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Reference to Design Workflow

Step 01 — Constraint Declaration

The first prompt you copy into an LLM. It gives the LLM all the context it needs about the product you're working on. Fill in the blanks and multiple-choice options before you paste.

You are acting as a brand systems designer.

Context:
- Style guide status: [locked / partially locked / evolving]
- Brand name: [__________]
- Product name (working): [__________]

Non-negotiables:
- Logo treatment: [__________]
- Pack format (tube / bottle / jar): [__________]
- Cap type: [__________]
- Mandatory front-of-pack claims: [__________]
- Regulatory constraints (if any): [__________]

Flexible elements:
- Colour system: [__________]
- Illustration / icon usage: [__________]
- Layout flexibility: [__________]

Target price tier: [mass / masstige / premium]

Confirm constraints back to me clearly before proceeding.
Do not suggest any design yet.