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Th elements of design
Question | Answer |
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what are the elements of design | space, line, shape, form, texture, color |
what is space | the area provided for a particular purpose |
what can space have | 2 dimensions and 3 dimensions |
what is design | a visual direction of a design |
what are the four types of line | vertical, horizontal, diagonal, curved |
vertical lines | lead the eye up, height, formality, strength |
what's an example of space | ex-Tall pillars or columns, striped wall paper, and long narrow draperies |
horizontal lines | Leads the eye from left to right |
what do horizontal lines suggest | informality and restfulness |
what's an example of horizontal lines | Sofas and chests |
what are diagonal lines | Suggest action, movement, and excitement |
what's an example of a diagonal line | Staircases, cathedral ceilings, and gable roofs |
what's a curved line | Adds a soft, graceful effect to designs and Too many will make a design busy |
example | Doorway arches, ruffled curtains, curved furniture |
what is shape | A flat or silhoutte image. 2 dimensions Length and width |
what is form | The outlines edges of a three dimensional object. 3 dimensions Length, Width, and Depth (Height) As well as Volume and Mass |
what is texture | A surfaces tactile quality. Tactile is the perception of touch (hand)Involves how the surface feels to the touch and how it appears to feel |
how does texture affect smooth surfaces | Smooth surfaces reflect more light than rough surfaces Making them brighter and lighter |
how does texture affect rough surfaces | Rough surfaces absorb more light Making them look darker and less intense |
Example | Red carpet looks darker and duller than red ceramic tile |
what is color | The most important element of design! |