Design System
Starting at
$
100
/hrAbout this service
Summary
FAQs
What is a design system, and why does my company need one?
A design system is a centralized set of UI components, design tokens, and guidelines that ensure consistency across digital products. It speeds up design and development, improves collaboration, and maintains a unified user experience. If your team struggles with inconsistencies, slow design-to-development workflows, or scalability issues, a design system is the solution.
How do you ensure a smooth handoff between design and development?
I work closely with developers to ensure Figma components align with frontend code. This includes: Using design tokens for colors, typography, and spacing that can be directly mapped to CSS/JS variables. Implementing Figma’s latest features (variables, auto layout, component properties) for structured and scalable designs. Providing detailed documentation and code-ready assets to minimize rework.
Can you integrate a design system into our existing product?
Yes! Whether you’re starting from scratch or refining an existing system, I ensure a seamless integration. This includes: Auditing your current UI and identifying gaps. Creating a phased rollout strategy to implement components without disrupting development. Ensuring backward compatibility with existing designs and codebases.
How do you ensure accessibility in the design system?
I follow WCAG accessibility standards to make sure all components are usable for everyone. This includes: Color contrast compliance for readability. Keyboard navigability for users who rely on assistive technology. ARIA attributes and semantic HTML recommendations for developers.
How long does it take to build a design system?
Timelines depend on the complexity of your product and team needs. A minimum viable design system (MVP) with core components can be set up in 4–8 weeks, while a fully documented and scalable system may take 3–6 months. I work in agile phases, so your team can start using key elements early in the process.
What's included
End-to-End Design System Development
Component Libraries – Scalable and reusable components in Figma, aligned with frontend frameworks. /// Tokens & Variables – Structured design tokens (color, spacing, typography, etc.) for seamless development handoff. /// Documentation & Guidelines – Clear documentation for adoption and usability.
Implementation & Developer Collaboration
Figma to Code Workflow – Working closely with engineers to ensure design tokens and components translate seamlessly into code. /// Design Tokens Integration – Support for tools like Style Dictionary, Tailwind, or CSS variables. /// Prototyping & Testing – Interactive prototypes and usability testing for real-world validation.
Optimized for Figma’s Latest Features
Variables & Modes – Leveraging Figma’s new variables for efficient theming and multi-brand support. /// Auto Layout & Component Properties – Streamlined, flexible components for rapid iteration. /// Advanced Prototyping – Creating realistic interactions to bridge the gap between static designs and coded implementations.
Accessibility & Scalability
WCAG Compliance – Ensuring accessibility best practices in colors, typography, and UI components. /// Scalability – Building systems that grow with the product and team.
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