Professional design patent drawings are critical because they define the entire scope of protection for your design. Unlike utility patents, where claims do the heavy lifting, a design patent is evaluated almost entirely based on the drawings. That means any errors, omissions, or unclear details can weaken your protection or even result in rejection. Correcting drawing issues after filing can be tricky — patent offices strictly prohibit adding “new matter,” so even small fixes may not be allowed if they alter the original disclosure. High-quality, compliant drawings from the start help avoid costly delays and ensure your design is fully and properly protected.
Design patents cover the visual characteristics of an article, such as its shape, configuration, surface ornamentation, and overall appearance. The design must be original and non-obvious, meaning it should not be identical or closely similar to any existing designs or combinations of designs. However, functional aspects of the article are not protected by design patents, as those are covered by utility patents.
Our illustrators are very experienced in rendering a variety of material surfaces in a style that meets all the drawing requirements of the patent office.
