simple, happy, beautiful living. the elements and principles of design broken down for the average mom and career woman to understand.
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table of contents I. Cover Texture (6 pages) II. Table of Contents Smooth Rough III. Table of Contents- Elements of Design Surface quality – Real (tactile texture) SurfaceIV. quality – Implied Table of(visual Contents- Principles of Design texture) V. Design Thesis Non-reflective texture Reflective texture VI. Designer Molly Rumph VII. Designer Emily Jones VIII. Current Design Trends IX. Current Design Trends
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tableelements of ofcontents design 4f. Dynamic shape 1. Line 4g. Geometric form 1a. Straight horizontal 4h. Natural form 1b. Straight Vertical 4i. Abstract 1c. Angular 4j. Non-objective 1d. Curved Flowing Texture (6 pages) 5. Light 1e. Curved tightly Smooth 5a. Natural light 2. Texture 5b. Combustion lighting Rough 2a. Smooth 5c. Ambient lighting 2b. Roughquality – Real (tactile Surface texture) 5d. Uplighters 2c. Surface quality – Real Surface quality (visual 5e. Task lighting 2d. Surface quality –– Implied Implied 5f. Track lighting texture) 2e. Non-reflective texture 5g. Floor lamp(s) 2f. Reflective texture Non-reflective texture 5h. Table lamp(s) 3. Space Reflective texture 5i. Mood lighting 3a. Positive space 5j. Art Lighting 3b. Negative space 5k. Colored lighting 3c. Crowding 5l. Glare from natural light 3d. Territoriality 5m. Glare from general lighting 4. Shape and Form 5n. Toe kick or raiser lighting 4a. Geometric Shape 5o. Soffit lighting 4b. Natural/Organic Shape 6. Color 4c. Abstract Shape 6a. Monochromatic color scheme 4d. Non-representational Shape 6b. Analogous color scheme 4e. Static Shape
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6c. Direct Complementary colors 6d. Split Complementary colors 6e. Triadic Complementary colors 6f. Double Complementary colors 6g. Tetrad Complementary colors 6h. Alternate Complementary colors 6i. Neutral color palette 7. Mass 7a. Actual density 7b. Optical density 7c. Massing 8. Pattern Placement of emphasis Character of the pattern The pattern color scheme The scale of the pattern
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tableprinciples of ofcontents design 9. Scale 9a. Human Scale 9b. Symbolic Scale 10. Proportion Object in proportion with space Texture (610a.pages) 10 b. Object not in proportion with space Smooth 11. Balance Rough 11a. Visual symmetry 11b. Structural symmetry Surface quality – Real (tactile texture) 11c, Visual asymmetry Surface quality – Implied (visual 11d. Structural asymmetric texture) 11e. Visual Radial 11f. Structural Radial Non-reflective texture Rhythm Reflective12.texture 12a. Repetition or Metric 12b. Gradation or Climactic 12c. Contrast 12d. Transition or flowing 13. Emphasis 13a. Focal point visual 13b. Focal point structural 14. Harmony 14a. Unity through line 14b. Unity through shape
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14c. Unity through Color 14d. Unity through Repetition 14e. Variety through color 14f. Variety through materials 14g. Variety through furniture 14h. Variety through modern in contrast to old 15. Space planning/ furniture arrangement 15a. Successful space function 15b. Unsuccessful space function 15c. Straight line groups 15d. L-shaped groupings 15e. U-Shaped groupings 15f. Circular groupings 15g. Parallel groupings 15h. Solo groupings
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i simple, happy, beautiful living design thesis: “simple, happy, beautiful living” is an informal magazine that teaches its readers about the elements and principles of design in a fun and entertaining way that a busy mother or career-goer could understand. as you will see as you flip through the pages, our colors, fonts, and pictures are easy to read, recognize, and identify with. “simple, happy, beautiful living” is a staple in ANY hip home as a quick reference to keep you on track while decorating, building, and remodeling your home. when you finish reading, our hope is that you, no matter who you are, will feel like a designer and go out in the world with confidence in your home.
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i am the m in me, molly and emily designs. hopefully, this magazine will show you “me” and allow you to understand the simplicity of the elements and principles of design as i have learned. being born and raised in rural georgia has taught me much about my environment. i love the plantation lifestyle and architecture that i grew up around and i don’t think that will ever leave my system. although most of my being is rooted here in the south, i am very much attracted to new ideas about design. keeping it simple, keeping me happy, and keeping my home beautiful is what my design mind thinks about every day. in this magazine, we strive to open the doors of our simple thinking minds (although the doors of my mind may be painted pink) and allow you to see in and feel like designers as you flip through the pages.
