ROOTS
Mhyria Miller & Nami Kissalita
1 Root’s Design Thesis
2 Designer’s page
3 Current design trends
6 Elements of Design
7 Line
13 Texture
20 Space
25 Shape and Form
36 Light
52 Color
62 Mass
66 Pattern
68 Principles of Design
69 Scale
72 Proportion
75 Balance
82 Rhythm
87 Emphasis
90 Harmony (Unity & Variety)
99 Space Planning/Furniture arrangement
108 Locations page
CONTENTS Departments
Roots is a magazine that
celebrates the elements and
principles of design. The primary
focus of the magazine is to
showcase these elements and
principles with clear and simple
page layouts. Our design
inspiration comes from the idea of
simplicity and the power it holds.
To create a magazine that any
reader can follow and interpret is
the essence of Roots. The
magazine’s design aesthetic goes
beyond Athens, capturing various
representations and influences of
the building blocks of design in
varying environments.
DESIGN THESIS
As a former collegiate athlete and
aspiring Interior Designer my personality
and the challenges I take on attribute to
my personal three D’s: discipline, drive,
and dedication. Every since I was a
young girl I would always set goals in
every aspect of my life and wouldn’t quit until I achieved them. I enjoy and celebrate the
divine interrelationship between my goal stricken
self and my nature to just kick back and relax.
Growing up in the Florida Keys and being raised
with the idea that simplicity and conservation is the
essence of life is the backbone of my design
inspirations. Sustainability is an area of Interior
Design that intrigues me and an aspect I wish to
learn more about. That being said, when I’m a
professional I will strive to be open-minded and find
a design aesthetic that compliments both my values
and those of my clients. I will educate them and
allow them to have a hands-on experience
throughout the design process. I’m looking forward
to embracing the next chapter of my life.
Mhyria Miller .
Uganda to try and start a new life here in the States.
My parents journey, from growing up in the villages in
Uganda to coming here, has always been a source of
inspiration for me. They have taught me to always
pursue my dreams, not matter what!
With the help and support of my parents I'm now here
pursuing my dream to become an interior design. For
as long as I can remember I have always had a urge
to create. My dream is to create spaces that not only
move and inspire people but pushes and drives them
to ask questions about the shape and form of their
environment.
I have always felt that the true beauty of things lies in
tiny the details and I think that this magazine helps to
show this. When the basic principals and elements of
design are applied with though, care, and a critical eye
they can create spaces that are moving and magical.
I was born in a small town
in Washington to two new
residence of the United
States, Rose and William
Kisaalita . In 1982They had
just left their family, friends,
and worn torn country of
Nami K.
This month in Sustainable Trends we will look into the
growing movements of two very different fields of design.
Both have focused goals with plans of turning their trend
into a lifestyle. First we will take a look at various design
solutions for remodeling homes of elders. After, we will
briefly explore what sustainable design actually means
and a few factors that go into creating a sustainable
home.
Creating design solutions that will allow the elderly to stay
in their respected homes has recently become a booming
advocate of the home remodeling business. The comfort
of home can never be underestimated, and as a person
ages they cling to familiar surroundings. As cliché as it
sounds “home truly is where the heart is”; and more and
more elders want to remain in their existing environments.
Because of this, designers and repair contractors have
taken the initiative to research the best design solutions to
existing problems and constraints within a home. Over a
three day course a working team can become Certified
Aging- In- Place- Specialists. Throughout this course the
designers and repair contractors learn through limitations.
They are put through series of tests that limit their
accessibility by hindering their sight and movement. It is
asked of them to try and perform the tasks with these
ailments so that they can truly see what it is like to be an
elder with these problems.
Cynthia Leibrock has exemplary knowledge on aging and
the factors needed for redesigning accessible homes for
elders. She created a list that can be followed to improve
their living situations. Going through the lists one will see
that it is broken up into segments from “do it yourself”
improvements to more high-end jobs that require a
professional.
Do it now:
1. Tape down rugs.
2. Add handrails with extensions to both
sides of the stairs.
