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Your go-to magazine for learning about the Principles & Elements of Design
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PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN
Texture
Harmony
ELEMENTS
Balance
Emphasis Light Color Space
Massing Rhythm Proportion Scale
Shape Form http://fineartamerica.com/featured/howth-sunset-patrick-horgan.html
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Design Thesis I have always loved to match vibrant colors with softer tones and to give something old a fresh, new look. I want my designs to make people feel homey yet cheerful under any circumstance. The atmosphere in which we live in should make us feel happy and at ease; that’s what you’ll learn to do through the elements and principles of design given in this magazine.
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All about Me! Hi! My name is Helene, and I grew up right outside of Washington DC in Northern Virginia. I’ve always been a “girly-girl” and have loved matching “pretty things” with “pretty things.” Ever since I was a little girl I’ve always decorated my room and whatever else my parents would let me get my hands on. This Magazine is my inspiration on how I would decorate and design.
Line Straight Horizontal Straight Vertical Curved Flowing
Straight Horizontal Horizontal lines, like vertical, provide strength but also represent calmness and a feeling of repose. They are used to elongate a wall, and often seen in cornices, dadoes, bookshelves, and long, low pieces of furniture. http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_DBC1i9nqhKc/TFrbyW0LRAI/AAA AAAAAIrU/v76IMeDlhlM/s1600/Amanda+Nisbet+2.jpg
Straight Vertical Vertical lines tend to add strength, height, and dignity. Usually seen on columns or the exterior of a building.
http://havenandhome.blogspot.com/search? updated-max=2011-10-05T06:34:0005:00&max-results=12
Curved Flowing This fun staircase is a perfect example of a curved flowing line. It represents a graceful, relaxed, and soft feeling. The staircase exaggerates the living room and makes it more interesting.
http://media-cacheak0.pinimg.com/originals/e1/6a/77/e16a777d3750f589e5c22e3c1bafc3c4.jpg
Texture Implied Texture Non Reflective Reflective
Implied Texture Although this wallpaper looks like it would feel rough like a woven tapestry it’s actually smooth, which is exactly what implied texture is; texture on a surface that only appears to be physical texture, but is not. Wallpaper is also a good idea for bathrooms, because it is so easy to clean. http://www.thibautdesign.com/collection/roomse t.php?patternID=958&productID=5532
Non Reflective Rugs are perfect non reflective texture, they soak up the light coming in and add warmth to any room. If you’re designing on a budget and want to be smart, stick with a cotton rug because they are easiest to clean.
http://www.zanui.com.au/Staffordshire-Stripe-Cotton-Rug90377.html
Reflective Countertops are the best examples for reflective texture. When light hits them the light will reflect off of it, creating a brighter room.
http://www.architectureartdesigns.com/32delightful-backsplash-design-ideas-forimprovement-of-contemporary-kitchen/
Light Art Floor Lamps Table Lamps
Color Monochromatic Direct Complementary Double Complementary
Monochromatic Mono meaning one, is different shades and tints of one single color. Here the monochromatic color is pink in the room. It creates a look of both business and put together.
http://www.lonny.com/magazine/April+2013/uRq UAPwVlR6/1#40
Direct Complementary Direct complementary colors are the colors on opposite ends of each other on the color wheel. Here we see a blue painted room with an orange dresser. Although completely opposite colors, it’s still attractive to the eye.
Double Complementary Double complementary color scheme is the same as using two complementary colors in the room. Here there’s purple and yellow, and green and red.
Space Positive Space Negative Space Crowding Territoriality
Positive Space The positive space in this room is the space being taken up, so the couch, the side table, and the little coffee table.
http://www.desiretoinspire.net/blog/2008/9/13/wink s.html
Negative Space The negative space in the room shown is the space where there is nothing there, so between the love seat and the wall/bookcases.
http://propertymarketupdate.co.uk/2011/09/03/141-interior-design-saturday-–-space/
Crowding Territoriality Crowding generally happens in areas such as the dining room, living room, or kitchen where people are able to be grouped together in restricted areas. Territoriality is the personal attachment to territory or space.
Shape Abstract Geometric Dynamic
Abstract Abstract shapes are representations of real life images or objects in a different view. I love the contrast here with the abstract painting that reminds of a forest or garden against the white walls and furniture.
http://www.architecturaldigest.com/decor/2013-06/readerbathroom-renovation-slideshow_slideshow_After:-Houston_4
Geometric The two-dimensional shapes on the wallpaper show the geometric shape. They used different octagons and squares on the wallpaper.
Dynamic Dynamic shapes imply movement. The mirror on top of the doors and the lamp in the room above the couch are great examples of dynamic shapes. They lead the eye in a certain direction.
