Embedding Accessibility in Design Systems
Sustainable accessibility begins with systems, not one-off fixes. When accessibility is baked into your design framework,
every new feature, page, or product inherits inclusivity by default.
A mature, accessible design system includes:
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Reusable components: Accessible buttons, forms, and modals coded once and used consistently.
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Tokenized colors and spacing: Ensuring contrast and legibility while maintaining brand consistency.
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Accessible typography: Minimum font sizes, sufficient line spacing, and text resizing controls.
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Interaction patterns: Defined states for focus, hover, and motion.
Embedding accessibility into your design system transforms it from an initiative to an ongoing discipline. It gives
teams confidence that accessibility scales along with innovation.
Accessibility Beyond Compliance
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