Stimpunks Pattern Template

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Pattern Structure
Example Pattern Layout
1. Pattern XX — Example Pattern
How Patterns Connect

The Stimpunks Pattern Language describes recurring relationships between neurodivergent cognition and the environments people inhabit. Each pattern follows a consistent structure so readers can quickly understand the problem, the pattern, and the design implications.

This page shows the template used for patterns in the Stimpunks Pattern Library.

Pattern Structure

Pattern Number — Pattern Name

Context
The situation where the pattern appears.

The Problem
The recurring tension or friction people experience.

The Pattern
The core relationship that explains what is happening.

Design Implications
How environments can respond to the pattern.

Patterns Above
Broader patterns that help explain the context.

Patterns Below
More specific patterns that emerge from this one.

Recipes Using This Pattern
Design approaches that apply the pattern.

Environments Where This Pattern Matters
Places where the pattern becomes visible.

Closing Insight
A short statement capturing the essence of the pattern.

Example Pattern Layout

Pattern XX — Example Pattern

Context

Describe the environments or situations where the pattern appears.

The Problem

Explain the recurring tension people experience.

The Pattern

State the core relationship that explains the phenomenon.

Design Implications

Design move one
Design move two
Design move three

Patterns Above

Related larger patterns

Patterns Below

More specific patterns emerging from this one

Recipes Using This Pattern

Links to pattern recipes

Environments Where This Pattern Matters

Links to environment pages

How Patterns Connect

Patterns do not stand alone. They form a connected system that helps explain lived experience and guide environmental design.

Experience
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Pattern
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Recipe
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Environment

Patterns translate lived experiences into reusable design insights.