ELEMENTS OF DESIGN
There are six elements of design — SPACE , L I NE , FORM, T EXTURE , PAT T ERN , COLOR . Interior Decorators use these elements in their day to day work. The coordinating or contrasting use of these six elements will determine the total decorating theme for each client.
Notice how this room uses soft, light, neutral tones with low contrast to make the space seem larger.
SPACE Space is the area in which we work. It defines boundaries and sets the limits of our design. It is limited by width, length and height. You must learn how to assess the space, how to make space smaller or larger and how to use it most effectively. TO MAKE THE SPACE SE EM SMAL L ER ASSESS THE SPACE
TO MAKE THE SPACE SE EM L ARGER • Use soft, light, cool colors • Keep the eye moving by using colors with low contrast
• Properly measure, include ceiling heights • Note all architectural elements, such as columns, fireplace • Note location of windows and skylights— natural light affects the interpretation of space
• Use patterns or dark, warm colors or intense contrasting colors that will make walls, etc., seem to advance visually
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