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i am the E in me, molly and emily designs. the purpose of this magazine is to make it easy for readers to understand the elements and principles of design by providing a simple way for people to read our magazine. i was born in jacksonville, florida and have lived there my whole life. fortunately i have grown up with the opportunity to enjoy both city and rural life. even though i have grown up in jacksonville, my whole life i have grown up riding horses so i have probably spent half my life on the farm as well. because horses and design are two important aspects in my life, my goal is to one day design barns for horses. this way i can incorporate both of the things i love into one career. hopefully this magazine will show readers how simple and easy design can be with the laidback style that our magazine portrays. VII
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Over the years designer trends have changed drastically. Sometimes these changes are inspired by what is practical and sometimes they just occur because of a well known person’s opinion. But for whatever reason they occur, people tend to take these changes very seriously because they want to be able to keep up with the latest trends. This year it seems as though very bright and vibrant colors are in style. Recently, whenever I have gone shopping, I have noticed that most all apparel is being sold in almost every color of the rainbow including everything from jeans, to sweaters and winter overcoats. I feel as though for a while the theme was to wear monotones and muted colors as to not stand out too much, but now we are coming out of that phase and into a phase where the goal is to stand apart from the crowd and not look the same as everyone around you. Modern houses are now being decorated with bright colors as well instead of just neutral furniture and colored accents. It is more common to see a bright red couch or purple chair than it has ever been before. Another big trend in the design world now a days, besides vibrant colors, is “going green”. This means trying to conserve natures recourses and reduce the use of harmful chemicals. We are beginning to realize what negative effects we are having on our planet and so now the theme is attempting to reverse those effects by going green. New homes are now being built using natural resources and recycled materials, and with more open window space to let in natural light, and use solar power energy instead of artificial lights, so hopefully we will only need the use of artificial lights at night. Skye lights are also being put VIII IX
in to replace ceiling lights as a way to naturally light up bathrooms and other rooms that cant have many windows because of limited wall space. This cuts cost for people in this time of economic depression while also helping to save the planet. Landscaping has also become very popular over the years. It provides a great natural look to homes and helps to produce more oxygen for the planet by planting more trees and plants. Going along with the all natural theme, it is now becoming more frequent to see stone gardens instead of mulch or sod. Stones are less expensive to use because they already exist so they are not man made and do not contain harmful chemicals, like some sod and mulch can contain. Also there is less maintenance with having a stone garden because it does not require any water or fertilizer to survive. To advertise the green theme, the color green has become very popular as well. It portrays the idea more efficiently to the general population because it gives a literal meaning to it. All of these trends effect our everyday lives in one way or another weather we just see them in passing or apply them to our own lives, it is important to understand the world and how it is changing so that way we can make our best effort to understand it.
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the straight horizontal lines in this tall dresser are very evident in the drawers. straight horizontal lines likes these make a room more clean cut and feel more organized. using a mix of straight and curved lines create a more comfortable, traditional home feel. two friends perry, georgia
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in my home, space can sometimes be an issue. having a tall vertical cabinet such as this one is a good way to add extra storage space and provide a great look. - emily jones
straight vertical lines have a tendency to draw the eye up and down making spaces look and seem much more open. If trying to make spaces look more open and less crowded, then adding taller more narrow objects instead of short fat object to a space is a good idea
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i like to see angular lines either on the floor or ceiling of busy hallways because it helps show people where to go and move traffic along. - emily jones
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angular lines, like in this wood flooring, are many times used to guide people through a room. often times the pattern on the floor, will dictate how quickly and in what direction people will move through a room. 1c
curved flowing line
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these curved flowing lines are stories of a huge building. Since this building is so big, the curved lines make it more digestible for the eye and make us more comfortable than if they were straight lines with hard turns.
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tightly curved lines, such as railing on a staircase, are used to draw the eye. many staircases have tightly curved lines for this very purpose.
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smooth texture something that has a smooth texture is something that feels smooth to the touch. this table is made of a smooth wood that has no rough edges or areas on it. most people prefer to have smooth textured surfaces in their home because of the way that they look and feel.
