At Perception, we’re a design house trusted by the world’s leading storytellers and innovators. We live at the intersection of science fiction and science fact— where our cinematic work informs our technology design, and our technology expertise fuels our storytelling on screen. It’s a continuous cycle of imagination and innovation. Our hybrid reel showcases both sides of our identity, cinematic design and real-world technology, merged into one vision of the future. Got a new idea or challenge we can help bring to life? Let’s talk. We’d love to collaborate. #Design #Film #Technology #SciFiThinking #Perception

Happy New Year from Perception!

We’re pleased to be featured in @beforesmag Issue #46 - Predator: Badlands! Perception contributed over 100 VFX shots to the film, crafting immersive, particle-driven Predator technology and clean, utilitarian Weyland-Yutani interfaces. Predator graphics were designed to feel organic and constantly evolving, with shifting particles forming planets, creatures, and information—giving the holograms a sense of life and alien sophistication. In contrast, Weyland-Yutani graphics were clear and efficient in their delivery, with occasional glitches reflecting corrupted data, creating a striking visual clash between the two technology systems. Our work spans key sequences, from holographic spaceship displays to lab interfaces, creating dynamic visuals that enhance the storytelling and bring the film’s advanced technology to life. Grab your digital copy here: patreon.com/posts/issue-46-d… Huge thanks to @ianfailes and everyone involved in building the world of Predator: Badlands.

Detroit’s own crime-fighter has officially taken his place in the Motor City. After nearly 15 years of effort and fan support, an 11-foot, 3,500-pound bronze RoboCop statue now stands in Eastern Market — a tribute to one of cinema’s most enduring characters. Stories like this, where imagination and cultural legacy meet, always resonate with us. Our team had the opportunity to design the futuristic tech and in-film interfaces for the RoboCop reboot, helping visualize Detroit 2028 with HUDs, large-screen graphics, and broadcast elements. A fun reminder of how film design can influence how we think about cities, technology, and heroes. Explore our RoboCop case study here: →experienceperception.com/wor…

What inspires the next era of FUI? A quick moment from our anniversary livestream, where Perception’s co-founders share how they approach inspiration and think about the future of FUI. Watch the full conversation on our channel: youtube.com/watch?v=H8iSvMbC…

So exciting to see Ryan Coogler's vampire horror film Sinners earn seven Golden Globe nominations. The Perception team is incredibly grateful to have played a small role by bringing its powerful opening moments to life. Inside Sinners Prologue Sequence: experienceperception.com/wor…

We’re live today at 1 PM ET! Join us as we look back on 24 years of Perception. 🔗 youtube.com/watch?v=H8iSvMbC…

24 hours until 24 years! Tune in tomorrow as Perception Co-Founders reflect on the journey, the work, and the memories that shaped Perception in a Live Q&A. Questions are welcome! If there’s something you’re curious about, send it to us on socials before the stream. 📅 Wednesday, 12/3 at 1 PM ET youtube.com/watch?v=H8iSvMbC…

📢 Happening this Wednesday! Join Perception Co-Founders Jeremy Lasky and Danny Gonzalez for an insightful Q&A reflecting on 24 years of Perception. When: Wednesday, 12/3 at 1:00 PM ET Hear about the vision, growth, and experiences that shaped the design house over the years. To share questions ahead of time, please feel free to send us a message on LinkedIn! See you there: youtube.com/watch?v=H8iSvMbC…

Explore Perception’s Top 10 most-watched titles on YouTube, featuring our most popular title design work for fan-favorite Marvel movies. See what resonated most with audiences and maybe rediscover a standout you missed. WATCH: youtube.com/watch?v=Emtr02Xu… #Top10Titles #FanFavorites #Perception #TitleDesign

We’re proud to celebrate 24 years of Perception — a journey filled with so much creativity, collaboration, and world-building. To mark the milestone, Co-Founders Jeremy Lasky and Danny Gonzalez will host a livestream on Wednesday, December 3rd, sharing favorite projects, behind-the-scenes insights, special memories, and what the Perception team has learned over the years. Check out some of our favorite highlights that brought us here.

We’re thrilled and deeply honored that our work on the prologue sequence for Sinners will soon be on display at the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center. The sequence demanded an intimate, handcrafted approach—reflecting the gritty 1930s world of the film. Drawing on extensive historical and cultural research, we collaborated with linocut illustrator Mike Black (Blockforest) to explore real textures and materials, which we then translated into a fully digital sequence that captures the tactile, grounded feel of the world of Sinners. #Sinners @iamRuthECarter @FreedomCenter

The ultimate hunt. Predator: Badlands is the #1 movie in the world. Experience the film in theaters and IMAX. Get tickets now: Fandango.com/PredatorBadland…

The hunt is on — Predator: Badlands is in theaters everywhere today! Our team at Perception crafted 100 VFX shots, from living, particle-driven Predator tech to sleek, utilitarian Weyland-Yutani interfaces. Proud to help bring this universe to life and huge thanks to everyone who made it happen. Catch it on the big screen! #PredatorBadlands #VFX #FUI

We're so excited for audiences to experience this epic film—especially the sea of VFX shots we crafted—on the big screen in just three days! Get your tickets now🎟️ #PredatorBadlands @20thcentury

The countdown is on— Predator: Badlands hits theaters in one week! Don’t miss the chance to see all our work come to life on the big screen.

Carter’s work expands what design can do for storytelling. It doesn’t just create looks; it builds worlds. Her ability to merge narrative, identity, and bold visuals continues to influence creators across disciplines, from film and fashion to technology and design. #PerceptionSpotlight #RuthECarter #VisionaryDesign #WorldbuildingThroughDesign

Her process combines historical study with imaginative reinvention, melding traditional craftsmanship and Afrofuturist aesthetics to create worlds that feel both grounded and forward-looking. In Black Panther and Wakanda Forever, she reimagined African heritage through a futuristic lens, creating costumes that became symbols of pride, resilience, and possibility. Her devotion to retraining the eye to see beauty through costume design and telling stories that enrich the humanity of the Black experience cements her legacy as a preeminent voice and expert on period genres and Afro aesthetics.

| Perception Spotlight 🔦 | This month, we’re shining a light on Ruth E. Carter, the Academy Award–winning costume designer whose visionary work has helped define how identity and storytelling are represented on screen. Across a career spanning more than three decades, Carter has crafted deeply researched, character-driven designs for films like Malcolm X, Selma, Amistad, and Black Panther.

#Work If you look closely, each credit in the Fantastic Four: First Steps title sequence is paired with personalized visuals that celebrate the people behind the film— from Louis D’Esposito’s Bronx roots, to Ryan Meinerding’s original artwork, to Kasra Farahani’s retro-futuristic set designs that reimagine the 1960s through a modern lens. Learn more about the sequence in our full case study: experienceperception.com/wor…