thoughtless design

[ˈθɔːtləs dɪˈzaɪn]
noun phrasepl: thoughtless designs
design descuidado / design irrefletido / design sem considerar o usuário
1. A design approach that fails to consider user needs, accessibility, functionality, or consequences; design created without adequate planning or consideration for the end user experience
The app's thoughtless design made it impossible for elderly users to navigate the interface.
O design descuidado do aplicativo tornou impossível para usuários idosos navegarem na interface.
2. Poor design choices that show lack of foresight, empathy, or consideration in problem-solving
Placing the delete button next to save is thoughtless design that causes accidental data loss.
Colocar o botão de deletar próximo ao de salvar é um design irrefletido que causa perda acidental de dados.
In both American and Brazilian tech communities, 'thoughtless design' is increasingly criticized as companies focus more on user-centered design philosophies. This term is commonly used in UX/UI discussions, startup critiques, and design education to highlight the importance of empathy and accessibility in the design process. In Brazil, there's growing emphasis on inclusive design ('design inclusivo') as an alternative to thoughtless approaches.
NYC Slang
lazy design / half-baked UX
Synonyms / Sinônimos
careless designpoor designinconsiderate designnegligent designsloppy designunthinking design
Antonyms / Antônimos
thoughtful designuser-centered designconsiderate designintentional designwell-planned design

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
design descuidado / design sem considerar o usuário
Most common and neutral term used in design contexts
Portugal
design irreflectido / design negligente
Slightly more formal, emphasizing lack of reflection
Design Industry
design não inclusivo / design que falha no usuário
Professional terminology emphasizing failure to meet user needs

Related Words

user experience (UX)user interface (UI)accessibilitydesign thinkingusabilityhuman-centered design

Related Idioms & Phrases

missing the mark
shooting from the hip
flying blind
not thinking it through
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