3. Add grab bars to your shower.
4. Reorganize your kitchen around the
tasks you perform.
5. Add offset pivot hinges to narrow doors.
Replace your shower head with a hand
held shower on a vertical grab bar.
6. Do an energy audit. (We generally need
higher ambient temperatures as we age.)
Add task lighting to improve visual acuity.
7. Be proactive about your health—
reorganize your house to encourage you
to make it fun to exercise and to cook
healthy meals. Try steam cooking; a
portable steamer costs less than $100.
Keep your house cleaner with a place to
remove shoes upon entering.
8. Remodel the inside of your cabinets.
Add pop-up shelves, lazy susans, pull-out
racks, and lighter colors, for example. Add
warning systems: Smoke detectors CO2
detectors, and driveway alerts.
9. Replace difficult controls with door
levers and cabinet "C" grips, not knobs;
use pressure switches, touch controls,
and rocker switches on lamps. To test
what works, try to use all controls with a
closed fist. Then try to use all of them with
one hand.
10. Replace your cookware for safety.
Look for stay-cool handles and nondrip
edges, for example.
11. You may need a new phone. If you have trouble
hearing on your phone, replace it with one that
amplifies high frequencies, not one that just
increases the volume. If you frequently dial wrong
numbers, find a phone with a large, lighted touchpad.
12. Use your house to reduce stress. Add a small fountain
that produces the relaxing sound of running water.
Keep relaxing music playing at all times. Add
speakers which don't require wiring.
13. Buy a comfortable chair that is easy to access and
exit, with arms well forward and space to put your
feet back so you can lean forward and push off.
Increase your security. Add deadbolts to all doors. Block
sliding-glass doors when not in use. Consider the
many options in security systems.
Do it later: adaptable solutions
1. Install the wall reinforcements, not the grab bars.
2. Install the track and wiring, not the $10,000 stair lift.
3. Add that study or den now and use it later for a live-in
caregiver.
4. Install wiring for an automatic door opener in a tight
hallway, and add the opener later.
5. Wall-mount cabinets so they can be lowered or raised
later.If the laundry is downstairs, wire and vent a
closet on an upper floor so you can add a small
washer-dryer at a later date.
6. Stack closets on multiple floors to form a shaft for an
elevator at a future time.
Do it as you remodel
1. If you are putting in a wood floor, recess
that area rug.
2. Use a nonslip finish on the wood floor.
3. Use a drop-down door bottom instead of
a threshold (which is a tripping
hazard).
4. Plan 4-foot hallways, 5-foot turnaround
spaces in each room, and clear floor
space for walkers, wheelchairs,
strollers, and scooters. Use
anthropometric measures to evaluate
the route by walking through your
house with elbows out to a 3-foot
width.
5. Add more windows and skylights with
low-E thermal glass. This will increase
ambient light levels. We may need a
fivefold increase in ambient light as
we age.
6. Replace your cook top with a safe and
fast induction model.
7. Build a seat into your shower.
8. Replace your oven with a safe, side-
hinged model. Add a pull-out shelf
below.
9. Replace your washer and dryer with
elevated, front-opening models.
Sustainable Design is the fastest growing area
of design that focuses on alternative, more
efficient means of building and living. It is a type
of design that requires professional designers to
have a willingness to learn and commitment to
limiting our home’s effect on the environment.
There are many factors that go into designing a
“green” home. First of all it must be
acknowledged as a process. Throughout the
entire design process and after, measures must
be taken to limit the environmental impact. The
following are areas to focus on implementing
when designing a sustainable home: Energy-
Efficient Features, Water-Efficient Features,
Resource-Efficient Features, Indoor Air Quality
Features, and Outside the Home features. By
picking products with labels such as
ENERGYSTAR and WaterSense, one is
guaranteed to not only save electricity, but save
money in the long run as well. Materials,
fixtures, and fittings that are considered
sustainable are more durable and have a greater
lifespan than those of non-sustainable products.
