Style

I wanted to share this outfit, because it relates to my type of particular style. I like this outfit because of the patterned and colorful skirt that draws in your attention but then is paired with a symmetrical horizontal calm shirt, which also has pattern but does not draw away the attention from the skirt. I think this concept is important in design, because you want certain pieces that draw people in but other pieces that aren't necessarily boring in the design.

Variety

Six Images of Variety

In an variety it uses several different elements of design to hold the viewers attention. In the center picture of the exterior, here we see glass for the walls, concrete on the ground, steel as the frame, and also a bit of a wood ceiling. The picture on the left shows wood, brick, wall, and light. I also used two examples of tile in a room, one has black and white tile on the floor and the other uses the tile in the shower. In these examples we can also see glass, marble, and regular walls. In the bathroom located in the top right corner you can see wood panelling on the walls that go halfway up the wall leaving the rest bare, you also see wood being used as the counter, along with the porcelain sink and glass mirror. In the kitchen picture you see the variety of tile used in the back drop above the marble counter tops, with a wood floor, along with stainless steel.

Unity and Harmony

Unity and Harmony

Unity gives the sense on oneness and can been achieved through the use of similar shapes, common pattern, and similar texture. The picture on the far left uses repetition and symmetry to create unity and harmony. In the bed, the similar patterns and shape help gather unity. In the two kitchen examples the symmetry in the first one creates a common pattern and in the second example the cabinets are similar shapes. There is a picture of two bed one in front of the other, this shows similar texture and pattern creating unity and harmony. Lastly in the top right corner the similar texture of wood works as the unity and harmony.

Proportion and Scale

Six Images of Proportion and Scale

Proportion consist of the relationship of the parts to the whole and when all parts visual relate well with one another the space works. I used an exterior example of a walkway to a front door, each of the symmetrical shapes along the wale make up different scales but overall become proportional. The bottom right corner is of an interior pool along side wood, here it works because you have no floor and glass on one side and then on the other you do have regular ceiling and floor space. The other four examples are interior ones. Each represents a proportion in a room that is put that deliberately in order to cause proportion. For example the windows, benches, built-in bookshelves, and proportional seating arrangements.

Movement

Six Images of Movement

Movement resembles much of the same as repetition and rhythm, but can create movement my diagonal and curved lines and can be created through the use of color, lines, shapes, forms, etc. I used three examples of patterns, one being the tile, the second being the rug, and the third being on the bottom of the patterned wallpaper. The couch in the bottom right corner creates movement due to the shape of the couch, it being in an L shape only always the people to follow that path. The sailboats create movement through their sails and the water. Lastly the frame around the mirror depicts curved and crazy lines creating movement.

Repetition and Rhythm

Repetition AND Rhythm

Repetition is demonstrated when elements are repeated throughout a design, which can create unity, stability, comfort, and movement. The two examples of the many different picture frames nailed on the wall is the definition of repetition because it is constantly repeating. The top picture of the wood panelling creates the repetition of stability. The kitchen table with the three identical bronze lamps above shows repetition creating unity in the room. In the bottom left corner is an example of bookshelves carrying this quality. Lastly the chevron chairs represent movement and comfort through repetition and rhythm.

Radical Balance

Six Images of Radical Balance

Radical balance are elements arranged around a center point, radiating from it. Three of the examples below are mirrors above beds with lines coming from it or a design. One is in the study and is black and in this situation is used on the ceiling. The last example is of a light in a restaurant, this is an example due to the fact that the light has a center and there are several lights radiating from it.

Asymmetrical Balance

Six Images of Asymmetrical Balance

Asymmetrical balance consist of dissimilar items on both sides but they looked balanced in weight. The top left picture demonstrates this because the bottom frame is bigger than the other three frames, but the other three frames combined balance the different weight out. The second picture of the decorative wall decor range from big to small and again there is one big one then the other three balance out the space. The foyer picture demonstrates this as well, on the different sides there are different things going on, such as the furniture. On the right side you have a dresser and lamps plus a mirror and on the other side you have a bench with pillows and a picture, therefore making it even. The picture in the bathroom is an example because the two pictures on the right resemble the size of the mirror when combined. The bottom picture of the pool and glass along side the wood and ceiling balance each other out.

