idea-centered design
nounUK /aɪˈdɪə ˈsɛntəd dɪˈzaɪn/
US /aɪˈdiːə ˈsɛntərd dɪˈzaɪn/
A way of making things that starts with a big idea and builds everything around it.
The team used idea-centered design to turn their big idea into a fun new toy.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A design method where the main concept guides every choice.
With idea-centered design, the story came first and the pictures followed.
3. A way of planning that puts the core idea before the details.
Their idea-centered design helped everyone agree on the big picture.
4. A creative process that begins with a strong central idea.
Idea-centered design made the project feel clear and focused.