dieter-rams-design

Audit product and UI/UX designs against Dieter Rams' ten principles.

1|2|Updated Feb 11, 2026
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Skill: dieter-rams-design
Source: https://github.com/addisonk/claude-code-skills/tree/main/design/dieter-rams-design
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/addisonk/claude-code-skills --skill dieter-rams-design

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you critically evaluate designs (product, UI/UX, etc.) against Dieter Rams' renowned 10 principles of good design, ensuring quality, functionality, and timelessness.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Principle-Based Auditing: Systematically assess designs against each of Rams' ten principles.
  • Scoring and Feedback: Provides a structured scoring system and actionable feedback for improvement.
  • Use Case: You've just completed a new app interface. Use this Skill to audit it against Rams' principles to ensure it's not just functional but also truly well-designed and long-lasting.

Quick Start

Use the dieter-rams-design skill to audit the provided UI mockups for the new mobile banking app.

Frequently Asked Questions about dieter-rams-design

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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What is a Dieter Rams design audit and how does it evaluate product quality?

A Dieter Rams design audit evaluates products against ten principles of good design, including innovation, usefulness, and longevity. It provides a structured scoring framework to ensure interfaces are functional, aesthetically honest, and thoroughly detailed.

How do I review my app interface for design quality and timelessness?

Review your app interface for design quality by systematically assessing it against Rams' ten principles. This process scores understandability, unobtrusiveness, and environmental friendliness, delivering actionable recommendations to improve overall design longevity.

Can I use Rams' ten principles to score the thoroughness and honesty of a product mockup?

Yes, you can use Rams' ten principles to score the thoroughness and honesty of a product mockup. The audit systematically evaluates each principle, providing structured feedback to identify areas where the design lacks honesty or detailed execution.

Does a Dieter Rams product audit work for evaluating mobile banking UI?

A Dieter Rams product audit works effectively for evaluating mobile banking UI by measuring unobtrusiveness and understandability. It scores the interface against established design principles, ensuring the financial application remains simple and user-focused.

What is the best way to apply the "less but better" philosophy to a UI/UX review?

The best way to apply the "less but better" philosophy to a UI/UX review is auditing the design against Rams' principles of simplicity and unobtrusiveness. This generates actionable recommendations to strip away unnecessary elements and improve functional longevity.