Symmetrical Balance

Six Images of Symmetrical Balance

Symmetrical balance are elements used on one side of the design that are very similar to the ones used on the other side, creating an equilibrium. The top picture of the pink frames is symmetrical in space, size, and placing along with the design pattern used. The two pictures of the rooms with the couches in it is symmetrical because it is balance of either side. The bed is has three photos across the top making it even and the pillows spelling love across the bed also add to it being symmetric. The dresser is symmetric due to the reflected design, lamps, and the buddha head. The bottom picture of the bedroom clearly demonstrates equilibrium due to the reflected design.

Non-Representational Images

Four Examples of Non-Representational Images:

Non-Representational images are shapes that are non-recognizable to the viewer and usually explained through the title of the work. The big image is a picture of a painting, the artist uses many different shapes and animals in this work of art but blurs everything together making it hard to see what the objects are. The top picture is a picture of tall dried grass with water in the background which is zoomed in. The one below that is a picture of a window that has silly string on it, which would hard to be able to tell without being told. The last picture is actual a poster where the bodies are stretch and made to look unnatural and non-recognizable.

Abstract Images

Four Examples of Abstract Shapes:

Abstract Shapes are the alteration of a shape that is sometimes recognizable and other times non-recognizable. Below are all images of fabric and wall paper I have taken around my house. Each of these designs represents something abstract. 

Natural Images

Six Examples of Natural Images:

The title of natural images is pretty self explanatory, therefore I tried to choose pictures of nature that were some of my favorite. Therefore I love the colors of the sunset, and the natural beauty of flowers. I also love taking pictures of landscapes and capturing the natural beauty of my surroundings, the one below is from a lake in the morning and is one of my favorite pictures due to the cool colors and calmness of the water. The last picture of the palm trees I choose to add is because I enjoy the beauty of going to the beach. 

Geometric shapes

Six Examples of Geometric Shape: 

Geometric shapes consist of circles, squares, rectangles, and etc. Each of these pictures represents one of those. The first picture is of ice cream that are shaped into circles. The clock and the fruit also represent circular shapes. Then there is a heart shaped container along with a rectangular shaped cup. The initial G.F. are formed in a geometric pattern.

Implied Lines

Four Examples of Implied Lines:

Implied lines are suggested lines and not actual lines. The first picture of the Georgia Theatre is from a side angle so the sign and the lines going through it lead the lines and the sign in the direction to the back of the picture. The second show pictures pointing forward which causes there to be implied lines to look that direction. The picture of the arrows pointing clearly demonstrates an implied line going in that direction. The last picture of the statue shows him pointing as well which then causes an implied line.

Structural lines

Four Examples of Structural Images:

Structural lines are lines that are needed in order to support an object. The first picture of the dock, the beams serve the purpose of being the structural lines because they are holding the dock up. The second and third are taken at my house, one is my porch column and the other is from the window sill, both these lines are necessary in holding something in place. The last is of a telephone poll, this is used in order to hold all of the telephone and other wires up in the air. 

Organic Lines

Four Examples of Organic Lines: 

Organic lines moves viewers eyes through a space and can add whimsy and energy to a picture. The first picture is of the lighthouse, Cape Hatters, in North Carolina. The lines going up the lighthouse cause the viewers eyes to follow them to the top. The picture of the bike rack is an example of whimsy lines through space. The other two pattern ones come from a candle holder and a piece of fabric, these are examples of organic lines due to their pattern.

