Breaking out of the design system

Design systems are great for many reasons [[20220509045044-design-system-why]]. However some of the positives can eventually become negatives:

• Consistency becomes monotony
• Speed is overrated, and can be overvalued
• Designers and developers become imprisoned by the DS boundaries

Consumers may have a specific and unique need, and the DS shouldn't hold them back.

"The system defines solutions" -> "Solutions define the system"

When breaking the design system:

1. Remember that form follows function. Don't deviate for no reason.
2. Don't create silos. Think about all aspects of the experience/DS when breaking out.
3. Acknowledge the machine. Consider how the code actually works so you end up with a feasible end state.

https://breakyourdesignsystem.com/

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