1. Objective 3.01: Apply the Elements of Design

2. Elements of Design
Line
Form
Space
Mass
Texture
Color

3. 2. FORM Form is the PHYSICAL SHAPE of objects
It contains volume, mass, height, width, and depth.

4. Form/Shape
Fills Space

5. Form/Shape

6. Form/Shape

7. Three guidelines for using form:
Form follows function. This means that the FUNCTION of an item should be considered first before its form.
Related forms are more agreeable than unrelated forms.
A gradual change in form smoothly directs the eyes.
Look at the pictures on page 246.

8. Form can be realistic, abstract, geometric, and free.

9. Realistic Form – when a form looks very much like the real thing.

10. Abstract Form – rearranges or stylizes a recognizable object.

11. Geometric Form – uses squares, rectangles, circles, and other geometric figures to create form.

12. When forms that are very different from each other are placed together, the effect isn’t satisfying.

13. A designer strives to combine forms in a way that creates a harmonious design (a design in which every item fits well with others).

14. Do these two forms match?

15. 3. SPACE The area around a form and inside a form.
The walls of a room define its space.
Good design considers the SIZE OF THE SPACE and ARRANGEMENT OF THE SPACE.

16. Large windows and cathedral ceilings create a feeling of openness and more space
Small spaces make you feel cozy.
Using mirrors gives a feeling of more space.
You can section rooms off for a more intimate feeling.
Look at pictures on p 247.

17. Color divides space

18. Counter/Sofa divide space

19. Furniture divides space

20. TEXTURE
The way a surface feels (TACTILE) or appears to feel (VISUAL) .

21. Tactile Texture

22. Visual texture

23. Faux Texture

24. Tactile Texture

25. Tactile Texture

26. Tactile Texture

27. Smooth Texture

28. Color Color is the most significant element of design.
Color can be used to express a person’s individuality or to create a certain mood or illusion.
Color can make a warm room seem cooler and make a cool room seem warmer.