In conclusion, sustainable design is not only a
type of design; it’s a way of life; one in which will
continue to grow over time…
RainShine. LEED platinum house in Atlanta, Ga
Elements
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LINE
Straight horizontal
Straight vertical
Angular
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Curved tightly
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Straight Horizontal Lines make up this composition by creating
an even series of lines that guide the viewer towards the back
of the building in a systematic manner.
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Straight Vertical Lines are emphasized
in the windows of this building. The
lines are used for structural and aesthetic purposes.
Elongation of the façade is achieved through the use of
multiple vertical lines dividing the window panes.
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An angle is the figure
formed by two rays sharing a common endpoint. The angular lines are used in this space to create a glass dome ceiling. This feature lifts the viewers to the heavens and brings in light from above.
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CURVED
FLOWING
A flowing curved line is a line that
is not straight but is smooth and
flowing and deviated from zero
degrees. the curved featured on the
First Baptist Church are found on
the windows, steps, and domed
ceiling.
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LINE
The tightly curved lines on this mirror
give it a lot of visual interest, activity, and depth. The detailed molding provides the mirror with a good frame and makes it into the leading center piece of the stairwell.
Texture
Smooth
Rough
Surface Quality- Real
Surface Quality- Implied
Non-Reflective Texture
Reflective Texture
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The countertop in this Athen’s
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smooth texture element well.
The surface obviously has no
jagged edges or rigid surfaces.
The countertops are purely
smooth and pristine.
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The walls in this store were
made of rusticated brick. It
brings a very earthy feeling to
the space which coincides with
the outwear clothing they sell.
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The shower head showed here is
an example of Real tactile
texture. Just by looking at it one
can see that it would have
texture. The little bumps stick
out of the faucet head giving the
appearance of textured surface
quality.
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An implied surface quality is one
that looks different from how it feels. In the lobby Boyd the tile floors look to have small stones pressed into them. However, when touch the surface is actually smooth to the touch instead of touch and gritty.
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A non-reflective surface
is one that absorbs the light instead of reflecting it. The cut stone in the paving outside of the Athens First Bank is a good example of a non-reflective surface. The stone adds interest and a nice detail to the sidewalk.
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A reflective surface
is one that reflects back the light that is shown on it. the seating area in front of the national they feature sleek metal chairs and tables for customers. S
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Space
Positive space
Negative space
Crowding
Territoriality
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example of positive space. The
contents of the space take up the
whole room without allowing for
any negative space.
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This shop had hanging paper
ornamentation that represented
the element of negative space.
Each piece of paper had cut out
shapes that allowed for light to
come through because of the
absence of paper.
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An area designed for crowding is an area that is designed to
manage a large number of people. The plaza in front of the Tate Center has been designed to manage a large number of pedestrians Because of it’s location, the Tate Center often has large burst of pedestrian traffic from students changing class. The layout of the space provides enough room for students to flow through it easily
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Territoriality has to do with the
need for people to have their own personal space. At the Science Library they have single student study desk that are each placed into their own nooks. This gives the space a sense of privacy and allows a student to relax enough to feel free to study.
Shape & Form
Geometric Shape
Natural/ Organic Shape
Abstract Shape
Non-representational Shape
Static Shape
Dynamic Shape
Geometric Form
Natural Form
Abstract
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SHAPE
Shape is the outer form of
an object or figure such as a circle, triangle, square, or rectangle. A 2d shape is one that can be measured using only height and width. The 2d geometric shapes in the pattern on the tapestry is mostly made up of rectangles, squares, and circles. The large but simple design helps to fill the room, but doesn’t overbear it.
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SHAPE
A 2D natural shape is a
shape normally found in nature that is represented in a two dimensional form. In this room the tapestry acts as a wall cover to break up the monotony of the white wall and as a large art piece.
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This sculpture was done by an
artist friend of our family. His
inspiration comes from creating
abstract forms that allow a
person’s mind to wander and
come to their own conclusions
on what the piece of art means.
His concepts are not associated
with any specific instances or
forms.
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This sculpture is a great
representation of a non-objective
form. The piece of art does not
represent any object, figure, or
element of nature. It is simple
yet beautiful. The location of the
sculpture adds to the piece by
creating a sense of freedom and
peacefulness.
