Design Principles

Design Principles

Foundational principles that guide every design decision and ensure world-class user experiences

User-Focused
Every decision centers on user needs
Performance-Driven
Speed and efficiency in every interaction
Accessible
Inclusive design for all users

Core Design Principles

Six fundamental principles that guide all our design decisions

User-Centered Design

Every design decision should prioritize the user experience and accessibility

Implementation

  • Conduct thorough user research and testing
  • Design for diverse abilities and devices
  • Prioritize intuitive navigation and interactions
  • Validate designs with real users early and often

Practical Examples

  • User journey mapping
  • Accessibility audits
  • Usability testing sessions
  • Persona development

Performance First

Fast loading times and smooth interactions are non-negotiable

Implementation

  • Optimize images and assets for web delivery
  • Implement lazy loading and code splitting
  • Monitor Core Web Vitals continuously
  • Design with performance constraints in mind

Practical Examples

  • Progressive image loading
  • Critical CSS inlining
  • Bundle size optimization
  • CDN implementation

Accessibility by Design

Create inclusive experiences that work for everyone

Implementation

  • Follow WCAG 2.1 AA guidelines
  • Ensure proper color contrast ratios
  • Provide alternative text and descriptions
  • Support keyboard and screen reader navigation

Practical Examples

  • Color contrast checking
  • Keyboard navigation testing
  • Screen reader compatibility
  • Alternative input methods

Consistency & Cohesion

Maintain visual and functional harmony across all touchpoints

Implementation

  • Establish and maintain design systems
  • Use consistent spacing and typography
  • Apply uniform interaction patterns
  • Create reusable component libraries

Practical Examples

  • Component documentation
  • Style guide adherence
  • Pattern libraries
  • Design token systems

Emotional Connection

Build meaningful relationships between users and products

Implementation

  • Craft thoughtful micro-interactions
  • Use appropriate tone and personality
  • Design for emotional states and contexts
  • Create memorable brand experiences

Practical Examples

  • Animation and transitions
  • Brand voice guidelines
  • Emotional design patterns
  • User feedback systems

Scalable Architecture

Design systems that grow and adapt with business needs

Implementation

  • Plan for future feature additions
  • Create flexible component structures
  • Design with maintainability in mind
  • Establish clear design governance

Practical Examples

  • Modular design systems
  • Component versioning
  • Design documentation
  • Governance frameworks

Our Design Process

A systematic approach to creating exceptional user experiences

1

Discover

Research, understand, and define the problem space

Activities

  • User research
  • Stakeholder interviews
  • Competitive analysis
2

Define

Synthesize insights into clear design direction

Activities

  • Information architecture
  • User journey mapping
  • Feature prioritization
3

Design

Create and iterate on visual and interaction design

Activities

  • Wireframing
  • Prototyping
  • Visual design
4

Develop

Build and implement the designed experience

Activities

  • Component development
  • Responsive implementation
  • Performance optimization
5

Deploy

Launch and monitor the live experience

Activities

  • Deployment preparation
  • Launch coordination
  • Performance monitoring

Ready to Apply These Principles?

Explore our component library and style guides to see these principles in action