The key words "MUST", "MUST NOT", "REQUIRED", "SHALL", "SHALL NOT", "SHOULD", "SHOULD NOT", "RECOMMENDED", "MAY", and "OPTIONAL" in this document are to be interpreted as described in RFC 2119.

Design Workflow

Core Principles

1. Clarity over decoration - Function before form
2. Consistency over novelty - Reuse patterns
3. Accessibility over convenience - WCAG 2.1 AA minimum
4. Performance over polish - Fast > pretty
5. Feedback over silence - Always show state
6. Progressive disclosure - Show what's needed when needed

Accessibility Requirements

Accessibility is NOT optional. All implementations MUST achieve these standards.