VA Design System: Color Palette
The pattern
This still sits in the public-domain pool. No pattern name yet.
Why it works
The VA design system defined semantic color tokens with tested contrast ratios, prioritizing legibility for aging and visually impaired veterans. Systematizing color roles eliminated accessibility errors across healthcare portals and benefits dashboards.
Steal this when
Steal this when designing healthcare or public-sector interfaces where rigorous contrast and semantic color tokens protect vulnerable users.