Elements And Principles Of Design

Focal point, the purpose of this element is is immediately draw your eye to the object in the room and it is a defining feature in a space.

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Gradation, the purpose of gradation is to add rhythm that draws your eye in a caretaking direction. The stairs show gradation by utilizing the size of the room and adds brightness to the area

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Transition, the purpose of transition is to move your eye to look at one thing to another in a room or in an area.

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Repetition, the purpose of repetition is to draw your eye in a certain direction in a room. The repetition of the wine bottles makes the room also feel familiar and equal.

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Radial balance, the purpose of radial balance is to create cohesion and balance in a space with rounded furniture or objects.

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symmetrical balance, the purpose of symmetrical balance is to balance a room and yo make a room feel equal.

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Asymmetrical balance, the purpose of asymmetrical balance is to black a room without being exactly the same. Even though objects are not the same on each side of the table they balance.

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Proportion, the purpose of proportion is to make a space feel equal and balanced. The coffee table is proportional to the couch.

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Scale, the purpose of scale is to either stand out or to be functional like how the chairs are in scale with the table.

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Pattern, the purpose of pattern is to create visual interest in a space. The checkered tile makes the floor stand out and more interesting compared to if it was a solid color.

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Light, the purpose of light id to illuminate a room and to make it feel more welcoming and bright. The kitchen I chose for this example is white which reflects more light and the lights in the room radiate brightness.

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Texture, the purpose of texture is to add visual interest to a space and to also potentially absorb sound. The texture of the bathroom walls makes them more visually interesting.

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Form 3d, the purpose of form is to add dimension and visual interest into a space. The 3d depth also makes a space more memorable.

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Curved line, the purpose of a curved line is to add a sense of softness and calm to a space. The large curved window makes the space feel more soft.

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Diagonal line, the purpose of a diagonal line is to create movement in a space. The diagonal book shelves add a sense of movement in the office space.

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Horizontal line, the purpose of a horizontal line is to create the illusion of width in a space.

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Vertical line, the purpose of vertices line is to create an illusion of height in a space.

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