Interior Design: Theory of Visual Illusions
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What is the phrase coined by Louis Sullivan that is closely related to organic architecture?

  • Function follows form
  • Form follows function (correct)
  • Design follows nature
  • Nature follows design
  • What is a characteristic of a structure built using the principles of organic architecture?

  • It is made entirely of synthetic materials
  • It is designed solely for aesthetic purposes
  • It closely resembles a machine
  • It blends in with its natural surroundings (correct)
  • What is the name of the architect who designed the Viipuri Library, a notable example of organic architecture?

  • Frank Lloyd Wright
  • Alvar Aalto (correct)
  • Louis Sullivan
  • I.M. Pei
  • What is the primary focus of functionalism in design?

    <p>Practical use and functionality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT a characteristic of organic architecture?

    <p>Prioritizing aesthetic appeal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between organic architecture and functionalism?

    <p>Organic architecture emphasizes harmony with nature, while functionalism prioritizes functionality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe the arrangement of light and shadow in art?

    <p>Chiaroscuro</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary idea behind Plato's Theory of Forms?

    <p>The physical world is not as real or true as timeless, absolute, unchangeable ideas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the central concept of Platonic idealism in art?

    <p>The ideal Forms are the perfect and true representations of reality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of organic architecture?

    <p>To harmonize the man-made world with nature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of M.C. Escher's art?

    <p>Optical illusions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between the physical world and the ideal Forms according to Plato?

    <p>The physical world is a copy of the ideal Forms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the theory of visual illusions based on?

    <p>The interaction between stimulus and neural paths in the early stages of visual processing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of illusory motion in design?

    <p>The interaction of elements to imply motion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three main types of optical illusions?

    <p>Cognitive, literal, and physiological illusions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is associated with the theory of illusionism?

    <p>Saul Smilansky, a professor of metaphysics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the aesthetic style that intentionally exploits the oddity of human perception?

    <p>Op Art</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What element of art is related to optical illusions?

    <p>Illusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

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