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2.02 vobabulary
interior design- daunt
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 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. |