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Integrated design

Integrated design is like when you build a puzzle. Each piece of the puzzle has a special spot where it fits perfectly. In the same way, when people design a building or a machine, they need to make sure that every part fits together perfectly like a puzzle.

Integrated design is important because it helps make things work better and more efficiently. For example, if you are building a house, you need to make sure that the electrical wiring, plumbing, and foundation all work together. If any of these parts are not designed to work together, then the house might not be secure or safe to live in.

Designers use a special process to make sure that everything fits together perfectly. They talk to each other and work together to make sure that all the parts are working properly. This is called “collaboration,” which means working together to make something better.

When designers work together like this, they can create amazing things! They can design buildings that use less energy, machines that are more efficient, and cars that are safer to drive. Integrated design is like the glue that holds all the parts together, making everything work like a well-oiled machine.