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The background of this sign is a
good example of non-
representational shapes because
it is primarily the elements of
line, and color without any
influence from actual people,
places, or things.
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A static shape is one that
is well grounded in its form with heavy lines. The memorial on Broad street slowly tapers up and has tree large sections on the bottom it give it a stable base. The tall obelisk ask as a beacon pointngtowards the sky.
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The statue shown at the
entrance of the Vince Dooley
Athletic Complex is an example
of a dynamic shape. The men in
the statue looks as if they’re in
motion which compliments this
element of design.
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A geometric
shape is one where you can measure the Length, width, and depth. The foundation featured in front of the First Presbyterian Church is a nice touch to their small garden. The sound of the running water helps to block out the noise from the street nearby.
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SHAPE
Objects in the third dimension
have depth. They are solid shapes with length, width, and height. 3D natural and organic shapes are objects that can be found in nature. This small delicate flower and its natural organic shape provides the room with life and interest.
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shapes and forms in this picture
allow the viewer to come to their
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Log Cabin in N.C.
Light
Natural light
Combustion lighting
Ambient lighting
Uplighters
Task lighting
Track lighting
Floor lamps
Table lamps
Mood lighting
Art lighting
Colored lighting
Glare from natural light
Soffit lighting
Toe kick or raiser lighting
Glare from general lighting
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Natural light is unique in that it
changes its type of light
throughout the day. It is a
healthy type of lighting that
humans find to be a necessity.
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Combustion lighting is light that
is brought to a room by
candlelight or firelight. These
candles in my bedroom are an
example of this type of lighting.
Combustion lighting brings a
warm and inviting feel to a room.
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Ambient lighting is a type of
lighting that gives a certain
mood to a place without it being
its main light source. This room
exemplifies the idea of ambient
lighting in its column and wall
mounted lighting.
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The uplighting in the Rankin
Smith Center gives the space its
light by distributing warm light
upwards that is not
overwhelming to the eye. It
creates a mood that allows for a
person to study comfortably.
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This light fixture is a creative
representation of task lighting.
The fixture itself is funky and
would be a great accent feature
in a room that needs a little
added spice.
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Frontier
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The track lighting shown here is
in our home in North Carolina. It
is the main source of light in our
living area but it also does a
great job of highlighting the
wood details as well.
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Log Cabin in N.C.
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Floor lamps are a great way to
have task lighting while giving
visual interest to a room. Lamps
such as the one shown can give a
room a sense of style while being
efficient at its task.
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This shop had an array of table
lamps. There were many
different designs but they all
shared the main purpose of task
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The soft lighting over the
bed is an example of mood lighting. The lighting here is used to create a comfortable environment were one can relax after a hard day of work.
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With art lighting, the light fixture can be considered an art piece itself. These art
piece are made from a thinner material to let a little light shine though and thenwrapped with a dark cord to add contrast. They seem to float in midair and thewarm light they produce adds a comforting feeling to the space. These pieces actas art and as task lighting for the workers in the dining hall.
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Colored lights are lights that shine light that is red, orange, yellow, green,
blue, or purple. Colored lights are usually used to set a type of mood or invoke a feeling in a space. At the Variety Playhouse during shows colored lights are used to add a mood and aide the music in communicating it’s message or feeling to the audience.
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Natural light is light provided
to us through the sun. When
natural light becomes too
bright or intense it can
produce glare which can
result in irritation and fatigue.
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LIGHTING
Glare can be produced from interior
light fixtures as well. Here is an example of glare in the lobby of the Science Library caused by the light fixtures above. Since it is minimum and on the floor the it doesn’t cause to much of a problem for people walking through it.
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Toe kick lighting is a form of indirect lighting. In
this example, the lights are placed underneath the counter to help illuminate the floor and when light cast a warm gentle glow.
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Here the soffit lighting is
used to illuminate the Athens first bank sign and helps to create a welcoming entrance.
