Laying the Foundations: A book about design systems By Andrew Couldwell, Meagan Fisher Couldwell (editor)
2019 | 268 Pages | ISBN: 0578540037 | PDF | 65 MB
Laying the Foundations is a comprehensive guide to creating design systems, digital brand guidelines, and how to design systematically. It's an ideal book about web design and product design for designers (of all levels) and design teams.Learn more about the book at: designsystemfoundations.comThis is real talk about creating design systems and digital brand guidelines. No jargon, no glossing over the hard realities, and no company hat. Just good advice, experience, and practical tips.System design is not a scary thing -- this book aims to dispel that myth. It covers what design systems are, why they are important, and how to get stakeholder buy-in to create one. It introduces you to a simple model, and two very different approaches to creating a design system. What's unique about this book is its focus on the importance of brand in design systems and creating documentation. It's a comprehensive guide that's simple to follow and easy on the eye.