Context

Behaix is a comprehensive design system created to meet the evolving needs of B2B applications, with a particular focus on integrating Generative AI (Gen AI) into ongoing designs. As technology rapidly evolves, businesses face challenges in maintaining consistency, scalability, and accessibility in their digital products while incorporating cutting-edge technologies.

The Task

The task was to create a design system that would:

• Support the integration of Gen AI technologies

• Ensure consistency across all products and platforms

• Improve efficiency in design and development processes

• Enhance accessibility and inclusivity in digital products

• Foster innovation while maintaining scalability

My Role

As the lead designer for this open-source project, I was responsible for:

• Defining the design philosophy and core values

• Establishing design principles

• Creating the component and pattern libraries

• Developing documentation and guidelines

• Collaborating with developers for seamless integration

• Overseeing the implementation strategy

The Work Process and Design Solutions

1. Research and Analysis: I conducted an extensive audit of existing designs and codebases to identify inconsistencies and areas for improvement.

2. Establishing Design Foundation: I defined core elements such as colors, typography, grid systems, and icons, using Atomic Design principles to create reusable components.

3. Component Library Development: I created a comprehensive collection of reusable UI components, including buttons, text inputs, navigation bars, and data visualization tools.

4. Pattern Library Creation: I developed a set of design patterns addressing common interface and interaction challenges, ensuring consistency and usability.

5. Documentation: I prepared detailed documentation for each component and pattern, including usage guidelines, code snippets, and best practices.

6. Collaboration with Developers: I worked closely with the development team to ensure alignment, including tokens, CSS classes, and code snippets in design files.

7. Testing and Iteration: I gathered feedback from both designers and developers, iterating on the design system based on real-world usage and performance metrics.

Challenges

1. Balancing Flexibility and Consistency: I created a robust theming system that allowed for customization within defined parameters.

2. Integrating Gen AI Components: I developed specific guidelines and patterns for AI-driven interfaces to ensure seamless integration.

Some Screenshots from the Figma file