Color
Monochromatic color scheme
Analogous color scheme
Direct Complementary colors
Split Complementary colors
Triadic Complementary colors
Double Complementary colors
Tetrad Complementary colors
Alternate Complementary colors
Neutral color palette
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The monochromatic color
schemes shown here are great
examples of how one hue can be
broken into various values and
chromas to create a harmonious
color scheme that is pleasing to
the eye. (note the white hue in
the quilt is not part of the
monochromatic scheme.)
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Bedroom in Residence & Marriott hotel
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The various pictures shown here
exhibit the analogous color
scheme. Each picture shows what
colors look like that are next to
each other on the color wheel. I
believe the one on the right best
displays how this color
combination can work well and
harmonize the composition.
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COMPLEMENTARY
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A direct complementary color scheme is a
color scheme that uses colors that are directly across from one another on the color where. In this room the two complementary colors used are red and green with the red framing the green bed by surrounding it on the wall and floor.
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The two pictures shown here
exhibit the split complementary
color scheme in that they have
one main hue and two equally
spaced colors from its
complement as accent colors.
This color scheme has strong
visual contrast in both pictures
shown. I believe the photo on the
right does the best job of
balancing these varying colors.
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Various rooms showing color scheme
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The mural shown in the picture
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the triadic complementary color
scheme. Although they aren’t
evenly spaced around the whole
color wheel, the colors used are
evenly spaced around “half” of
the color wheel. My inspiration
picture on the bottom is a great
representation however. The
vibrant colors are a pure
giveaway that this is a triadic
complementary color scheme.
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Fire Station
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A double complement consist of two pairs of complementary
colors. In this example the shoes at agora have the colors, red, green, purple, and yellow acting as the two sets. These shoes are funky and fun because of the multiple colors.
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COMPLEMENTARY
A tetradic color scheme
is one were the colors used are separated by 90 degrees of hue. In this example the four colors work together to create a lively color pallet that really flows and works well with the rest of the room.
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COMPLEMENTARY
An alternate-complementary color scheme consists of a color, its complement and the
complement's two adjacent colors.
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A neutral color palette is one
that features mostly grays, browns, and whites. A neutral palette can give a room a more relaxing feeling because of the cool basic colors. This room uses the colors, white, grey, black, and blue to create a relaxing space to unwind in at the end of the day.
Mass
Actual density
Optical density
Massing
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Actual density is shown in this
photograph by the mass this
building exudes. Solid brick work
composes this building which
gives the museum its heavy
appearance.
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The bookcase shown in this
hotel lobby shows optical density
in that although it is not solid
wood and has cut outs for books
and ornamentation, it still
appears dense.
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Lobby at the Marriott
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MASSING
ROOTS
Driftmier Engineering
Department.
Massing is when
objects are placed together to create unity and organization . Massing can give an area a more weighted or solid feel to it. In this example, all of the books are placed along one wall, to organize and group them together.
Pattern
Placement of emphasis
Character of the pattern
The pattern color scheme
The scale of the pattern
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PATTERN
ROOTS
Residence of Austin Martin
In this room the place of emphasis is on
the wall tapestry hung on the left side of the wall. This is the point of emphasis because of the scale of the pattern is much large than any other in the room. The style of the tapestry is repeating geometric shapes and the color scheme is made up of blue, orange, and green.
Principles
Of
Design
Scale
Human Scale
Symbolic Scale
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HUMAN
SCALE
ROOTS
Residence of Austin Martin
Human scale is important to keep in mind
when looking at a space. Human scale can help us determine if a space is too small or large for a person and if they will be comfortable in it. In this example the size of this room and the size of the furnishing in it have be carefully thought about and choose to make people feel at ease
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The sorority and fraternity
facades shown are a good
example of symbolic scale. The
mass and wealth these buildings
exude give them their symbolic
significance.
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KAPPA ALPHA THETA
SIGMA ALPHA EPSILON
Proportion
Object in proportion with space
Object not in proportion with space
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The Hunter Homes Academic
Building is a great example of
object in proportion. The façade
exudes symmetry, harmony, and
balance, giving the overall
composition a very proportional
aesthetic.
