of Design The Elements of Design Line Shape Form Space Texture Pattern and Color The TOOLS of design Basic rulestools to create a design Line Delineates space outlines form and conveys a sense of movement or direction ID: 574053
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The Elements
of DesignSlide2
The Elements of Design
Line, Shape, Form, Space, Texture, Pattern, and Color
The
“TOOLS”
of design.
Basic rules/tools to create a design.Slide3
Line
Delineates space, outlines form, and conveys a sense of movement or direction
Delineates space when lines intersect to create 2-D planes (marking edges of a wall)
Outlines form with the outer edges of an object
Conveys movement and direction by the outlines of objects, by lines formed by groups of objects, and lines that make up fabric and wallpaper patterns
Lines are either straight or curved and placed in a directionSlide4Slide5Slide6Slide7Slide8Slide9Slide10Slide11Slide12Slide13
Are the purple lines straight or bent?Slide14
Which circle in the middle is bigger?Slide15
Do you see gray areas in between the squares? Now where did they come from?Slide16
You should see a man's face and also a word...Hint: Try tilting your head to the right, the world begins with 'L'Slide17Slide18Slide19
Creating Effects with Line
Separate or unify space
The illusion of increased height
The illusion of widthSlide20
Conveying Feelings with Line
Horizontal lines
(left to right across the horizon) create feelings of being restful and informal
Vertical lines
suggest action, create feelings of height, strength and formality
Diagonal or zigzag lines convey excitement and movement
Circles, curves, and ovals are usually perceived as more natural and free than straight lines
Too many lines can lead to continuous eye movement, which causes feelings of tiredness & frustrationSlide21
Visual Effects Using LineSlide22
Use of line in DesignSlide23
Line Assignment
Find an interior design picture that demonstrates the use of the following lines…
Vertical, Horizontal, Curved, and Diagonal.
Cut them out and glue them into your smash book labeling each picture. It is not required to mount the pictures.
Then draw a room of your choice that incorporates at least 2 different types of lines. Sketch the room, color it, and them label where each line is shown (you may use a legend/key.)
Add Line Assignment and page numbers to your table of contents.Slide24
Shape/Form
The shape and structure of solid objects
Large, heavy objects give a feeling of stability, as does long, low tables
When the bottom of an object is too small in proportion to the top, it gives the appearance of instability
Harmonious design
– a design in which every item fits well with the others; it is important that forms of furniture harmonize with each otherSlide25
Shape
Two dimensional outline of an object
Made by connecting lines
Circles, squares, rectangles, triangles, ovals, diamonds....Slide26
Form
Three dimensional object
Encloses space
Spheres, cylinders, cones, cubes, pyramids....Slide27
Form in designSlide28
Shape and Form Assignment
Sketch 3 different images in your smash book that demonstrate shape (2-D) and then sketch 3 images of the form (3-D) version of the same picture.
Label each picture as either shape or form.
Find one interior design picture that has both shape and form in the design. Glue the image into your smash book and label the parts that are shape and the parts that are form.
Add Shape and Form Assignment and page numbers to your table of contents.Slide29
Space
The 3-D expanse that a designer is working with, as well as the area around or between objects within that expanse
Designers must consider the size of the overall design space and the arrangement of objects within that spaceSlide30
Size of Space
Large, open spaces can give a feeling of freedom
Large spaces with high ceilings and elaborate designs can convey a feeling of luxury
Too much empty space can make a person feel lonely and uncomfortable
Small spaces can make people feel confined or crowded
Well designed small spaces can make people feel snug & secure; gives a sense of privacy & intimacySlide31
Use of Space ExamplesSlide32
Arrangement of Space
You have 2 choices with space: fill it or leave it empty
When space is limited, limit the number of furnishings to keep as much space open as possible
Select furniture that can serve more than one purpose
Select plain furniture
When space is very large, you can physically divide it with permanent or temporary room dividers
Arrange furniture in small clusters, use folding screensSlide33
To help a small area feel spacious..
Allow for large open areas and empty space
Use mirrors
Use small prints, patterns, and textures
Use light, cool colorsSlide34
To help a small area feel spacious…
Allow as much floor to show as possible
Place large pieces of furniture near walls
Furniture should be up off the floor and not bulkySlide35
To make a large area feel intimate…
Place furniture perpendicular to walls
Group furniture according to areas of activity
Use large furniture that sits directly on the floorSlide36
Space
The area in which the designer has to work
NEGATIVE SPACE
POSITIVE SPACESlide37
Positive Space
Filled SpaceSlide38
Negative Space
Empty spaceSlide39
Space Assignment
Part Two:
Design a Rug Pattern-design your own rug design. Sketch your rug design on a separate white piece of paper.
Cut your rug out, glue it in your smash book.
Write down the answer to this question...
Does your design have more negative or positive space? Explain.
Part One:
Find 1 image that portrays negative space
Find 1 image that portrays positive space
Glue both images in your smash book and label all of the positive space and all of the negative space.Slide40Slide41
Texture
The surface quality of an object or item
Tactile
How the object feels to the touch
Can feel the variation in the surface
Visual
An illusion - how the object appears to feel
Applied using line, color, & shadingSlide42
Texture
The appearance or feel of a surface
Plush carpet & furniture provide a sense of comfort
Nubby, rough materials convey ruggedness & stability
Velvets & brocades suggest luxury
Glass, metal & stone give a feeling of coolness
Texture can add variety & interest to a room
Texture affects the way light reflects off of objects and therefore affects the perceived color of an objectSlide43
Ribbed rough crinkled smooth soft bumpy satiny silky fluffy hard flat abrasive nubby shines plush fuzzy ridged spikey course gritty slickSlide44
Texture - Smooth
Make colors appear lighter and brighter
Generally considered more formal
Reflects light
Can be visual or tactileSlide45
Texture - Shiny
Reflective
Has more intense colorSlide46
Texture - Rough
Makes colors look darker and less intense
Generally less formal
Absorbs light
Can be visual or tactileSlide47
TextureSlide48
Pattern
Repetition of line, shape, form, texture and/or color
Reflects the mood of the elements used
Can be formal, informal, calm, playful.....Slide49
Texture examplesSlide50
Texture & VarietySlide51
Visual and Tactile Texture ExamplesSlide52
Texture/Pattern Assignment
Each person will get 2- 3x5 notecard.
On these cards you will create a black and white pattern that portrays a specific texture.
Each card can have the same or different pattern.
You will only use black and white (NO COLOR.)
You must fill up your entire card.
Sketch ideas in your smash book.
Glue one card into your smash book and label what texture you were trying to portray. Hand the other card into the tray (make sure your name is written on the card you hand in.)Slide53Slide54
Color
Reflected light
Most important element
Creates the most impact