0. Types of Color Schemes Monochromatic Related -Analogous Contrast
-Complementary
-Split Complementary
-Triadic

1. Monochromatic
One color and its values

2. Analogous Colors 2 of 3 similar adjacent colors on a color wheel
Often also used with a neutral color *

3. Contrast Complementary
Colors that are direct opposite each other on the color wheel
Complementary colors are
“opposites” and
generally result in
good contrast
Naturally go well
together

4. Split Complementary
A color and the two colors that are next to the complementary color

5. Triad Color Scheme
Any three colors spaced equally from each other in the color wheel
Creates an equilateral triangle on the color wheel *

6. RED
Anger
Excitement
Love
Dominant
Strong
Intense
Active *

7. BLUE
Calm
Sad
Comfort
Security
Loyalty
Trust *

8. YELLOW
Happy
Cheerful
Energetic *

9. GREEN
Calm
Happy
Natural
Quietness
Refreshment
Endurance
Stability *

10. ORANGE
Exciting
Upsetting
Distressing
Determination
Success *

11. PURPLE
Defined
Royal
Distinguished
Power
Ambition
Luxury *

12. WHITE *yes technically it’s a “value” not a true color
Purity
Goodness
Light
Innocence
Positive
Simple
Clean *

13. BLACK *yes technically it’s a “value” not a true color
Elegant
Powerful
Formal
Death *

19. Elements of Design

20. Space
Space is the 3 dimensional expanse that a designer is working with.
Large, open spaces give people a feeling of freedom and luxury.
Too much open space can make people feel lonely and uncomfortable.
Rooms with high ceilings or too few furnishings can have this effect as well.
Empty parts of room may look larger than smaller areas containing furniture.
Crowded spaces with too much furniture may make you feel confined.
On the other hand, you may feel snug and secure.

21. Line Line outlines form and conveys a sense of movement or direction.
Lines can be used to convey a sense of strength, serenity, gracefulness, or action.
All lines are either straight or curved and are placed in a direction, vertical, horizontal, or diagonal.
Vertical lines can convey strength and stability
(pinstriped suit)
A horizontal line may suggest rest.
Diagonal or zigzag lines evoke excitement and movement.
Curved lines have a graceful and delicate effect.

22. Form Form describes the shape and structure of solid objects.
Large heavy objects such as pianos or sofas give a feeling of stability.
Their massive appearance adds a solid feeling to the room.
Placing several small objects together will create stability as well (such as 2 chairs and a table grouped together)
Designers are usually more concerned with apparent weight rather than actual weight.
Light colors pair with other light colors equal a lightness
Light colors paired with dark colors may add weight.

23. Texture
Texture
An object’s texture is the appearance or feel of its surface.
Texture can influence the way people feel in a room.
Plush carpet and furniture covered with soft fabric provide a sense of comfort.
Nubby, rough materials convey a feeling of ruggedness and stability.
Smooth velvets and heavy brocades suggest luxury.
Glass, metal and stone give a feeling a coolness.
Texture can also affect apparent size.
Soft silky fabric on a couch may seem smaller than rough and ragged fabric on a couch.
Smooth textures reflect light and rough textures absorb light.

24. Principles of Design

25. Balance SYMMETRICAL BALANCE ASYMMETRICAL BALANCE
Creates a quiet, restful feeling.
Suggests restraint, orderliness, formality.
Also called, FORMAL balance.
ASYMMETRICAL BALANCE
Creates more interesting arrangements.
Suggests informality, relaxed.
Also referred to as INFORMAL balance.

26. Rhythm
Rhythm by Repetition
Rhythm by Gradation
Rhythm by Radiation
Rhythm by Opposition
Rhythm by Transition

27. Scale and Proportion SCALE PROPORTION
Relates to the actual and relative size and visual weight of the design and its components.
Furniture and accessories must be in scale to the room
PROPORTION
The Golden Mean – the division of a line or form so that the smaller portion has the same ratio to the larger as the larger has to the whole.
The creative use of color, texture, pattern, and furniture arrangement can create illusions of properly proportioned space.

28. Emphasis
The center or focus of attention and interest within a design

29. Harmony
UNITY
Unity occurs when all the parts of a home or room are related by one idea.
A unified design has consistency of style
VARIETY
When two or more different elements of design are used to add interest to a design.
Variety can be achieved by combining different styles and materials, as long as they are compatible.