Diagonal Lines

Four Examples of Diagonal Lines: 

Diagonal lines can create space in a certain area and when combined with other types of lines to create stability. The picture of the palm tree counts as a diagonal line because of the way is is growing to the side. The second picture is from the back of a pool chair, the many different diagonal lines create stability in the chair. The third is diagonal lines of legs holding a dishes tray. The last is the diagonal line of the railing going up the stairs. 

Vertical Lines

Four Examples of Vertical Lines:

Vertical lines can demonstrate power, strength, visual stability, balance, and move the viewers eye up. The first picture is a picture of bamboo, all the bamboo is sticking straight up creating the vertical lines having visual stability. The second picture is of the back of a chair this consistent vertical lines give stability. The third is of a monument, this is a single vertical line that visualizes strength. The last is of colored pencils, the symmetry and direction of the pencils makes them vertical lines.

Four Examples of Horizontal Lines: 

Horizontal lines create calm and stability and can create pattern. For my images of horizontal lines I choose the following. The first is a picture of the horizon, where I edited it in order to make the bottom black creating the horizontal line through the middle. The second is a picture of a porch, where the railings work as the horizontal lines that is creating stability for the porch. The third picture is of a building where the top of the flat roof where it meets the sky is the horizontal line. Lastly the final picture is of a rug where the red lines on it represent the horizontal lines. 

Point Examples

Six Examples of Point:

Point is a single position in space. For the main picture I used the moon as the point in the picture because it is in a position by itself above all others. The picture of the flower the orange in the middle works as the point because it stands out in all the yellow. In the tiling the bigger circular image serves as the point because it stands out against the smaller shapes. The third is a picture taken of a camera, that serves as the point, this is the point because it is the only object in that space. The fifth image is of a clock where the hands of the clock work as the points, because they point to what time it is. The last is a picture of an eye where the pupil serves as the point. 

Non-Objective Images

Two Non-Objective Images:

Non-Objective images is a 3D form that does not represent anything recognizable. The first image is a cropped photo of a corn field. Without knowing this it could be any type of plant such as wheat grass, weeds,etc. The second is hard to see but it is a bucket of cherries from the can that has been zoomed into.

Dynamic Images

Two Dynamic Images:

Dynamic images are images that represent movement, energy, or power. In the first picture the waves represent the movement and the energy that the waves are creating as the crash against the shore. The second is a picture were the double lines create the illusion of the movement of the animals. 

Static Images

Two Images of Static:

Static images are forms that appear to be or in a resting position. The first picture is a picture of a coffee shop where you see the couch, that appears to be still. The second image is a picture of a rock resting on the top of a sign, in a park. The rock in this instance is in resting position.

Abstract Form

Four Images of Abstract Form:

Abstract form is a form that demonstrates qualities of actual form but altered in some way. It was difficult for me to find things that fit this definition, but I tried to look at it in a different way. I choose pictures that were of natural setting but were made different or altered. The first picture is a picture of a tree with a cross carved into it. This is abstract because the natural for of the tree has been scared and changed from its natural form. The second is a picture of dancing animals, this is abstract because the images aren't drawn in one form but split into several different. The third is a picture of a tree covered in decorative string, here the natural image of the tree is altered by the strings hanging all over it. Lastly is a picture of a building covered in ivy, the original building has been altered and changed by the look of the ivy.

Natural Form

Four Examples of Natural Form: 

Natural is the original form of an object found in nature. Examples include flowers, tree, human form, etc. I choose two pictures of flowers that show natural form. Then I choose a beach picture with a rock that show it's natural form. The last is a picture of a statue and represents human natural form. 

Four Images of Geometric Form

Four Images of Geometric Form: 

Geometric form are forms that that contain shapes that are circular, square, etc. The clock and fruit clearly demonstrate circular objects. As for the cup and letters they take on a different form but still convey the rules of geometric.

