Principles of Design: Chapter 19

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Which design principle focuses on the size relationships within a design, often utilizing concepts like the Golden Section?

  • Proportion (correct)
  • Unity
  • Scale
  • Balance

When designing a room, considering the height of a doorway in relation to the average human height is an application of which principle?

  • Emphasis
  • Rhythm
  • Variety
  • Scale (correct)

Creating a design where one half mirrors the other exemplifies which type of balance?

  • Symmetrical Balance (correct)
  • Radial Balance
  • Dynamic Balance
  • Asymmetrical Balance

In a garden design, repeating a pattern of flowering plants along a pathway to guide the viewer's eye demonstrates which principle of design?

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What is the primary purpose of emphasis in a design?

<p>To guide the viewer's eye to a focal point or center of interest. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which design principle involves creating a sense that all elements in a design belong together and share a common theme?

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Combining different styles, materials, or colors in a design to prevent monotony and add interest is the application of which principle?

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Why is understanding the principles of design important in the creation of visual works?

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Which of the following examples best demonstrates the principle of 'gradation' in rhythm?

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In asymmetrical balance, how is equilibrium achieved?

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What is the primary characteristic of a 'focal point' created through emphasis?

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How does variety contribute to the overall impact of a design?

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If a room is designed with furniture and décor that all share a similar color palette and style, which principle of design is being emphasized?

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Which type of rhythm is achieved by arranging elements so that they radiate outward from a central point?

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How does scale affect the perception of space in interior design?

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What is the role of 'opposition' as a type of rhythm in design?

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Which principle is most concerned with the visual weight and arrangement of elements to create stability?

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What distinguishes design that incorporates unity from one that lacks it?

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What is the purpose of transition as a type of rhythm in design?

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Which of the following design scenarios would require careful consideration of 'proportion'?

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Flashcards

Proportion

Refers to the size relationships within an object or design.

Scale

How an object's size relates to human beings or other objects in a design

Balance

The design principle providing a feeling of equality.

Rhythm

The principle suggesting connected movement between design parts.

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Emphasis

The center of interest or focal point in a design.

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Unity

Occurs when all design parts are related by one idea

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Variety

Occurs when different styles and materials are combined.

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Study Notes

  • Chapter 19 focuses on Principles of Design
  • Understands how to implement the elements of design by recognizing the seven basic principles

The 7 Principles of Design

  • Proportion
  • Scale
  • Balance
  • Rhythm (Repetition)
  • Emphasis (Focal Point)
  • Unity
  • Variety

Proportion

  • Refers to the size relationships within an object or design.
  • Includes the Golden Section, the Golden Rectangle, and recognizing good proportion

Scale

  • Refers to how the size of an object or space relates to human beings and other objects or spaces in a design.
  • Includes the Human Scale

Balance

  • It provides a feeling of equality
  • Symmetrical balance
  • Asymmetrical balance

Rhythm

  • Suggests connected movement between different parts of a design
  • Repetition
  • Radiation
  • Gradation
  • Opposition
  • Transition

Emphasis

  • "Center of interest"
  • "Focal point"

Unity and Variety

  • Unity occurs when all parts of a design are related by one idea
  • Variety occurs when different styles and materials are combined

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