Better Design MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Better Design in Claude Code

Remote URL

Claude Code

claude mcp add --transport http better-designs-better-design https://better-design.com/api/mcp

mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "better-designs-better-design": {
      "url": "https://better-design.com/api/mcp"
    }
  }
}

npm

Claude Code

claude mcp add better-designs-better-design -e BETTER_DESIGN_API_KEY=... -- npx -y better-design

mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "better-designs-better-design": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "better-design"
      ],
      "env": {
        "BETTER_DESIGN_API_KEY": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Better Design MCP server do?

A design harness for AI coding agents: design systems, design principles, icons and UI review.

Is the Better Design MCP server free?

The server is free, but you will likely need an account. The server itself is free, but it connects to a service that needs an account or API key, which may have paid tiers. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does Better Design run locally or remotely?

Local + Remote. Can run locally or be used as a hosted remote server.

How do I add Better Design to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add --transport http better-designs-better-design https://better-design.com/api/mcp

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