Sprout Social Seeds Principles

Four core principles guiding Sprout Social's Seeds design system, focusing on storytelling, purpose, and emotional connection.

  1. Integrity

    Progress the story forward whilst maintaining design consistency. Each element should be as strong as the last throughout any transition.

  2. Intentionality

    Every action must have a motivation. There should always be a clear reason for why something behaves the way it does.

  3. Consistency

    Elements should operate within a consistent set of rules. These don’t have to mirror the real world, but must follow the system’s established patterns.

  4. Emotional Appeal

    All elements should work in concert to evoke an emotional experience through surprise, delight, and thoughtful details.