Form Geometric Abstract Non-Objective
Geometric Geometric forms are seen everywhere throughout this room. The painting, two couches, the rug, and the pillows all show geometric form.
http://www.homedit.com/transform-interior-decorusing-geometric-shapes/
Abstract Abstract forms are similar to a certain object, but altered to make it more interesting or unique. Like this chair is similar to the Mona Lisa with the frame and everything.
http://www.treehugger.com/sustainableproduct-design/transformer-furniture-chairturns-into-mona-lisa.html
Non-objective This chair is an example of a non-objective form. Which means it has organic lines that create abstract objects or furniture in a three dimensional aspect.
http://www.myvibemylife.com/2013/03/16/shell-curiosity/
Balance Visual Symmetry Visual Asymmetry Visual Radial Symmetry
Visual Symmetry Symmetrical and asymmetrical arrangements of art are hung with careful attention to the relationship of positive spaces and negative spaces. The frames and lamp in the middle show symmetry.
http://www.pinterest.com/pin/11540542765969830/
Visual Asymmetry Asymmetrical, or informal, balance occurs when elements are placed unevenly in a piece, but work together to produce harmony overall, shown in the picture on the right.
http://indulgy.com/post/JbD13r5XK1/picture-frame-wall
Visual Radial Symmetry This image is a great example of radial symmetry. Not only is the table round, but the room is also round and the ceiling.
http://www.pinterest.com/pin/103231016428124793/
Harmony Unity through Color Variety through Color Variety through Modern-Old
Harmony through Color The harmony in the room shown does a great job producing a flow with the brown and earthy tones making it comfortable and cozy.
http://stylecompass.1stdibs.com/amy_lau/project_archive/
Variety through Color I love the variety of green and pink colors and how nicely they work together, the pink rug compliments the subtle pink in the pillows and the touch of the blue drawer works with the pink and green.
http://www.pinterest.com/pin/308778118172996569/
Variety through Modern-Old Not only is this bedroom breathtaking, but it has the perfect balance of old and new principles. The bed board and chandelier add a vintage twist with the modern drawers and tile floor. http://associationofdesigneducation.wordpress.com/2012/11/15 /why-not/
Emphasis Focal Point-Visual Focal Point-Structural
Focal Point-Visual Although this room is quite busy, the focal point if the mirror and the fireplace.
http://nyclq-focalpoint.blogspot.com/
Focal PointStructural The focal point in this room is the beautiful soaring ceiling, the structure draws the eye to look up and the chandelier also makes it so the room is centered around it.
http://media-cacheak0.pinimg.com/originals/32/11/be/3211be2817a230eee3124
Massing Actual Density Optical Density
Actual Density This room is making the most of the space it has, there’s a lot of density with the bookshelves and desk. It’s making the most a small, multipurpose space.
http://www.hgtv.com/decorating-basics/making-the-most-of-a-small-multipurposespace/pictures/index.html? nl=HGI_011112_featlink2&sni_mid=24435&sni_rid=24435.324.1551410
Optical Density This is a good example of optical density because this is a large room with large furniture but there is still plenty of room.
http://www.brooklynlimestone.com/2009/10/guest-post-furniture-arrangingexpert.html#.Up4WfjnU7zI
Rhythm Repetitive Contrast Transitional/Flowing
Repetitive The rhythm of repetition in this kitchen is the square and rectangles from the tile on the wall and on ground, as well as the cabinets.
http://georgianadesign.tumblr.com/
Contrast What’s more of a contrast than black and white? The different tones add a nice contrasting rhythm throughout the whole room.
http://classicchichome.blogspot.com/2011/03/black-and-white-room.html
Transitional/Flowing The flow of this bathroom is co comforting and cozy, the light colors have a nice transition from the beige back to the white.
http://www.homeandgardendesignideas.com/ideas/peg-29409
Proportion Objects in Proportion with Space Objects NOT in Proportion with Space
Object in Proportion with Space The proportion in this room is perfect. This is a very big and spacious room and the big window and huge California King bed are a great fit for the room.
http://media-cacheak0.pinimg.com/originals/d9/42/cd/d942cdb6fd269192f62e
Objects NOT in Proportion with Space The objects in this room are not proportion to how large and spacious this room is.
http://freshome.com/2010/05/27/26-wonderful-living-room-design-ideas/
Scale Human Scale Symbolic Scale
Human Scale Something I’ve noticed about a room with human scale is that it is comfortable and predicting. This room is very relative to the human body.
http://www.bhg.com/decorating/color/colors/decorate-in-sunny-yellow/
Symbolic Scale The scale of the bed in this room is definitely the most overwhelming object, along with the window.
http://emerydesign.com/blog/