Place together elements which are similar in character or have some feature in common

Relationship of objects or parts of objects to one another and to the design as a whole

Based on size and shape Most effective proportion is a ratio of 2:3 3:5 and 5:8 also work well Odd proportions are more appealing then

even proportions

Refers to the relationship of parts to each other and to the design as a whole

The bed is in good scale with the room because the room is big and square and the bed is big and square.

Gives a feeling of rest or equilibrium Occurs when visual weight of an object

is balanced on both sides of a center point

when the weight is equally distributed on both sides of the central point

creates a secure, safe feeling and a sense of solidity

Pleasing to the eye

This room is the same on both sides making it symmetrical.

both sides of the central axis are not identical, yet appear to leave the same visual weight

Not as pleasing to the eye as Symmetrical balance

This room is not symmetrical because there is pictures on one side and not the other making the visual weight off balance

Created when combining colors, lines, forms, or textures

Achieved by repetition, radiation, and gradation

The mirrors on the back wall are a good example of repetition The fan has radiation because the lines

move outward from a central point

The back wall has gradation because It is gradually increasing in color

Is the elements in a room that are most important

Used to make an area stand out

The balls on the ceiling are the object that stands out the most.

Unity When all parts of a design are related by

one idea.

Variety Achieved by combining different styles and

materials, as long as the yare compatible

Three-dimensional area that a designer is working with

Different-sized spaces convey a range of feelings› Large spaces give many people a feeling of

freedom and sometimes luxury.› Too much space can cause a person to feel

lonely and uncomfortable› Small rooms with low ceilings can make people

feel confined or crowded but if well designed can make people feel snug and secure

This room is small and would make most people feel crowded .

This room is very open and gives a feeling of freedom.

Conveys a sense of movement or direction

Can be used to give a sense of strength, excitement, graceful, and action

Lines can make rooms look taller and bigger

The vertical lines in the curtains make your eyes go up and down and make the room seem taller.

Shape of solid objects Form fills space Can be 2D or 3D Form follows function

› Large heave objects give a feeling of stability

› Big objects with little bases do not look stable

This table doesn’t look very stable because the top looks heavier and bigger.

This chair doesn’t look very stable. It looks like if you were to sit on it, it would be able to hold you up.

These chairs look very stable and draw attention to the eye cause they are so big and sturdy.

Refers to the surface of objects Identical colors can look different

based on shadows and light Influences the way everyone feels Rough textures have small projection

and has shadows Smooth textures have a larger

projection and reflects light Texture adds intrest to a room

The walls texture is rough giving a small projection with shadows.

This walls texture is smooth and its reflecting light.

Exists in light itself Color can fool the eye Color contains pigments that absorb

light Made up of rays Color can make you feel a certain

mood

Red: Reds are generally regarded as stimulating and exciting. They are thought to speed up the heart. They are associated with strength, passion and the color of blood and fire. Red also stimulates conversation.Orange: evokes excitement, enthusiasm and is an energetic color. It is a good color for an exercise room because it will make you want to work out.Yellow: captures the joy of sunshine and communicates happiness. Its energizing and uplifting. Even thought yellow is a more cheery color its not a good choice for a main color in a room because it can also make people feel frustration and angry.Green: Is considered the most restful color for the eye. It is good for any room because it cools things down. It is believed to relieve stress by helping people relax.Blue- The color blue brings down blood pressure and slows respiration and heart rate. That’s why it is considered calming and relaxing.Purple: Purple is a rich, dramatic, and sophisticated color. It's associated with luxury as well as creativity.

In a rainbow or the separation of colors by a prism we see the continuous range of spectral colors. A spectral color is composed of a single wavelength and can be correlated with wavelength.

Primary colors- red, yellow, blueComplimentary colors -colors which appear opposite each other. i.e., red and green

Split complimentary colors -colors which blend well with the colors flanking its complimentary. i.e., orange with either blue-green or blue violet

Hue= colorIntensity= brightness or dullnessValue=darker or lighterTint +whiteShade+ black