A Figma design system only succeeds when both designers and developers can use it in daily delivery. This guide covers token architecture, component standards, and practical governance for scaling product UI.
Core design system layers
- Foundations: color, typography, spacing, elevation
- Primitives: buttons, inputs, cards, navigation
- Patterns: forms, tables, dashboards, onboarding blocks
- Documentation: usage rules, do/don't examples, handoff guidance
Common failures to avoid
- No naming standards for variants
- No rollout plan for legacy screens
- No ownership model after system launch