Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
predesign
Noun
/ˌpriːdɪˈzaɪn/

Definition
The process of planning and outlining the design of a project before actual design work begins.

Examples
- The predesign phase involved extensive research and stakeholder interviews.
- Before starting the new building, the architects focused on predesign to assess the site’s potential.
- The team completed a predesign document that outlined their objectives and necessary resources.

Meaning
Predesign refers to the preliminary steps taken to visualize and organize the design aspects of a project, ensuring clarity and direction before entering the formal design phase.

Synonyms
- Preliminary design
- Design planning
- Conceptual design