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Figma
Design System for Product
A comprehensive design system crafted to ensure consistency, scalability, and efficiency across product design. This system serves as the single source of truth for design and development teams, bridging the gap between vision and execution.
The Challenge
Creating a cohesive digital product requires more than individual components - it demands a unified language that scales. Without a centralized design system, teams face inconsistent UI patterns, duplicated efforts, and miscommunication between designers and developers.
Key Problems Identified:
1
Design Inefficiency
Designers were spending 40% of their time recreating existing components and maintaining multiple versions of similar elements across different files.
2
Development Bottlenecks
Engineering teams reported 15-20 hours per sprint clarifying design specs and fixing inconsistencies, delaying feature releases by an average of 3-5 days.
3
Inconsistent User Experience
Audit revealed 47 different button styles, 23 color variations beyond brand palette, and 8 different spacing systems being used across the product.
4
Accessibility Gaps
Only 34% of interactive components met WCAG AA standards, creating potential barriers for users with disabilities and compliance risks.
Design Philosophy
This design system was built on three core principles:
Consistency
Every component follows established patterns, ensuring users encounter familiar interactions throughout their journey.
Scalability
The system grows with the product, accommodating new features without breaking existing patterns.
Accessibility
Designed with WCAG standards in mind, ensuring inclusive experiences for all users.
Foundation Elements
A modular, role-driven enterprise dashboard that unifies data, tasks, and governance - with zero friction.
1.) Iconography
Essential icons designed in multiple styles to suit different contexts and visual weights. Each icon maintains clarity at various sizes and follows a consistent grid system.
Formats Included:
Outlined icons for lightweight, minimal interfaces
Filled icons for emphasis and selected states
Linear icons for modern, clean aesthetics
The icon library provides visual consistency while allowing flexibility in expression based on context and hierarchy needs.
2.) Grids & Layouts
A flexible grid system forms the backbone of every interface, ensuring proper alignment, visual balance, and responsive behavior across all screen sizes.
Key Features:
Desktop, tablet, and mobile grid specifications
Consistent spacing scales (8px base unit)
Responsive breakpoints for seamless adaptation
Column-based structure for predictable layouts
This systematic approach eliminates guesswork and accelerates the design process while maintaining structural integrity.
3.) Shadows & Effects
Standardized elevation styles create clear visual hierarchy and depth perception throughout the interface. Each shadow level corresponds to specific UI layers and interaction states.
Shadow Applications:
Cards and containers at rest
Elevated states for dropdowns and modals
Interactive elements on hover
Focused components for accessibility
Shadows are optimized for both light backgrounds and colored surfaces, maintaining consistency across themes.
4.) Color System
A unified color palette built on semantic meaning and accessibility principles. The system includes primary, secondary, and tertiary colors, plus functional colors for states and feedback.
Color Categories:
Main Colors: Brand identity foundation
Primary Lavender: Primary actions and brand moments
Secondary Purple: Supporting elements and accents
Tertiary Royal Blue: Alternative emphasis points
Functional Colors: Info, Success, Warning, Error states
Grey Scale: Text hierarchy and neutral elements
Each color passes WCAG AA standards for contrast, ensuring readability and accessibility across all combinations.
5.) Typography
A robust typographic system that establishes clear content hierarchy and enhances readability. The system specifies when to use each style, eliminating ambiguity.
Type Scale:
Headings for content structure
Body text variants for different contexts
Captions and labels for supporting information
Button and UI text specifications
Consistent typography creates rhythm and guides users through content naturally.
Interactive Components
A modular, role-driven enterprise dashboard that unifies data, tasks, and governance - with zero friction.
6.) Button Components
Comprehensive button variants covering every use case and interaction state. Each button type communicates its importance through visual hierarchy.
Button States:
Default, hover, active, disabled, and loading states
Primary, secondary, and tertiary hierarchy
Size variants (small, medium, large)
Icon-only and icon-text combinations
Clear visual feedback ensures users always understand interactive possibilities.
7.) Form Controls
Core interactive elements with consistent sizing, states, and accessibility behaviors. These components form the foundation of user input across the product.
Components Included:
Toggle switches: Binary on/off states
Checkboxes: Multi-selection options
Radio buttons: Single-selection choices
Tags: Categorical labeling and filtering
Toasts: Temporary notifications
Avatars: User representation
Steppers: Progress indication (vertical/horizontal)
Every control provides clear visual feedback and keyboard navigation support.
8.) Table Components
Sophisticated data presentation components designed for complex information display and manipulation.
Key Features:
Table headers with sorting capabilities
Primary CTAs integrated into data rows
Pagination controls for large datasets
Empty states with clear guidance
Loading states for async data
Tables balance information density with usability, making data digestible and actionable.
9.) Input Components
A complete set of input fields and dropdowns with unified behavior and comprehensive state management.
Input Types:
Standard input fields: Single-line text entry
Text areas: Multi-line content
Search fields: With integrated icons and clear actions
Dropdowns: Single and multi-select variants with keyboard navigation
Password fields: With visibility toggle (labeled/unlabeled)
Number inputs: With increment/decrement controls (labeled/unlabeled)
Interaction States:
Default, focused, filled, disabled, error, and success states
Contextual help text and validation messages
Accessible labels and ARIA attributes
10.) File Upload Modal
A streamlined file upload experience that makes complex operations feel simple and intuitive.
Features:
Drag-and-drop functionality
File preview before upload
Progress indicators with percentage
Error handling and validation feedback
Multiple file support
File type restrictions and size limits
Clear visual feedback keeps users informed throughout the upload process.
Impact & Results
The implementation of this design system delivered measurable improvements across design, development, and business metrics within the first six months.
Design Efficiency Gains
Development Acceleration
Team & Collaboration
Business Impact
2.3x faster time-to-market: New feature releases accelerated from 6 weeks to 2.5 weeks average, improving competitive positioning.
$180K annual cost savings: Reduced design and development rework translated to approximately $15K monthly in recovered productivity.
28% improvement in user task completion: Consistent UI patterns and improved accessibility led to measurable increases in user success rates.
100% WCAG AA compliance: All components now meet accessibility standards, reducing legal risk and expanding addressable market.
Streamline repetitive tasks & Keep your business running on autopilot.
Key Takeaways
Building a design system is not just about creating components—it's about establishing a shared language that empowers teams to build better products faster.
Lessons Learned:
Start with foundations before jumping to components
Documentation is as important as the designs themselves
Regular iteration based on real-world usage is essential
Cross-functional collaboration leads to better outcomes
This design system continues to evolve, serving as a living document that grows with our product and user needs.