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A design patent from the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) provides protection for the unique design of your original product. Design patents generally are cheaper and have a simpler application process than utility patents, which protect the invention itself and the things it does. If you want to apply for a design patent, write out your patent application and file it with the USPTO along with payment of the required fees. Pay close attention to your illustrations. Design patents typically hinge on your depiction of the design you want to protect. [1] X Research source