Chapter 24: Principle of Design

Chapter 24

Principles of Design

Balance depends on weight and placement,

3 Types of Balance

            - Symmetrical - Asymmetrical - Radial

Symmetrical

- Consists of identical elements arranged equally about a common axis.

Asymmetrical Balance

- Equalize the visual or optical weights of non similar elements.

-generally considered informal and dynamic.

Radial Balance

- Type of symmetrical balance in witch elements are arranged uniformly about a central plan.

Aspects of Design

- Harmony

-Rhythm

Emphasis can be achieved.

- Location

-Size, color, shape or texture.

Contrast

NOTE- Black does not exist without white

Fibonacci Series-

Sequence of numbers beginning with 0 and 1

- Each number in the series is the sum of the previous two.

-when any number is divided by the previous term, the quotient is in the golden ratio.

Modular System

- Developed by Le Corbusier

-Use the human body as a starting point.