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Hunter Homes Academic Bldg.
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OBJECT
ROOTS
Junkman’s Daughters
NOT
IN
PROPORTION
The paper lantern shown is
about 4ft tall and because it’s obscene size dominates the small space and is out of proportion with the rest of the room. This bland paper lantern acts a bad center because of its color and lack of interest. It draws the viewer’s attention only because it fails to fit in the design space.
Balance
Visual symmetry
Structural symmetry
Visual asymmetry
Visual Radial
Structural asymmetric
Structural Radial
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VISUAL
SYMMETRY
ROOTS
Myers Quad
A space with visual
symmetry is one that reflects itself exactly across a central axis point. In this example the axis point can be found in the middle of the image and on both sides of this point the image is perfectly balanced. This balance makes the space very organized and comforting to the viewer.
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STRUCTUAL
SYMMETRY
ROOTS
Soule Hall
Structural symmetry like visually
symmetry is when a space is the same on both sides of it’s central axis point. In this example the steps leading into soul hall show us structural symmetry. The balanced created by the pillars and windows leads down to the door visually and physically.
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VISUAL
ASYMMETRY
ROOTS
Downtown Parking Deck, Athens
GA
Asymmetry is the absence of symmetry. The
parking deck is an example of a very well balanced asymmetrical building. Because the elevator is slightly to the left, it throws off the perfect symmetry, and it gives the building dynamic interest. The repletion in with the windows helps give the building a calm rhythm.
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The church shown in the picture
is a prime example of structural
asymmetry. Small elements are
being contrasted with large
massive elements. The accented
reds are being contrasted with
the church’s primary white color.
Overall, the façade shown here is
a great example of the powerful
feeling a structural asymmetric
building can give.
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St. Paul’s Episcopal Church
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The painting displayed
represents the visual radial
principle of design accurately.
The design is centered around
the leaf bug in the middle of the
painting representing life and its
surroundings.
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Painting in Residence
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The ceiling shown here is a
great example of balance in its
structural radial form. The
cupola is designed for hot air to
rise in the summer time keeping
homes cooler and less humid.
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Ceiling of Residence
Rhythm
Repetition or Metric
Gradation or Climactic
Contrast
Transition or flowing
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The support under the top porch
area is an example of repetition.
The motif is repeated all around
the porch in an ordered fashion.
The motif shown has structural
purpose as well as an evident
ornamentation value.
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Whistle Bar
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The façade of the building
shown here is a great example of
climactic rhythm. As the eye
takes in this overwhelming/busy
building, one will most likely
have an emotional reaction.
Whether the reaction is positive
or negative depends on the
viewer, but the powerful
composition strikes an emotional
impact one way or the other.
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Ripley’s Believe It Or Not
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CONTRAST
ROOTS
Broad St. Athens GA,
Along Broad St there are several stores and restaurants that standout and
contrast one another by painting their building different colors. The pattern of light and dark hue mixed with earthy and vibrant shades helps to make the street as a whole very colorful and lively.
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TRANSITION
FLOWING
ROOTS
A flowing transition is a rhythm that
allows the eye to travel through a space without interruption. The windows above this building allow the eye to glide from window to window because of the curved molding.
Emphasis
Focal point visual
Focal point structural
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The large cross next to the
Episcopal church shown is the
focal point of the composition.
Any person who looks at this
church would most likely be
immediately drawn to the cross.
Symbolically and because of its
mass is why most people’s eyes
would be drawn to it.
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Episcopalian Church
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FOCAL
ROOTS
Planet Smoothie
POINT
STRUCTUA;
A focal point is an area that is visually important and
strongly engaging. At the corner of _ and _ this building acts as the focal point. It commands the viewers eye because of the delicate molding details and the tower on top.
Harmony (Unity & Variety)
Unity through Line
Unity through Shape
Unity through Color
Unity through Repetition
Variety through Color
Variety through materials
Variety through furniture
Variety through modern in contrast to old
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Unity by line is represented well
in these rugs by its apparent use
of straight vertical and horizontal
lines. The lines bring each rug
together in a harmonious whole.
