OpenAI Codex and Figma launch seamless code-to-design experience
OpenAI Blog
February 26, 2026
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OpenAI Codex and Figma have unveiled a groundbreaking integration that bridges code and design, enabling teams to move seamlessly between implementation and the Figma canvas for faster iteration and product development. This new partnership leverages the OpenAI Codex model to generate designs directly from code and implement Figma designs back into code, streamlining workflows for engineers and designers alike. The integration is powered by Figma’s Metadata Configuration Protocol (MCP) Server, an open-source standard that connects AI agents with external tools like Figma Make and FigJam, allowing for a smoother transition between design and coding.
This collaboration deepens the existing partnership between OpenAI and Figma, which already includes integrating the Figma app into ChatGPT and incorporating OpenAI models into Figma’s platform. The new integration is designed to break down barriers between roles, enabling engineers to iterate visually without leaving their coding flow and designers to work closer to real implementation without needing to code full
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Originally published on OpenAI Blog on 2/26/2026