essentialist design
[ɪˈsenʃəlɪst dɪˈzaɪn]
nounpl: essentialist designs
design essencialista
1. A design philosophy that focuses on reducing products or interfaces to their most fundamental elements and purposes, eliminating unnecessary features, decoration, or complexity
The app's essentialist design makes it easy for users to navigate without distracting elements.
O design essencialista do aplicativo facilita a navegação dos usuários sem elementos distraidores.
2. An approach to design that prioritizes functionality and clarity over aesthetic ornamentation, emphasizing 'less is more'
Apple's products are known for their essentialist design philosophy.
Os produtos da Apple são conhecidos pela sua filosofia de design essencialista.
3. A design methodology based on identifying and retaining only the essential features required to achieve a product's core function
Essentialist design principles helped reduce the software's loading time significantly.
Os princípios do design essencialista ajudaram a reduzir significativamente o tempo de carregamento do software.
Essentialist design became particularly prominent in Silicon Valley and has influenced global tech and product design culture. In Brazil, this philosophy has gained significant traction among startups and creative agencies, particularly in São Paulo's thriving design scene. The concept aligns with contemporary movements valuing sustainability and digital wellness, reflecting a broader cultural shift away from consumerism and excess.
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