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Various Rugs
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Unity by shape is utilized in this
outdoor fireplace. As one can see
this piece uses the circle as its
prominent shape with accented
triangle and rectangular shaped
tile work.
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Outdoor Fireplace
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The façade of the building
shown here is a great example of
unity through use of color. The
varying shades of red create a
harmonious feel and a sense of
unity and wholeness.
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Boar’s Head Saloon
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The wooden railings and tile
designs shown here are good
representations of unity by
repetition. These repetitious
lines and shapes unify and bring
together the aesthetic of the two
designs.
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Florida residence
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VARIETY
THROUGH
ROOTS
Junkman’s Daughter’s
COLOR
At the shoe display in
Junkman’s the walls are draped with colorful string and drapery. The multitude of colors are used help to brighten and enclose the space. The variety of hot pinks, purples, yellows, blues, and greens bring it together and give it a flashy feel.
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VARIETY
THROUGH
ROOTS
MATERIALS
The bronze and white stone
help to create an elegant entrance for the _ . these two different materials next to one another add lots of visual interest to the space and help to give it a grand feeling.
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VARIETY
THROUGH
FURNITURE
ROOTS
Junkman’s Daughter
The seating at Junkman’s consist of a variety of
funky chairs. In this example, all three chairs have different, texture, colors, and even shapes. For this store such variety works extremely well. It helps to give the store a lot of unique points of interest that are centered on quirky novelty items.
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MODREN
TO
ROOTS
Junkman’s Daughters
OLD In this example neon shades and
bold floral prints, both of which are popular trend today, have been applied to these more traditional paper lanterns. It gives them a fun modern kick and adds a twist of originality to a more traditional piece.
Space Planning/Furniture Arrangement
Unity through Line
Unity through Shape
Unity through Color
Unity through Repetition
Variety through Color
Variety through materials
Variety through furniture
Variety through modern in contrast to old
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SUCCESSFUL
ROOTS
Athens First Bank
SPACEF
UNCTION
The design in this space is one that works well
because of how well the space is organized. The seating is grouped together as is the art and it is also clear were traffic is suppose to flow around the space.
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UNSUCCESSFUL
ROOTS
Residence of Erik Edwards
SPACE
FUNCTION
The design of this
space doesn’t work well. One reason that is fails is because of how chaotic and unorganized it is. There isn’t enough storage space for items so they end up on the floor, and the lighting in the space makes it feel like a cave.
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STRAIGHT
ROOTS
Five Guys, Athens GA
LINE
GROUPING
A straight- line furniture grouping is when seating is arranged in a
line. This arrangement works well for the seating outside of Five Guys because it saves space and also allows customers a nice view of downtown Athens.
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L-SHAPED
ROOTS
East Campus Village Lobby
GROUPING
An L-shaped furniture grouping is
formed when two set of seating pieces are placed at right angles to each other. This seating arrangement is used throughout the ECV dorm lobbies and it helps to create an intimate seating area for students.
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The furniture arrangement
shown in these examples are
considered parallel groupings.
The chairs in the bottom picture
are seated parallel and close to
each other fostering intimate one
on one conversations. The top
picture is a little more
community oriented with its
open floor plan and space
around the furniture. However
the parallel arrangement again
allows for intimate face to face
conversations.
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The Pierre House & RainShine Home
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The leather recliner’s in these
pictures are great examples of
solo grouping furniture
arrangement. The chairs sit in
the selected rooms not only to
take up unused space, but to
offer a quiet reading area for
someone.
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Bed & Breakfast
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The various pictures shown here
are primary examples of circular
furniture groupings. This type of
seating fosters good
conversation. I believe seating
arrangements such as these are
warm and inviting and constitute
a friendly atmosphere.
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Various Living Areas
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The desk area shown here is a
prime example of U-shaped
groupings. Its meant for a one
person work area, however, it is
designed to be able to have
collaborative group meetings
when needed. I believe this is a
good representation of this type
of furniture placement because of
the open desk area to the left.
People can pull up chairs and
converse with the worker easily.
