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ELEMENTS OF DESIGN Objective 3.01
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Bell Ringer2/12 What is a line?? Do you think a line could affect someone’s feelings or emotions?? Can you list the 4 different types of line?
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Objective 3.01 Apply the Elements of Design
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Outline/Vocab (on your course outline sheet) A. Space B. Line 1. Horizontal 2. Vertical 3. Curved 4. Diagonal C. Form 1. Realistic 2. Abstract 3. Geometric 4. Free D. Texture 1. Tactile 2. Visual E. Color
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DESIGN Type of non-verbal design Often communicates a certain feeling Has many meanings Relates to a process or a product
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Elements of Design The TOOLS used to create the design In Interior Design, Elements help to: Describe Plan Evaluate 5 Elements are: Line Form Space Texture Color
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LINE The most basic element of design Forms the edges or outlines of objects and areas Shows direction and causes the eyes to move from one point to another
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LINE
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Horizontal Lines Parallel to the ground Directs your eyes across Communicates feelings of relaxation, calmness, and restfulness. human position when asleep Found in baseboards, fireplace mantels, bookcases, long sofas, shelving, fabrics, wallpaper
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LINE Horizontal Lines
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LINE Vertical Lines Perpendicular to the ground Causes eyes to move up and down Suggests height, strength, dignity, and stability Found in window treatments, striped wallpaper, decorative trims, grandfather clocks, highboys, armoires, tall mirrors, and most pictures frames, columns on a porch
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LINE Vertical Lines
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LINE Diagonal Lines Lines that angle between horizontal and vertical lines Communicates energy, excitement, movement, and interest Appear in flooring, wallpaper, roof lines, ceilings, furniture, lampshades, fabrics and paintings
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LINE Diagonal Lines
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LINE Curved Lines Part of a circle or an oval Can range from slightly to very curvy Reflects organization, eternity, and uniformity Slightly curved lines communicate softness, freedom, and openness
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LINE Curved Lines
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LINE What types of lines do you see?
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LINE What types of lines do you see?
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LINE What types of lines do you see?
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LINE What types of lines do you see?
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LINE What types of lines do you see?
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LINE What types of lines do you see?
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Bell Ringer 2/13 1. Think about your bedroom. What elements of design are used in your bedroom? How do these elements make your room feel? 2. What is your favorite color? Write this down to use for an activity…
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Form The physical shape of objects The 3-D shape of an object Contains volume and mass Has height, width and depth Types: Realistic Abstract Geometric Free
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Form Realistic Form Looks like the real thing Communicates a lifelike, traditional, simple and familiar feeling A common chair has realistic form because it is easily recognized as a chair.
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Realistic
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Form Abstract Form Rearranges or stylizes a recognizable object The abstract item has traits that look like the real item, but altered Communicates a contemporary, changing, creative, unusual, and artistic feeling
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Abstract
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Form Geometric Form Squares, rectangles, circles, & other geometric shapes used as form Communicates organization, order, planning, a tailored look Square tables, round lampshades, various shapes of pillows
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Geometric
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Form Free Form Random and flowing Found in nature in plants, stones, and wood Communicates a sense of freedom Untraditional, unfamiliar, and different from realistic form
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Free
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Form RULE “Form Follows Function” The function of an object should be considered first in the design process. Then decide on it’s form.
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Space Is the area around a form and inside a form Different size spaces convey a range of feelings Large Space Large open spaces give a feeling a freedom and luxury Cathedral ceilings and large windows communicate openness, freedom, and grandeur Too much space can feel lonely Small Spaces Small spaces feel cozy, comfortable, and secure Crowded spaces feel fuzzy and confining
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Space Large Space
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Space Small Space
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Texture Refers to the way a surface feels or appears to feel Tactile (Touch) Visual (See – “pattern”)
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Texture
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Too many kinds of texture in one room may be confusing Rough surfaces create a casual feeling Smooth surfaces create an elegant feeling
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Texture
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Finish Worksheet FORM Draw/ find picture of each type
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Portfolio Activity Begin activity today… Keep these for your final portfolios… DUE WEDNESDAY 2/18!
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NB Check #1 NB Check #1 on Monday!! List on m website
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Bellringer2/16 TURN IN RENTAL PROJECTS!! Please sit at the table with your FAVORITE COLOR! As a group at your new tables, list personality traits that you all have in common…
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Color An element or property of light The most important element of design Sets the mood and leaves a lasting impression Each color has certain psychological effects on people.
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What was your favorite color? Color preferences relate to personalities!
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PINK Laid back and carefree Sheltered, innocent Shy, romantic, feminine Gentle, weak You calm others People who need a friend seek you out
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RED Want to be a part of the action Impulsive Outspoken, quick-tempered, intense Dynamic and noticeable in a crowd Emotional Athletic Live life to the fullest
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YELLOW Intellectual Modern, new High spirited, cheerful Idealistic Extroverted, comedic Stubborn High standard Give sound advice
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ORANGE Unique Friendly Radiant warmth Inspire others Social Focused on friends and family
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WHITE Happy Light and pure personality Innocent Perfectionist Cold
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BLUE Cautious and conservative Sensitive to the needs of others Peacemaker Calm, capable, mature Loyal friend Expressing emotions is difficult
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GREEN Fresh, natural Friendly Well balanced and stable Persistent Sensitive Affectionate Loyal
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TEAL Sensitive Desire adoration from others Independent Self-centered Excellent taste Mature
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PURPLE Creative Unique Artist Daydreamer Prefer fantasy Seek cultural events Enjoy luxury Inventor
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BROWN Stable and unchanging Self-disciplined Dependable Enjoy nature/outdoors Warm, comfortable Accepting
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BLACK Sophisticated Mysterious Dramatic Keep to yourself
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Activity #1 Color’s Effect on a Room Worksheet As we go through the following slides, please use colored pencils to color in the circle on the worksheet and describe how that color effects a room.
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Color and Interiors Red- Power, strength, passion, exciting, warm Can make you feel energized Not too much though!
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Color and Interiors Orange- hopeful, cheerful, friendly
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Color and Interiors Yellow- happy, warm, friendly, cheerful, light, airy Use in small amounts
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Color and Interiors Green- refreshing, natural, peaceful, luck Looks “crisp” next to white
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Color and Interiors Blue- cool, quiet, reserved, tranquility, serenity, soothing, peaceful Also looks good next to white Too much is depressing
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Color and Interiors Purple- dignified, dramatic, creative Works well with many colors
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Color and Interiors Black- sophisticated, mysterious Small amounts make a room “crisp” Too much black is oppressive
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Color and Interiors White- fresh, peaceful, pure, youth, innocence Small amounts make a room “crisp” Entire Room should not be just white
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Color Illusions Warm colored objects appear closer Cool colored objects appear further away
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Color Illusions Dark Colors High ceilings painted a dark color make the ceilings seem lower Light Colors Paint walls a light color to make the room appear larger
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Color Illusions Bright Colors Make things “pop”
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Activity Work on Elements of Design Portfolio Activity DUE WEDNESDAY 2/18!
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Notebooks Turn in Notebooks before you leave…
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