functionaldesign
nounUK /ˈfʌŋkʃənəl dɪˈzaɪn/
US /ˈfʌŋkʃənəl dɪˈzaɪn/
A way of making something so it works really well and is easy to use.
The functional design of the new backpack lets kids reach their water bottles without taking it off.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The look of a product that is shaped mainly by what it needs to do rather than by decoration.
The chair's functional design makes it plain but very comfortable.
3. The part of a design process that tests whether a thing actually works before making it pretty.
During functional design, the team checked that the button opened the lid smoothly.
4. A style in architecture and products where usefulness comes before ornament.
The museum's functional design uses simple shapes and lots of light.