design cohesion
[/dɪˈzaɪn koʊˈhiːʒən/]
nounpl: design cohesions
coesão de design
1. The degree to which elements of a design work together harmoniously and form a unified whole, with consistent visual language, principles, and messaging throughout
The website's design cohesion was evident in the unified color palette and typography across all pages.
A coesão de design do site era evidente na paleta de cores unificada e tipografia consistente em todas as páginas.
2. In software engineering and architecture, the measure of how closely related functions and components within a design are bound together
Improving design cohesion in the application reduced dependencies and made the codebase easier to maintain.
Melhorar a coesão de design na aplicação reduziu dependências e facilitou a manutenção do código.
3. The logical and structural consistency of design decisions and their relationship to overall project goals and user experience
Strong design cohesion ensures that every visual element serves a purpose and aligns with the brand identity.
Forte coesão de design garante que cada elemento visual tenha um propósito e se alinhe com a identidade da marca.
This term is widely used in the tech, UX/UI design, and creative industries in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazil, it's becoming increasingly important in the growing startup and digital design communities. The concept reflects modern design philosophy that emphasizes consistency and user-centered approaches, particularly in the context of digital products and corporate branding strategies.
Related Idioms & Phrases
keeping the design together
maintaining visual cohesion
tying the design elements together
design hanging together
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