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personally, i like the surfaces in my home to be smooth because they are more inviting to touch than a rough textured surface. emily jones
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a rough texture is very commonly found on rocks among nature. the rocks underneath this water would have a rough feel to them if you were to actually touch them.
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real texture real texture is actual texture that looks and feels real. this brick column has a rough texture to it that you may not know without actually felling it.
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implied texture implied texture is something that looks like it has a texture on it but to the touch it is actually smooth. many object have this type of implied texture to give the eye some contrast but at the same time still gives such objects such as walls, a smooth feeling.
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non-reflective texture, such as this woven table, is any type of texture that does not reflect light, weather it be natural or created light. because of the woven pattern on this table it is not smooth enough to reflect any light that hits it.
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reflective texture these picture frames are an example of reflective texture because with light, they reflect anything that is in front of them. they add more character to the frames because instead of them always being one color they can be a multitude of colors depending on what they are reflecting at the time. scott residence athens, georgia
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positive space jones residence jacksonville, florida a solid piece of furniture, such as this couch, that takes up a lot of positive space is a good way to fill a large empty room. it provides enough furniture to the room without causing the space to look to cluttered. 3a
negative space objects that are not solid, but very open and light are good to use in smaller rooms because they create negative space making smaller rooms seem less crowded. keane residence alpharetta, georgia 3b
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crowded spaces, like this one, do not provide the proper amount of distance between the couch and chairs for people to be comfortable in their environment.
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territorially territorially has to do with having enough space between furniture for each person to feel comfortable and not crowded. they say there should be about 8 feet distance between each person, which is about how far these bed are from each other.
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geometric shape a geometric shape is usually a symmetrical shape like a square or a triangle. geometric shapes are used in design to often send a message or guide the eye. these shapes here were used as bathroom tile along the floor and a wall. keane residence alpharetta, georgia 4a
organic shape organic shapes come from nature and do not look man made. like flowers and flowing lines, organic shapes are used most often for comfort in design.
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organic shapes are very comforting to me. i respond very well to soft curved lines instead of sharp hard lines. -molly rumph
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abstract shape the abstract shape found in this painting is a simplified version of a persons face. although it is not drawn to scale or look exactly like a face, we are still able to recognize it by the overall shape and features we see. davis residence jacksonville, florida 4c
non-representational shape many famous pieces of art are non representational shapes. they are created by the artist not to look like anything in particular or that already exists, they are just meant to be new and unique.
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static shape static shapes are shapes and elements in design that are not moving. in design, static elements in a room are fixed permanently. these examples of static shapes are found commonly in older, historic houses. the shapes may appear to be moving in space, but actually they permanently fixed to the ceilings, walls, and doors in these houses.
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dynamic shape a dynamic shape of a piece or furniture or an architectural feature (as shown here) can add a flow or rhythmic gesture to a room in your home. dynamic shapes can help move the room and show a person where to go in the space.
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Geometric form
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a 3d geometric form is an object with four flat, even sides that make a shape. this box is a 3d geometric shape and is used as a decorative object in a house because of the rooster print on two sides of the box. 4g
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natural forms, such as flowers, are a great way to add variety to any room because they are simple enough, but at the same time can add a bit of a flare. they also give a home a more natural look because they are bringing the outside in.
I like to add flowers to my house because they are a-nice way to add color and variety. emily jones
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abstract form as a whole may not be recognized as something we know, but part of it we may be able to recognize from nature and other objects we have seen before. in this form, we recognize the lady bug insect’s shape but it is not doing its normal function of being and insect, instead it is being used as a clock.
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non-objective form can not be recognized as any object we have seen before nor does it represent in recognizable form any object or scene in nature. these objects make you use your mind think about what is shown.
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the quality of natural light is something that we should never take for granted. it is so much brighter and more powerful that artificial light will ever be. when someone is sick, most people believe that going out into the sunlight can help them feel better. artificial light does not prove the same effect.
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a nice candle lit scene can add a romantic feel to any home -emily jones
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combustion lighting is any type of fire or lamp lighting. this is a photograph taken from the delta gamma house off of milledge. combustion lighting such as a fire or lit candles is a good way to make a room feel warm and cozy.
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ambient lighting any type of low or soft lighting is known as ambient lighting. many restaurants often have this type of lighting to provoke a romantic mood.
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up lighters such as this are a good way to light up a room without taking up space with floor lamps or on walls with sconce lights. it gives a nice romantic mood to rooms and is good for eating and socializing.
