster, more confident decision-making.

Innovation Through Materials

We believe that innovation doesn’t just happen in design studios or R&D labs — it happens at the point where creative vision meets material science.

That’s why Formhive works closely with designers, engineers, and innovators to explore new material possibilities, experiment with cutting-edge finishes, and push products beyond standard performance expectations.

The Value We Bring

We cut through the noise, filter out the irrelevant options, and focus on materials that will truly support your product vision. Whether it’s:

• A designer seeking unique surface finishes,

• An automotive startup needing lightweight but strong composites, or

• A construction innovator testing next-gen coatings,

…Formhive gives you the knowledge, network, and tools to turn ideas into market-ready products.

If you’re building something worth perfecting, let’s talk.

Formhive ensures your materials are not the weakest link — but the foundation of your product’s success.

- Mrunal Barad,

Founder, Formhive