Balance The resolution of interacting forces, attractions or weights. Also known as equilibrium. The resolution of interacting forces, attractions or weights. Also known as equilibrium. There are no absolute rules for the creation of good design. However there are suggested principles that lead to a greater amount of balance, such as… There are no absolute rules for the creation of good design. However there are suggested principles that lead to a greater amount of balance, such as…
Balance Large objects and spaces appear heavier than small ones, but a grouping of small objects can balance a large object. Large objects and spaces appear heavier than small ones, but a grouping of small objects can balance a large object.
Balance Opaque materials appear heavier than transparent materials. Opaque materials appear heavier than transparent materials. Bright, warm, dark-patterned colors appear heavier than grayed, cool, light colors. Bright, warm, dark-patterned colors appear heavier than grayed, cool, light colors.
Balance Unusual and unique shapes and objects have importance beyond their size. Unusual and unique shapes and objects have importance beyond their size. Textures and patterns hold one’s attention longer than smooth, plain surfaces. Textures and patterns hold one’s attention longer than smooth, plain surfaces.
Balance Objects above eye level appear to be heavier than objects placed below eye level. Objects above eye level appear to be heavier than objects placed below eye level. Contrasting textures, patterns, and colors have greater impact than close harmonies. Contrasting textures, patterns, and colors have greater impact than close harmonies.
Balance Brightly-lighted areas attract more attention than dimly lit areas. Brightly-lighted areas attract more attention than dimly lit areas. Strong contrasts add weight. Strong contrasts add weight.
Types of Balance… Symmetrical Symmetrical Formal Balance Formal Balance One side of the room is the mirror image of the other One side of the room is the mirror image of the other Easiest balance to create Easiest balance to create Asymmetrical Asymmetrical Informal Balance Informal Balance Visual weights are equal, but elements are different in size, form, color, pattern, and spacing Visual weights are equal, but elements are different in size, form, color, pattern, and spacing More lasting appeal More lasting appeal Radial Radial Furnishings or patterns are arranged in a circular manner. Furnishings or patterns are arranged in a circular manner.
Symmetrical Balance
Asymmetrical Balance
Radial Balance
What kind of balance do you see?