Principle of Design: Balance

(Formal), Rhythm (Regular), Unity

Elements of Design: Line

(Horizontal), Form, Texture

Justification: The horizontal lines in

this building gives off a calming

feeling. This building is part of

CCNY College and the horizontal

lines fit the peaceful feeling of

school.

Principle of Design: Balance (Formal),

Rhythm, Unity

Justification: The front of this building is

symmetrical. If an imaginary line is drawn

vertically down the center of the front,

through the tip, the left and the right sides

are identical.

Elements of Design: Color (Warm), Shape,

Texture (Rough)

Principle of Design: Emphasis, Contrast

(Color), Unity

Justification: The bright red of the building

makes it stand out against the green plants

and grey-brown rocks. It looks as if the

building is emerging from the hill.

Elements of Design: Color (Warm), Form,

Texture (Rough)

Principle of Design: Balance (Informal),

Contrast (Shape)

Elements of Design: Lines (Curved),

Color (Warm), Shape

Justification: The warm orange gives the

house a cozy and welcoming feel. Also,

the red stairs look more inviting and

friendly. This house looks like a very

happy and carefree place to live in.

Principle of Design: Balance

(Informal), Rhythm (Regular), Unity

Elements of Design: Line (Vertical),

Form, Space, Texture (Smooth)

Justification: The building like

structures sticking out are all cluttered

and cramped. The lower half space is

used more while the top half has more

room.

Principle of Design: Contrast (Color &

Texture)

Elements of Design: Line (Vertical),

Color (Cool), Form, Texture (Smooth)

Justification: The smooth texture of the

glass on the building reflects the

sunlight off its surface, making the

building appear brighter and shinier.

The glass also makes it look more

modern and cleaner.

Principle of Design:

Balance (Formal),

Rhythm (Regular),

Proportion/Scale,

Contrast (Proportion),

Unity

Justification:

The building on the

left was built to look

almost two times

bigger than the

building on the right.

The ratio is about 2:1.

Elements of Design:

Line (Horizontal)

Principle of Design: Rhythm

(Regular), Unity

Justification: The color of the

floor, chairs, and roof of the

building are all the same color.

The elements in this picture,

such as the thatched roof and

clear water, give it a peaceful

and relaxing feel.

Elements of Design: Line

(Horizontal), Space, Texture

(Rough)

Principle of Design: Balance (Formal), Rhythm

(Regular), Unity

Elements of Design: Line (Horizontal), Color

(Warm), Shape, Space (Clutter), Texture

(Rough), Value

Justification: The colors making up this building

are all different shades of the same color. The

pinkish-red bricks that make up the center of the

building are a darker shade than the ones on the

bottom.

Principle of Design: Balance (Formal),

Contrast (Texture)

Elements of Design: Color (Warm), Shape,

Texture (Rough)

Justification: The building is outlined in a

shape of a wide and stout pentagon. There is

also another, more slender, pentagon outlined

in the middle with a pointed arch shaped

window in the center. The entrance also has

this pointed arch shape.

Conclusion

1. In what way do certain elements or principles identify the time period in which a structure was created?

More modern buildings tend to be made of glass or other smooth and bright

material. Older buildings are usually made with stone or wood, making the building look rough and darker. Furthermore, there are more contrasts and

emphasize using colors.

2. What factors might account for an incorrect identification?

Looking at a building from a certain point of view can change the way we perceive the building. Symmetry and unity may be harder to notice.

3. Describe an example of a way that design principles and elements could impact the function of a building.

Taller buildings tend to be more formal and business-like. Houses and other buildings made for comfort are made with warmer colors and built more

horizontally.