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task lighting is usually considered as any type of lighting that performs a task. this lighting for instance, is a bathroom sconce light which is used to light up the mirror and make it easier to see in the bathroom. 5e
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track lighting such as this is popular in restaurants and art galleries. it provides lighting in many different directions. i think that it is a very old fashioned type of lighting that is now starting 5f to come back into style.
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floor lamps can add either a little or a lot of light to a room. they can be placed in a room to for reading purposes or even to help light the whole room. they do not take up very much space at all and can be moved around from room to room very easily.
floor lamps are an inexpensive purchase so anytime you see one in a store you like, go ahead and buy it! you will be able to use it one day! -molly rumph
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whether your space is small and private or large and open, a table lamp will add a sense of “hominess” and distinct style to the room. table lamps come in a wide variety of bases and shades so that you may change them as your style changes.
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my favorite type of mood lighting is a chandelier in a bed room. it will add the romantic and whimsical touch you are looking for. -molly rumph
before adding mood lighting to a room, i believe you must first take a look at how much ambient light you have in the room so far. if you have enough ambient light already, you can add to the mood of the room with mood lighting. 5i
art lighting can be the “wow” factor in any room. it can serve to illuminate a room or just be the focal point, like this turquoise chandelier shown. It is made with colored crystal hung from a old, white static ceiling.
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santa maria blvd st augustine, florida colored lighting, such as this which was used in a limo, can set a mood of excitement and entertainment. when I see lighting such as this it makes me think of night time and the night time scene. colored lights like this can be seen outside in high energy cities with lots of night life such as las vegas or new york. 5k
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when building your new home, think about where the sun will be at different times of the day in different rooms in your home so you can avoid having glare from natural light. -molly rumph
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glare from natural light can be caused by light entering a window at a certain time of day when the sun hits the window and causes glare inside. often times, glare from natural light can be bothersome and you will not want to use that room at that certain time of day. 5l
glare from general lighting in this bathroom there is always glare from the general lighting from above and the lamp below. the glare makes it almost impossible to put on make up and tae out your contacts. Be aware of where you place lights above countertops. rumph residence montezuma, georgia 5m
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toe kick lighting is not a common way to light up a room, but it can be beneficial in rooms that you use during the night time. like the bathroom in the picture, toe kick lighting is perfect the middle of the night bathroom runs we all have to go on!
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soffit lighting high ceiling
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anyone can use soffit lighting in a room with high ceilings where there needs to be light closer to the human so that a task may be performed. you can create soffit lighting by building a lowered box from the ceiling and putting the lighting in it. the soffit lighting shown is in a kitchen above a sink.
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monochromatic color scheme monochromatic colors are many shades of the same hugh. this bag gives an example of a monochromatic color scheme because of the way it represents three different shades of blue.
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analogous analogous colors, are colors that are located next to each other on the color wheel. these analogous colors, green and yellow, where found in nature while driving through the mountains of north carolina
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direct complementary colors direct complementary colors are colors that are directly across from each other on the color wheel. any of the colors directly across from each other will make a good color scheme when used together.
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two of my favorite colors to see together are pink and green. they represent direct complementary colors and look great together! -emily jones
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split complementary colors split complementary colors are similar to complimentary colors because it uses colors opposite from each other on the color wheel. but instead of two, it uses one bases color and two colors opposite that base color.
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most color patterns in design are also found in nature. the yellow and two shades of blue, such as on this bird, portray split complementary colors. -emily jones
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triadic complementary colors triadic complementary colors are colors that are spaced evenly among the color wheel. they tend to be very vibrant but work well together when used appropriately. jones residence jacksonville, florida 6e
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this scheme can be hard to harmonize if all four hues are used in equal amounts. so consider choosing one color to be dominant or subdue the colors for a softer effect. - www.colorfaq.com
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a natural form is the original form of an object in nature. this table follows the natural form in its legs as the legs do of humans. they are wider at the top then flow inward towards the ground.
tetrad complementary colors uses two pairs of complementary colors. It is said to be the hardest scheme to use, since it requires balancing all four colors. This painting showcases these colors in the flowers, vase, and backdrop.
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this slide shows the perfect alternate complimentary color palette with yellow, red, purple, and blue. these basic colors seem very child like and basic in the picture shown of a slide in a playground.
