diff --git a/.harness/visual-redesign-execution-board.md b/.harness/visual-redesign-execution-board.md
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..8d36b33
--- /dev/null
+++ b/.harness/visual-redesign-execution-board.md
@@ -0,0 +1,151 @@
+# Recipe Manager — Visual Redesign Execution Board
+
+Created: 2026-03-26
+Owner: Main Orchestrator
+Status: ACTIVE
+
+## Objective
+Make the Recipe Manager visually compelling (color, imagery, hierarchy, polish) while preserving existing functionality and performance.
+
+## Success Criteria (Release Gate)
+- [ ] Site has a cohesive visual identity (palette, typography, spacing, elevation)
+- [ ] Key pages use imagery/graphics effectively (home, list, detail, add/edit)
+- [ ] Accessibility AA contrast and keyboard focus states pass
+- [ ] Mobile and desktop responsive layouts pass QA
+- [ ] Lighthouse: no major regressions from current baseline
+
+## Task Backlog
+
+### T01 — Baseline Visual Audit
+Priority: P0
+Owner: agent-ui-audit
+Dependencies: none
+Deliverables:
+- before screenshots (desktop/mobile)
+- UX/UI audit notes with prioritized issues
+- measurable acceptance checklist
+Acceptance:
+- [ ] screenshots committed under docs/visual-audit/before/
+- [ ] issues categorized by severity and page
+
+### T02 — Design System & Theme Tokens
+Priority: P0
+Owner: agent-design-system
+Dependencies: T01 (can start in parallel with assumptions)
+Deliverables:
+- color palette tokens
+- typography scale tokens
+- spacing/radius/shadow tokens
+- component style baseline
+Acceptance:
+- [ ] global token file in frontend
+- [ ] docs page: "Visual Style Guide"
+
+### T03 — Visual Asset Pack
+Priority: P0
+Owner: agent-assets
+Dependencies: none
+Deliverables:
+- curated image set (legal/source documented)
+- icon strategy and selected icon library
+- placeholder/empty-state graphics
+Acceptance:
+- [ ] assets stored under frontend/public/assets/
+- [ ] asset attribution/source notes in docs
+
+### T04 — Homepage Redesign
+Priority: P1
+Owner: agent-core-ui
+Dependencies: T02, T03
+Deliverables:
+- hero section with imagery + CTA
+- feature blocks with icons/graphics
+- stronger visual hierarchy and footer polish
+Acceptance:
+- [ ] home page updated and responsive
+- [ ] visual QA checklist for home complete
+
+### T05 — Recipe List Visual Upgrade
+Priority: P1
+Owner: agent-core-ui
+Dependencies: T02, T03
+Deliverables:
+- card-based grid/list with images
+- chips/badges (time/category/difficulty)
+- improved filters/search affordance
+- empty/loading states
+Acceptance:
+- [ ] list page supports responsive card layout
+- [ ] no regression in filtering/search behavior
+
+### T06 — Recipe Detail Visual Upgrade
+Priority: P1
+Owner: agent-core-ui
+Dependencies: T02, T03
+Deliverables:
+- hero image + metadata badges
+- ingredients/instructions styled sections
+- sticky quick-action area where appropriate
+Acceptance:
+- [ ] detail page visually upgraded with readability improvements
+- [ ] print/share/favorite flows still functional
+
+### T07 — Add/Edit Form UX Polish
+Priority: P2
+Owner: agent-core-ui
+Dependencies: T02
+Deliverables:
+- grouped sections + better hierarchy
+- image upload preview experience
+- improved validation states
+Acceptance:
+- [ ] add/edit remains fully functional
+- [ ] visual consistency with theme tokens
+
+### T08 — Motion, Accessibility, Perf Pass
+Priority: P1
+Owner: agent-qa-polish
+Dependencies: T04, T05, T06, T07
+Deliverables:
+- hover/focus/transition polish
+- contrast + keyboard nav checks
+- image optimization/lazy loading review
+Acceptance:
+- [ ] accessibility checklist complete
+- [ ] Lighthouse/perf review documented
+
+### T09 — Final QA + Before/After Pack
+Priority: P1
+Owner: agent-qa-polish
+Dependencies: T08
+Deliverables:
+- before/after screenshot comparison
+- release checklist + regression notes
+Acceptance:
+- [ ] docs/visual-audit/after/ populated
+- [ ] final signoff section completed
+
+## Orchestration Plan
+Wave 1 (parallel): T01, T02, T03
+Wave 2 (parallel): T04, T05, T06 (after T02/T03)
+Wave 3: T07 (after T02), T08 (after wave 2 + T07)
+Wave 4: T09
+
+## Agent Assignment & Status
+- agent-ui-audit: T01 — QUEUED
+- agent-design-system: T02 — QUEUED
+- agent-assets: T03 — QUEUED
+- agent-core-ui: T04/T05/T06/T07 — QUEUED
+- agent-qa-polish: T08/T09 — QUEUED
+
+## Reporting Protocol
+Each agent reports:
+1) task id
+2) files changed
+3) screenshots path
+4) blockers
+5) ready-for-review flag
+
+## Notes
+- Inspiration reference: https://www.copymethat.com/features/recipe-manager/
+- Keep branding original; do not clone competitor visuals.