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2.02 Interior Vocab
Term | Definition |
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Elements of Design | The tools used to achieve the principles of design. |
Line | The most basic element of design that connects two dots. |
Form | An element of design that has shape and volume. |
Space | An element of design that lies within boundaries of a line. |
Texture | An element of design that relates to how something feels or appears to feel. |
Pattern | The repetition of a design in an orderly manner. |
Color | The most important element of design. |
Principles of Design | Guidelines designers use to create good design using the elements of design. |
Balance | A principles of design where the elements are in equilibrium. |
Emphasis | A principle of design that is the focal point. |
Rhythm | A principle of design where an element is repeated or altered to create visual movement. |
Scale | A principle of design where the size of objects must be in agreement with each other. |
Proportion | A principle of design of the ratio of an object to part of the object. |
Golden Mean | Proportions that are unequal ratios are more pleasing than ratios that are equal. |
Variety | A principle of design where change is made to part of a design to keep a design from being boring. |
Unity | A principle of design where a common characteristic creates a feeling of cohesiveness. |
Harmony | The end result when the elements and principles work together to create aesthetically pleasing design. |