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neutral color palettes in a room can create a calming and soothing atmosphere. by simply choosing a few neutral colors that go together, a since of peace can be achieved in most any room.
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to understand how to use neutral color combinations in your home, you have to know that neutral colors have hidden colors within. -Devine Color®
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actual density these columns have actual density because they are solid wood and you can’t see through them because they are completely solid. actual density grounds objects to the floor and gives our brains a sense of place. lester residence montezuma, georgia
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optical density optical density occurs when an object, such as this chair and ottoman shown, are not solid all the way to the floor but still appear dense. the chair has legs that you can see through but to the eye, it is still dense and heavy. rumph residence montezuma, georgia
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this room is massed in a good way because you have two couches that have optical density and the thin wooden table in the middle and the arm chair in the back of the room represent a more buoyant, light feel. the mix of the two gives the room a nice balance and a more livable feel.
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placement of emphasis- in this photo, the emphasis is on the pattern with the blue background with golden swirls on top. the pattern is dominate because it is on the chair and most of the pillows. character of the pattern- the character is said to be “old world venetian” which also goes along with the architecture of the home. the pattern color scheme-it is easy to see that the colors are mostly sky blue, gold, and cream with a few accents of green. the scale of the pattern- the scale of the patterns in this room vary greatly so that they do not conflict with one another. The chair with the ottoman is a much smaller scale pattern while the other chair’s pattern is of a bigger scale. http://www.pointclickhome.com/decorating_design/articles/rational_ex uberance?page=0,1 8a
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furniture is built to scale for humans so that they are in proportion to the size. children's furniture is built to a smaller scale so that it is in proportion with them just like normal furniture is in proportion with grown adults.
I have heard that studies show that children with furniture their size feel more comfortable at home in their environment, and there for have done better in school. - emily jones
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symbolic scale scale determines the size of something based on how big or small it is compared to other things of the same kind. for example, you can determine how big a car is based on how it compares to other cars. or how big a dog is compared to other dogs. www.londonclique.com/wpcontent/uploads/2009/09/big-cap-vs-small-cap.jpg 9b
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object in proportion with space when an object is in proportion with the space it is in, meaning not too big or too small, it makes the atmosphere much more relaxing. most people will feel more comfortable in a space that is proportioned than one that is not.
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object not in proportion with space objects that are not in proportion with space, such as the chair in this room, can make the space feel too big and overwhelming and can cause people to become uncomfortable in the space.
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the way that these two chairs are placed beside this table so that they create a symmetrical look implies visual symmetry. also how there are two lamps and two vases on the table adds to the visual symmetry of the scene.
having a table surrounded by two chars or a chair surrounded by two tables is a simple way to please the eye. - emily jones
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structural symmetry can be easily created through beams in a ceiling as shown here. the long, bold lines showcase the height and depth of the room perfectly.
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interior beams in a room are one of my favorite ways to accent a large ceiling with long walls. i love the texture and focal point they add to any room. -molly rumph
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these nutcrackers have visual asymmetry because they are all the same size except for one. they are all symmetric but are imbalanced. sometimes visual asymmetry can be more pleasing to the eye instead of visual symmetry.
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this entertainment center has an asymmetrical balance to it because it is not exactly the same on both sides. the cabinet on the right is smaller than the one on the left. 11d
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sorrento rd athens, georgia visual radial balance is what we perceive as radial balance when looking at a particular object. although the paintings on the top of this jar looks radial balanced, if we were to measure it, it would not be exactly the same all the way around. 11e
structural radial structural radial balance is when an object displays balance all the way around the object with a central focus. this tray is entirely circular with the central focus being the handle in the very middle. law residence jacksonville, florida 11f
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metric the repeated pattern on this chair shows a metric pattern because it repeats the same pattern over and over again throughout the chair.
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climactic rhythm, as shown in the steeple, is a regular progression that builds up to a point or sometimes may almost explode at the top of the progression. often times this leads the eye upward towards the sky line. first baptist church marshaville, georgia
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http://blueblots.com This fabric displays contrasting rhythm because fabric does have flowing rhythm but there is a contrast between the features that make the pattern on the fabric. The swirls in the fabric are a smooth texture and the background is more rigid.
