Learning about the fundamental elements of design, including line, shape, color, and texture, as well as the principles of design, including balance, proportion, and emphasis.
Color Theory: Understanding the relationship between colors and how they interact with each other to communicate different moods and emotions.
Composition: Learning how to arrange different elements in a way that creates a balanced and harmonious look and feel.
Space: Understanding how to use space to create a sense of flow and movement in a room or space.
Texture: Understanding how different textures impact the overall look and feel of a space.
Proportion and Scale: Learning how to play with the size and proportion of different elements to create a visually pleasing space.
Balance: Learning how to create balance with the use of symmetry and asymmetry.
Harmony: Understanding how to use elements of design that work together to create a cohesive and unified space.
Contrast: Using contrasting elements to create visual interest and add depth to a design.
Form: Understanding how different shapes and forms can be used to create a specific mood or style in a space.
Pattern: Learning how to use patterns in a design to add visual interest and texture.
Lighting: Understanding how to use lighting to highlight different elements in a room and create a mood or ambiance.
Materials: Understanding the properties of different materials and how they impact the look and feel of a space.
Function: Understanding how the use and purpose of a space impact the design choices.
Line: A continuous mark connecting two points in space creating a boundary, direction or movement in a design.
Shape: An enclosed form created by a combination of lines, colors or textures.
Texture: Surface qualities that can be seen or felt, adding depth to design.
Color: A visual sensation created by different wavelengths of light, providing an emotional and psychological impact on design.
Space: The area between and around objects, creating a visual movement or pattern.
Form: Three-dimensional objects that have length, width and depth, adding visual weight and presence to design.
Scale: The proportion of an object in relation to its surroundings, creating a sense of balance or hierarchy.
Balance: The distribution of visual weight in a design, creating stability or tension.
Harmony: The combination of all design elements to create a cohesive and pleasing aesthetic.
Contrast: The use of opposing elements to create interest and variety in a design.
Rhythm: The repetition of elements to create a sense of movement or pattern in a design.
Proportion: The relationship between different design elements, creating a sense of balance and harmony.
Emphasis: The use of focus and hierarchy to draw attention to specific design elements.
Unity: The combination of design elements to create a cohesive and integrated design.