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Office Desk Area
LOCATIONS
Student Ramsey Center
300 River Rd Athens, GA 30602-1507
Masada 238 E Clayton St
Athens, GA 30601-2705
River Club Apartment 1005 Macon Hwy Athens Ga 30606
Barrow Hall 201 Barrow Hall Athens Ga 30602-2407
School Kids Records
264 E Clayton St Athens, GA 30601-2705
Frontier 193 E Clayton St
Athens, GA 30601-2702
Smathers Beach
S Roosevelt Blvd Key West, FL 33040
Five and Ten 1653 S Lumpkin St
Athens, GA 30606
Black Mountain Home 95 old cove rd. Black Mountain 28711
Vince Dooley Athletic compl ex
UGA Athens, GA 30601
Heerys Too 184 E Clayton St
Athens, GA 30601-2703
Rankin Smith Center
E Rutherford St Athens, GA 30605
Big Pine Key Home 29565 Big Pine Key Fl 33043
Marriott hotel
3031-41 North Roosevelt Blvd. Key West FL
Key West Museum of Art
281 Front St Key West, FL 33040-8313
Whistle bar 224 Duval St
Key West, FL 33040-6569
Ripleys believe it or not
108 Duval St Key West, FL 33040-6506
Boars Head saloon
400 Front St Key West, FL 33040-6617
St. Pauls church
401 Duval St Key West, FL 33040-6550
The Pierre House 1 Duval Street
Key West, FL 33040
St. Francis in the Keys 1600 Key Deer Blvd Big Pine Key, FL 33043
Monroe County Fire Dept. 390 Key Deer Blvd. Big Pine Key, Fl 33043
Conner Hall
301 Cedar Street
UGA, Athens, GA 30602
Kappa Alpha Theta
338 S Milledge Ave
Athens, GA 30605-1096
Sigma Alpha Epsilon
247 Pulaski St
Athens, GA 30601
Hunter Homes Academic Bldg105 Holmes UGA
Athens, GA 30602
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LOCATIONS (contd.)
University of Georgia Theatre department
University of Georgia
Athens, GA30602-3154
Butts-Mehre Heritage Museum1 Selig Circle
Athens, GA 30602
Trapeze bar
269 North Hull Street,
Athens, GA 30601
Boyd Graduate Studies Building
210 DW Brooks DriveUniversity of Georgia
Athens, GA 30602
Tate plaza
48 Baxter Street,
Athens, GA 30602
Side walk on Hull Street
Hull St. 252Athens, GA 30601
The National232 W Hancock Ave.
Athens, GA 30601
Residence of Nami Kisaalita, bedroom
255 Appleby Dr.
Athens GA 30605
Residence of Anna
Tankered, kitchen1000 River Bend Parkway
Apt. 12
Athens GA 30605
Residence of Austin
martin, living room, 169 Whippoorwill circle
Athens GA 30605,
Broad Street, 2 pages
Agora
260 W Clayton StAthens, GA 30601
Georgia theatre 215 North Lumpkin Street
Athens, GA 30601
Residence for Jordan
Sims, Bedroom192 Grove St.
Athens, GA 30605
ECV dinning hall
Variety playhouse1099 Euclid Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30307
Residence of Ibanda
Ruhumbekia, kitchen
335 Daisy LaneAthens, GA 30605
Office of William Kisaalita934 Agriculture Dr.
Athens, GA 30602
Junkman’s Daughter’s
Brother
458 E Clayton St, Athens, GA 30601
Myers quad1055 S Lumpkin St
Athens, GA 30602
Soule hall
1056 S Lumpkin St
Athens, GA 30602
Downtown Athens parking
deck133 East Washington Street
Athens, GA 30601
Planet smoothie
191 E Broad StAthens, GA 30601
Residence of Erik Edwards, Bedroom
1512 River Rd
Athens, GA 30602
Five guys
101 College AvenueAthens, GA 30601
Residence of Jordan Sims, Bedroom
154 Claytor St
Athens Ga, 30605
Athens first bank
2365 Prince AvenueAthens GA 30606
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