Pure Android studio

Install an app that stays on your phone

We build offline‑first Android apps in Kotlin and Jetpack Compose. No trackers, no advertising IDs, no hidden code after install.

  • Android native
  • Offline‑first
  • No ad IDs
Beacon Rise
Runs offlineZero trackersMaterial 3 UI
  • Android native
  • Kotlin
  • Jetpack Compose
  • Offline first
  • Accessible
  • Privacy built‑in

Our expertise

From concept to release we handle every Android detail, keeping the boring parts solid.

Native Android apps

Kotlin code from day one. Apps run smoothly on modest devices.

Compose UI

Declarative screens with Material 3, adaptive layouts and subtle motion.

Local data first

Room and DataStore store everything on‑device, so the app works without signal.

Battery care

We profile start‑up, jank and background work, then monitor Android Vitals.

Built‑in accessibility

TalkBack labels, high contrast and large‑text support are included from the start.

Long‑term support

Signed builds, staged Play rollouts and regular updates as Android evolves.

0trackers in our apps
100%of app data kept on the device
1platform we build for

Beacon Rise

Beacon Rise

Beacon Rise follows our formula: native, quick to open, and silent about your data.

  • Operates without network
  • Keeps data in local storage
  • Requests only required permissions
  • No accounts, ads, or analytics SDKs
  • Android
  • Offline‑first
  • No ad ID
  • Kotlin
Read the privacy policy

Our workflow

Four phases from first call to ongoing care. Each leaves you with something concrete.

  1. Discovery

    Define the problem, target users and strict privacy boundaries.

  2. Architecture

    Sketch screens, data flow and permissions before writing code.

  3. Build

    Compose UI, Kotlin logic and tests delivered in incremental builds.

  4. Release & care

    Staged Play rollout, monitoring, fixes and updates for new Android releases.

ScreenComposeReducerintent → stateUseCasedomain rulesDataRoom · files

One-way data flow: the interface observes state, and the repository owns the data.

Trusted toolbox

A lean set of tools that keeps the codebase maintainable.

Kotlin

Kotlin delivers concise, null‑safe code that's easy to review.

Coroutines & Flow

Coroutines & Flow manage background work without callback chaos.

Jetpack Compose

Jetpack Compose creates adaptive, declarative screens.

Room

Room provides a typed local database for offline storage.

WorkManager

WorkManager schedules reliable jobs within battery limits.

Hilt

Hilt injects dependencies, keeping modules testable.

Gradle CI/CD

Gradle CI/CD runs repeatable builds and checks on every change.

Play Console

Play Console handles staged rollouts and release metrics.

Our commitments

Four non‑negotiable rules for every project.

0trackers in our apps
0advertising IDs used
100%of app data kept on the device
1platform we build for

Zero tracking by design

We never add analytics, ad SDKs or fingerprinting.

On‑device by default

All data is processed and stored locally on the phone.

Battery discipline

Background work is treated as a cost and measured carefully.

Accessible interfaces

Screens work with TalkBack, large text and proper contrast.

Plain terms

What we do

What we never do

Build native Android apps in Kotlin
Sell or share personal data
Keep user data on the device
Add advertising IDs or tracking SDKs
Explain every permission clearly
Hide behavior behind vague policies
Support shipped features after release
Ship features nobody asked for

Questions, answered

Brief answers about our approach.

What does LAHOU do?

We design, build and maintain native Android apps focused on offline use and privacy.

Which platforms do you support?

Android only. We specialize deeply in this platform.

What do you do with user data?

Data stays on the device. No analytics, no ad SDKs, no data sales.

How can I contact you?

Email gualterioherve@gmail.com or use the contact form on this page.

Do you support apps after release?

Yes. We provide fixes, adapt to new Android versions and keep dependencies up to date.

Studio details

LAHOU is an Android development studio. Meet the team behind the apps.

Start a conversation

Tell us about your project. Your email client opens with a pre‑filled message.

gualterioherve@gmail.com

Privacy, in short

Our apps collect no personal data, use no advertising ID and include no third‑party trackers. Everything stays on your device. Read each app’s full policy below.

  • No personal data collected
  • No advertising ID
  • Delete the app, delete your data