We Build Apps
That Matter.
Boutique app development & technology consulting from Chicago. We combine 20+ years of tech expertise with AI-augmented development to create exceptional digital experiences.
Our Services
From concept to launch, we handle every aspect of building exceptional digital products.
Mobile App Development
Native and cross-platform mobile experiences built with modern frameworks. From concept to App Store.
Web Applications
Full-stack web applications with stunning interfaces and robust backends. Built to scale.
AI-Powered Solutions
Intelligent features that transform user experiences. We integrate AI where it creates real value.
Technology Consulting
Strategic guidance for your tech decisions. Architecture, stack selection, and digital transformation.
Selected Work
We don't just build for clients — we build our own apps too. Here's what's in the lab.
KGAY Travel
Travel & Hospitality
BetweenActs
Entertainment
Ahoy
Travel & Lifestyle
More Coming
Various
Our Approach
We're a lean, AI-augmented studio that moves fast and builds right. No bloated teams, no wasted cycles.
AI-Augmented Development
We leverage cutting-edge AI tools throughout our development process — from ideation to deployment. This isn't about replacing human creativity; it's about amplifying it.
Modern Stack, No Compromises
React Native, Next.js, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, and cloud-native architecture. We use the tools that let us build fast without sacrificing quality.
Founder-Led, Every Project
No account managers, no layers of bureaucracy. You work directly with the founder and a lean, expert team that cares deeply about the outcome.
Built to Last
Clean architecture, comprehensive testing, and documentation that actually helps. We build products that your team can maintain and evolve.
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“Technology should solve real problems for real people. That's what drives everything we build.”
Bryan Hearn
Founder & Principal
With over 20 years navigating the intersection of technology and business, Bryan brings a rare breadth of experience to every project. From managing enterprise IT infrastructure in hospitality to building recruiting technology platforms, his journey has always centered on one thing: using technology to solve real problems for real people.
BRYght Ideas is the culmination of that journey — a studio where deep technical knowledge meets creative vision, augmented by the latest in AI-powered development.
Ready to shine?
Whether you need a custom app, technology guidance, or want to explore what's possible with AI — we'd love to hear from you.
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