1. to design something jointly with one or more other people or groups
Usage: often used in product development, architecture, and user experience contexts

1. a collaborative design process in which multiple stakeholders participate in creating a product or solution
Usage: common in design thinking and participatory design methodologies

Examples

• The team decided to codesign the new app interface with actual users to ensure it met their needs.
• Architects codesigned the community center with local residents to reflect neighborhood values.
• Codesign workshops brought together engineers and customers to develop innovative solutions.
• The company uses codesign principles to involve employees in product development.
• Through codesign, the nonprofit worked with clients to create more effective services.
• The furniture manufacturer engaged customers in codesign to improve ergonomic features.