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flowing rhythm these roses created with fabric display perfect flowing rhythm as our eye flows from one curve to the next. flowing rhythm creates movement and can be used in a room to move people around fluidly. tanger outlet tanger, georgia 12d
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a visual focal point is put into a room that does not already have a structural focal point. the massive size ribbons shown in this picture are hung in a building that has 25 floors. as soon as you walk in the building or get on the elevators your eye is drawn right to the bright red ribbons.
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a structural focal point, such as the fireplace shown here, is what your eye is immediately drawn to in a room. you should try to focus in on the focal point instead of trying to draw away from it. built in bookcases and other wall units are structural focal points that ground a room from every view. 13b
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unity through line unity through line is shown within this rug because of the distinct lines that occur throughout the entire rug. skinner residence jacksonville, florida
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unity through shape the wall along these stairs contains unity though shape by these three rectangular paintings. although their colors are very different it’s their shape that unifies them. jones residence jacksonville, florida 14b
unity through color
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adding soft colors to a bedroom, such as blue and tan, create a relaxing atmosphere which is what most people look for in a bedroom. -emily jones
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the colors in the bedroom are the same throughout the entire room creating unity within the room. this creates a more relaxing atmosphere to the room instead of having many different colors which can look hectic in a bedroom.
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Bookcases with all different colored and size books are a great way to display unity through repetition. although all the books are not the same, they are still unified in the square book shape.
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variety through color using colors that you normally think would not go together but somehow do is variety through color. sometimes these colors can go along with the “it colors” of the season. a bright orange pillow is located on this pink and brown couch to create variety through color.
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variety through color is one of my favorite ways to add visual interest to a room. putting random colors together is always fun! -molly rumph
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variety through material henley residence montezuma, georgia
the picture shown is of a hearth adjacent to a fireplace. the variety of material shown is a Tennessee sand stone and a brown tile. variety through material you can use can cause visual interest in your home.
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variety through furniture to have variety there must be contrast between at least two things. to have variety through furniture, there must be furniture of different colors, shapes or patterns.
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when decorating your home, it is good to use a variety of old and new, modern furniture. the chair in the picture is a vintage high back and the table is a new modern table with tight lines. the mix of the two creates a more homey and comfortable feel. rumph residence montezuma, georgia
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space planning and furniture arrangement i simple, happy, beautiful living
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don’t be afraid to move around your furniture 2, 3, or even 4 times until you get it successful space. sometimes rooms can be tricky and can take a while! -molly rumph
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successful space function is often times hard to achieve in a small, boxy room as shown here. it is hard to get the maximum seating without feeling crowded. this space is successful because crowding is not an issue, yet there is still space for 6 to have an intimate conversation.
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unsuccessful space planning rumph residence montezuma, georgia
The spaces shown in the pictures here are very unsuccessful in terms of their space planning. In the picture on the top, you are not able to turn the computer chair fully without hitting the dresser, as well as you are not able to open the drawers all the way. In the bottom picture, the weight equipment can not be used do to the armor in the room. 15b
straight line groupings are not often used in a home setting but mostly in a commercial setting. when straight line groupings are found in a home setting, it is dominantly used for space saving and traffic flow. in the picture shown a couch and chair are placed on a wall in the back of a large living room so that traffic can flow easily in front the grouping. this type of grouping is not ideal for conversation and intimacy.
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l-shaped furniture groupings are very commonly found in living rooms across the country. when furniture is grouped in a l-shape, conversation is easily created and there is still room for a focal point (such as a t.v. or a fireplace) on the opposite side of the l.
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u-shaped groupings allow for optimum seating. as shown in the picture, this t.v. space is surrounded by seating for 8 with only one piece of u-shaped furniture. u-shaped groupings can not only be established by u shaped furniture but also a grouping of chairs, couches, and ottomans.
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circular groupings a circular grouping is a grouping of furniture that contains four closed sides. it can have sharp edges such as this table and chairs, but overall the grouping must represent a circle.
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parallel groupings jones residence jacksonville, florida
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having a parallel grouping focusing on a fireplace, makes for a warm and cozy area to hang out. - emily jones
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a parallel grouping is a furniture grouping parallel to each other but also has a focal point such as a window or fireplace. it is also usually blocked by something on the other side as well. this grouping has a table at the other end opposite of the fireplace blocking its open end.
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solo groupings a solo grouping is a single chair or couch complemented by a single lamp or table. most rooms contain more than just a solo grouping but some areas of the house may have solo groupings to fill smaller spaces.
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i think that a solo grouping is a nice simple way to fill a small space. - emily jones
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