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.