design principle

[dɪˈzaɪn ˈprɪnsəpəl]
nounpl: design principles
princípio de design
1. A fundamental rule or guideline that guides the design process and ensures consistency, functionality, and aesthetic quality in a product, system, or interface
One of the most important design principles is to keep the user interface simple and intuitive.
Um dos princípios de design mais importantes é manter a interface do usuário simples e intuitiva.
2. Core concepts such as balance, contrast, emphasis, movement, pattern, repetition, proportion, unity, and variety that form the foundation of effective design
The designer applied the design principle of contrast to make the call-to-action button stand out.
O designer aplicou o princípio de design de contraste para destacar o botão de chamada à ação.
3. A philosophical approach or methodology that informs decision-making throughout the creative and technical development process
Apple's design principle of minimalism has become iconic in the tech industry.
O princípio de design de minimalismo da Apple se tornou icônico na indústria de tecnologia.
Design principles are fundamental concepts in American and Brazilian creative industries, particularly in tech startups, UX/UI design, and graphic design. In Brazil, the term 'princípio de design' is widely adopted in contemporary design discourse, though literal translations like 'princípio de projeto' may be used in more traditional engineering contexts. In the USA, design principles have become essential vocabulary in Silicon Valley and creative agencies, influencing how products are developed and marketed globally.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
design ruledesign guidelinefundamental principledesign tenetdesign concept
Antonyms / Antônimos
design flawarbitrary choicehaphazard approach

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
princípio de design
Most common usage; widely understood in creative and tech communities
Brazil
princípio de projeto
Alternative formal term; more common in engineering and architecture contexts
São Paulo
princípio de design
Predominant in tech and creative hubs; English term often used directly
Portugal
princípio de conceção/design
Uses 'conceção' more frequently than 'projeto'; follows European Portuguese conventions

Related Words

user experienceaestheticfunctionalitylayouttypographycolor theoryuser interfacevisual hierarchy

Related Idioms & Phrases

stick to design principles
follow design principles religiously
violate design principles
based on solid design principles
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