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Interior Design Unit
8th Grade
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| space | The 3-dimensional area to be designed, such as a room |
| line | The outline of an object or the obvious lines within it. |
| form | The shape and structure of solid objects |
| texture | The way an object's surface looks and feels |
| color | The most important element of design. |
| proportion | How the shape and size of an object relates to and works with other objects in the room |
| scale | the overall size of an object compared to other objects, especially humans. |
| balance | gives a feeling of equal weight to objects on both sides of a design’s center point. |
| emphasis | FOCAL POINT, or the area of greatest interest in a room or living area. |
| unity | the feeling that all parts of a design work together |
| rhythm | feeling of movement around the room from one point to another |
| monochromatio | Uses variations (shades and tints) of only one color. |
| analogous | Uses three colors next to each other on the color wheel |
| complimentary | Uses one color and the color directly oposite on the color wheel |
| split-complimentary | Uses one color and the two colors next to its complimentary color |
| triadic | uses three colors evenly spaced on the color wheel. Example: red, yellow, blue |
| accented neutral | Uses mainly neutral colors and one color from the color wheel |
| red | Vibrant and Passionate. Can aide in digestion so use it in dining rooms. |
| blue | Lowers blood pressure and relaxes the body. Great for bedrooms. |
| orange | Cheerful and warm. Improves social interaction. Best for living areas. |
| yellow | Can increase metabolism and make babies upset. Difficult color to use. |
| green | Freshest use is in bathrooms. Stands for luck, envy, and hope. |
| purple | Mysterious and Dignified. Inspires daydreaming and creativity. |
| white | Makes a home feel open and fresh. Stands for innocence and cleanliness. |
| brown | Homey, warm and reassuring. Blends with almost any color. |
| black | Sophisticated and Powerful if used sparingly. Use in formal living areas. |
| grey | Disciplined color. Good for rooms that need structure such as offices. |
| traffic patterns | paths people use to get from one area or room to another. |
| accessories | The easiest and least expensive way to transform a room. |
| backgrounds | the walls, floors, windows, and ceilings of a living area. |
| symmetrical balance | Mirror image. Also known as FORMAL BALANCE |
| asymmetrical balance | Objects are unmatched but appear balanced AKA= INFORMAL BALANCE |
| Color Scheme | one or more related colors used together to create a mood or feeling in a room. |
| Traditional furniture | furniture based on styles that have been around for hundreds of years |
| contemporary furniture | furniture that reflects today’s lifestyles. |
| Functional furniture | Furniture that meets a specific need. Usually decorative as well. |
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