Design Systems
Scalable design foundations for consistency and speed
- Component library that accelerates design and development
- Consistent user experience across products and platforms
- Design tokens that scale across web, mobile, and emerging platforms
- Reduced design and development time on future projects
Scope to agree with you
- Component Library
- Design Tokens
- Figma Design System
How the work runs
- Audit & Definition
- Build & Documentation
- Handoff & Training
What We Deliver
As your product grows, design and development without a system becomes chaotic. Each team builds components their own way, inconsistency grows, and speed slows. A design system solves this by creating a shared foundation of reusable components, tokens, and patterns.
A design system is the backbone of scalable product design. It includes component libraries, design tokens (colours, typography, spacing), patterns, and documentation that designers and developers both reference and extend.
We build design systems tailored to your product needs — from component libraries and design tokens to interactive documentation and Figma/code integration. Your team will design and build faster, more consistently, and with less friction.
Why Choose Us
What makes our design systems service different.
Scalable Foundation
A well-built system scales with your product. Whether you're designing one product or dozens, a system keeps everything consistent and efficient.
Design-Dev Alignment
We create systems that both designers and developers love. Components are documented, tokens are shared, and there's no disconnect between design and code.
Living Documentation
Systems documentation isn't a static PDF. We build interactive, living systems that evolve as your product grows.
Implementation Ready
Systems aren't just theoretical. We deliver Figma components, design tokens, and code components ready to use immediately.
Simple, Transparent Pricing
Compare the published scope, then confirm deliverables, exclusions and terms in your written proposal.
Starter System
Component library with design tokens and basic documentation.
- 15–20 core components
- Colour, typography, spacing tokens
- Figma component file
- Basic documentation
- Usage guidelines for each component
- Design token export
- One revision round
Full System
Comprehensive design system with components, tokens, Figma setup, and interactive documentation.
- 30–40 components
- Complete token system
- Figma workspace setup
- Design & code component documentation
- Interactive documentation site
- Accessibility guidelines
- Component usage patterns
- 3 revision rounds
Enterprise
Multi-brand system with advanced customisation, code components, and governance framework.
- 60+ components
- Multi-brand token system
- Figma + code component sync
- React/Vue components (fully typed)
- API documentation
- Storybook setup & deployment
- Governance & maintenance guide
- Team training & handoff
- 6-month evolution support
All prices are in GBP and exclude VAT.
Get Started in Three Simple Steps
Forget complicated onboarding. We've made getting started effortless: choose your plan, tell us about your brand, and we'll handle the rest.
Audit & Definition
We audit your existing design and code, identify common components and patterns, and define the system scope and priorities.
Build & Documentation
We build components, create design tokens, set up Figma, prepare code components, and write comprehensive documentation.
Handoff & Training
We set up your system, train your team on using it, and ensure processes are in place for maintaining and evolving the system.
What You Get
Available capabilities. Confirm the deliverables and exclusions for your selected package in the proposal.
Component Library
Reusable UI components (buttons, forms, navigation, cards, modals, etc.) documented with usage guidelines and variations.
Design Tokens
Centralised tokens for colours, typography, spacing, shadows, and breakpoints that sync across design tools and code.
Figma Design System
Figma components, tokens, and workspace setup that designers can use immediately to design faster and more consistently.
Code Components
React or Vue components that match design specifications, fully typed, tested, and documented for development teams.
Documentation & Patterns
Comprehensive, searchable documentation covering component usage, accessibility, patterns, and best practices.
Governance & Evolution
Clear processes for maintaining and evolving the system, versioning, and keeping design and code in sync.
What Our Clients Say
Real words from the businesses we've helped grow.
Matt and his team did the most wonderful job in creating our new website for Booked Images…
Angie Jones
Booked Images
I am the first author Matt has ever had, and it has worked like a dream. Everything I have asked for has been done quickly and efficiently. I cannot recommend Matt and his team highly enough…
Jeremy J Mills
Author
Matt did a fantastic job of creating my website and working on my SEO. He was very helpful and patient, and always happy to explain everything, which is very helpful if you are not very technical. I'm very happy with the results and would definitely recommend.
Liz Patey
Owner, Liz Patey Makeup
MattDarm manages social media for our real estate agency and we finally have everything in order. Their professional approach, quick responses, and excellent communication have made us far more visible to our clients. Highly recommended!
Alina Stefanovičiūtė
Owner, Global Properties AS Real Estate
MattDarm built the Cancer Black Care website from scratch and the result is an invaluable resource for our community. Their dedication and expertise were evident throughout, and they went above and beyond to meet every requirement. Highly recommended!
Paul Campbell
Managing Director, Cancer Black Care
We initially hired Matt for a specific project to help us improve and develop our LMS on LearnDash. He did such an excellent job that what started as one project quickly developed into an ongoing working relationship…
Marcelo Pereira
General Manager, Interface Aesthetics
I have used Matt on 2 brand projects. He is an extremely talented, resourceful and responsive creative force. He produces results for businesses ranging from millions to billions in value in variety of sectors. Highly recommended.
Paul Kells
After trying many different agencies, MattDarm is exactly what I was looking for. They don't just deliver — they consult on the why behind every decision. Everything is built around the long-term success of my business, and that's made all the difference.
Adam Saez
Owner, Plant Power Academy
I've worked with MattDarm for several years. They consistently produce the highest quality work with an excellent range of expertise. Always delivered on time and a pleasure to work with — highly recommended.
Daniel Ashby
CEO, Digitally Responsive
MattDarm's sites are visually stunning and technically up to date. A really great team to work with — professional, creative, and always on point.
Paul Harvey
Owner, Paul Harvey
Matt has been absolutely brilliant. I came into this project with a pretty clear idea of what I wanted, but also changed my mind about things constantly as we went. Matt just rolled with it. Nothing was ever too difficult and there was never any drama, he'd just work out how to make it happen…
Josh Broyda
Complete Office Fitouts
We recently used MattDarm to rebuild our website and add a shop. From the beginning, Matt was professional, helpful, honest and transparent, and surprised us with ideas we would never have thought of…
Amira Sari
Client, Tile In Progress
MattDarm built the Rockee website from scratch with excellent results. They took my brief, helped with wireframes and design, and handled both front-end and back-end development. The end result was a high-converting, successful website.
Matt Laybourn
Owner, Rockee
MattDarm did an amazing job with our Beans Coffee Club site. They handled all the technical work like pros and delivered everything on time. Easy to work with and super dependable — would hire them again in a heartbeat.
Richard Jones
Managing Director, Beans Coffee Club
MattDarm has been a reliable partner across several IT projects. Their technical knowledge is impressive, but what sets them apart is a problem-solving attitude and the ability to bring clarity to even the most complex situations. High-quality results, every time.
Michael Borzecki
Owner, 6 Pack Supplements
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