1. Composition Principles in Architectural Design
Balance….

2. Balance
a state of equilibrium of the visual forces in a composition. Balance depends upon visual weights of the architectural and interior elements
Types of Balance,
Symmetrical/Asymmetrical/Radial/Mosaic

3. Axial or bilateral symmetry (formal/passive) :
arrangement of identical elements about a common line (axis).symmetry is static and demands little attention from the observer, totally symmetrical spaces impose a strict formality and are difficult functionally and literally.
Symmetry can be used to focus attention on something important.
Visual interest is enhance by inclusion of more than one axis: arrangement of dissimilar elements/spaces to achieve optical balance.

4. Balance - Symmetry

5. Balance - Symmetry

6. Balance - Symmetry

7. Balance - Symmetry

8. Balance - Symmetry

9. Balance – Symmetry/Multiple(Total)

10. Balance – Symmetry/ Partial

11. Balance - Symmetry
The downside of symmetrical balance is that :it’s static and sometimes regarded as boring. Because half of the composition mirrors the other half, at least half of the composition will be rather predictable. But sometimes its necessary for monumentality

12. Balance – Asymmetry
Is less obvious, it stirs interest and curiosity in the observer and provokes thought.
Vertical Balance is also at issue the higher above eye level something is the more visual Weight it carries.

13. Balance – Asymmetry

14. Balance – Asymmetry

15. Balance – Asymmetry

16. Balance – Asymmetry

17. Balance – Asymmetry

18. Balance – Asymmetry

19. Balance – Asymmetry
Asymmetrical balance is more dynamic and interesting. It evokes feelings of modernism, movement, energy and vitality. Asymmetrical balance offers more visual variety, although it can be more difficult to achieve because the relationships between elements are more complex.

20. Balance – Radial
Arrangement of elements or spaces around a center point.

21. Balance – Radial

22. Balance – Radial

23. Balance – Radial

24. Balance – Radial

25. Balance – Radial

26. Balance – Radial

27. Balance – Radial Because everything radiates
from a common center, everything
also leads to that center,
making it a strong point of
attraction.

28. Balance – Mosaic
(or crystallographic balance) results from balanced chaos. The composition lacks distinct focal points, and the elements share a uniform emphasis. The lack of hierarchy leads to visual noise at first glance. Somehow, though, it all works together.

29. Balance – Mosaic

30. Balance – Mosaic