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Digital studio · Worldwide

Light, precise digital products.

Hikari Builds is a small studio for websites, web apps, and SaaS products, designed with care, built to scale, shipped on time.

Building polished web experiences for founders and teams across 12+ countries.

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How we work

A calm, confident way to build.

From discovery to launch in four clear steps, weekly demos, tight scopes, and no surprises. These three principles guide every engagement.

Services

Designed and built by the same studio.

From a single landing page to a full SaaS, every engagement is led end-to-end with design and engineering under one roof.

Custom Websites

01

Marketing sites that load fast, read clearly, and convert quietly.

  • Responsive design systems
  • CMS-ready page architecture
  • Performance and accessibility polish

Outcome:

A site that converts the right visitors and feels unmistakably yours.

Web Applications

02

Complex tools that feel simple and stay dependable at scale.

  • Information architecture
  • Authenticated product flows
  • Backend and API integration

Outcome:

A reliable product foundation you can grow on for years.

SaaS Product

03

End-to-end product work from concept shaping to launch and iteration.

  • Strategy and roadmap thinking
  • Interface design and prototyping
  • Production-ready product builds

Outcome:

A SaaS that ships, scales, and stays sharp.

Landing Pages

04

Focused campaign pages built for launches, tests, and paid traffic.

  • Conversion-first layouts
  • Fast implementation cycles
  • Experiment-friendly structure

Outcome:

More qualified leads from the same traffic.

Brand for Digital

05

Identity systems that hold together across interfaces, decks, and launch assets.

  • Logo and mark design
  • Type and color system
  • Digital-first usage guidance

Outcome:

A coherent brand that scales across product and marketing.

Maintenance & Growth

06

Steady support that keeps your product sharp after launch.

  • Bug fixes and upkeep
  • Feature iteration support
  • Performance monitoring

Outcome:

Compounding gains in conversion, speed, and clarity.

What clients say

The best projects feel calm.

Clear thinking, steady execution, and a partner who cares about the details, not last-minute chaos or shortcuts.

★ 5.0 on Upwork · 2,800+ billable hours · Most clients rehire

Thomas was a great software partner to work with, learn from, and get an MVP developed we are currently testing. I am sure we will do more projects in the near future.

Working with Thomas on my project has been an incredible experience. He's not only timely and dependable, but genuinely invested in the project's success. He went the extra mile at every stage, offering thoughtful input, refining details others might overlook, and delivering work that reflects real pride and craftsmanship. The quality of his work speaks for itself, and thanks to his dedication, I was able to bring my vision for my project off the ground and into reality. Highly recommend.

Sujal made a real difference on our AI Discovery Widget, thoughtful architecture, clean implementation, and a builder experience our partners can actually use. The embeddable search, ingestion pipelines, and hybrid retrieval came together as a cohesive product, not a pile of parts. He communicates clearly, handles complexity well, and ships work we trust in production.

Working with Sujal has been a fantastic experience. He's highly reliable, quick to understand complex challenges, and consistently delivers thoughtful and well-structured solutions. His ability to navigate evolving tools and AI-driven workflows is outstanding, and he always brings a proactive mindset to our collaboration. Sujal not only contributed solid implementations, but also demonstrated a deep understanding of how to adapt to changing requirements and technologies. Communication was always clear and easy, and his positive energy made working together a real pleasure. I can fully recommend Sujal and hope to work with him again in the future.

Sujal took MyOfLink from concept to a production SaaS we could ship with confidence. He built the deep-linking system that finally made our links work inside Instagram and TikTok, paired it with analytics our users actually act on, and integrated Stripe billing without friction. Performance was a priority throughout, Lighthouse scores in the high 90s and a product that feels fast on every device. Clear communication, strong execution, and a collaboration we would gladly repeat.

Tom is an exceptional developer, as well as a genuinely kind and helpful person! He went above and beyond for my project, and delivered something of such quality and functionality, the like of which I never thought I would have. His knowledge, insight and ability to rapidly create and showcase both his and my ideas was what really made this project work. A lesser developer would not have given me the final product Tom has, and all in a matter of days. If you want a developer who communicates wonderfully and clearly, is helpful and kind, listens to their clients ideas and concerns, while giving experienced and insightful suggestions, who is extremely talented with next.js, React and javascript in general, I cannot recommend Tom highly enough! He will be my go-to developer on Upwork from now on. Thank you Tom!

I had the pleasure of working with Tom on a frontend migration project for my web app, and I couldn't be more satisfied with the results. He even did the due diligence of analyzing the website before our first call. He is an exceptional developer who demonstrated a high level of professionalism and responsiveness throughout the project. He not only delivered the work on time and with great attention to detail but also went above and beyond by suggesting valuable improvements to the website and to enhance user experience. Tom's expertise in Next.js, Framer and web development as a whole was evident in the quality of his work, and his proactive approach to problem-solving was a major asset. I am thoroughly impressed with his technical skills and his dedication to delivering an excellent job. I look forward to collaborating with Tom on future projects and highly recommend him to anyone in need of a top-notch developer.

As usual, Tom delivered another exceptional job. I had some payment processor issues which caused a halt in my business and Tom rectified it all. Even went out of his way to recommend and implement a more suitable option of integrating Stripe into my web application.

This guy is awesome. Very responsive, available and skilled. In reality, highly recommend. Will hire again.

I rehired Tom from a previous project to help add some new features and fix an issue in my web application and as usual he delivered an exceptional work in a timely manner. Would always recommend Tom for any web dev projects.

I had a great conversation with Sujal about automation tools and product development strategies. His insights on making workflows efficient and user-friendly were incredibly valuable. Sujal brought a balanced perspective on both technical and strategic aspects, especially around creating accessible tech solutions. I look forward to working together again!

FAQ

Quick answers.

Everything you need to know before getting started.

Most clients are founders, lean product teams, or established businesses that want their digital presence to feel sharper and perform better. The common thread is taste, clarity, and a low tolerance for fluff.

Yes. Strategy, design, and production-quality implementation are handled together so the final result stays coherent from first concept through launch.

Landing pages usually take 1 to 3 weeks. Websites often take 4 to 8 weeks. Larger web applications and SaaS work range from 8 to 20 weeks depending on scope and complexity.

Yes. Hikari works with teams across time zones and is comfortable with both synchronous and async collaboration rhythms.

We work through fixed-scope builds, ongoing retainers, and deeper product partnerships. The right structure depends on the amount of ambiguity, iteration, and ownership needed.

Start with a short call or send a concise brief through the contact page. We will review fit, clarify the scope, and recommend the cleanest next step.

Let's build

Ready to build something quietly excellent?

Tell us about your project. We'll come back within one business day with a clear path forward.