Plane Images

Four Images of Plane:

A plane consist of closed lines that creates a space. Typically creating width and depth. For my examples I used two examples of porches, which are the bottom two pictures, the railing works as the line that closes of a space to create a plane. The first picture is taken in a barn where you can still see the frame of the roof. These wood planks work as the lines that create the plane at the top of the building. The second picture is a picture from the mountains where you see the hot tub and railing, here the stone wall and railing work to create a plane.

Implied Space

Four Examples of Implied Space: 

My take on Implied space is an area in which has been altered in some way to serve a purpose and give people direction. The picture of the dirt path implies a walkway for people to follow. The beach picture with the fence, gates off space and creates a pathway for people. The other picture of the coffee shop creates a space with the couch and table giving people an area to sit. The final picture of the road, creates implied space from the woods around it. Before the road was built there was only wooded space but then the road gave people an area to travel through. 

Implied Texture

               Four Images of Implied Texture: 

Implied texture is something that looks as if it might have an actual texture, but in reality it doesn't. For my images there are two pictures of time with patterns that give the illusion of texture. The other two are taken from a shirt pattern and a picture. The shirt has a flower pattern on it that implies texture but doesn't have it and the picture is painting to give the look of realism, therefore making the dress look as if it has texture. 

Actual Texture

                     Four Images of Actual Texture: 

Actual texture is an object or thing that has texture to it. I choose pictures of flowers, trees, sand, and rocks because all of these objects have texture that you can see and feel.

Actual Spaces

                                   Two Actual Spaces: 

These two pictures serve as actual spaces because the both serve a function. The football field is a space used for games to be held. The doorway in the second picture gives actual space in a closed area in which you follow. 

Unusually Beautiful

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This may not be beautiful for most people and is usually seen as strange or scary in the American society, but in certain tribes in Africa this scaring of the body is seen as beautiful. Certain marks have different meanings such as for morning, love, and some for looks. People in these African tribes all scar their bodies and see it as normal for everyone to have. If they came to different places around the world though not many people would approve of this look and find it disturbing that someone would scar themselves. But for the people of this tribe they see the scarring as attractive. I choose this picture because people have to challenge themselves in order to understand and think in a different perspective such as the people of this tribe see the beauty in it.

Something Beautiful

This picture was taken in Mexico at a resort. It caught my eye as I was walking by and made me take a picture because I thought it was so pretty. This is beautiful because of the color and size. Most people are attracted to a flower like this because it is natural. Another reason this is beautiful is because no two flowers are the same and are all individuals meaning you will never find a flower identical to another one.

10 Designer Websites

1. http://www.patriciapaulkinteriors.com/

2. http://www.suzanneallen.com/interiors_580_lr.html

3. http://www.makeminehome.net/

4. http://www.cullenandco.com/

5. http://www.susanmarinello.com/ **
    
      Susan Marinello would be my favorite designer that I found. I feel like her work would be close to my style and the design type I would follow. All her work is very clean cut and simple but beautiful and elegant.

6. http://asdinteriors.com/index.php

7. http://www.avenuelosangeles.com/portfolio/

8. http://www.browndesigninc.com/

9. http://www.kathleenbuoymaster.com/

10. http://www.amandanisbetdesign.com/flash.html

Favorite Website

My favorite website would have to be the Southern Living website. I have always been infatuated with their magazines and style. I always find what they have on their website and magazines to be beautiful and very well put together.

25 Design Websites

http://patriciagrayinc.blogspot.com/

http://materialgirlsblog.com/

http://theletteredcottage.net/

http://www.cococozy.com/

http://theinspiredroom.net/

http://habituallychic.blogspot.com/

25 Design Websites

http://www.savvyhomeblog.com/2012/03/delightful-daily-

heaven.htmlhttp://thecolorsofmymind.tumblr.com/page/23

http://www.houseofturquoise.com/

http://www.bhg.com/kitchen/color-schemes/inspiration/kitchen-color-scheme/?sssdmh=dm17.608280&esrc=nwdc071812&email=2694285446

http://www.houzz.com/photos/812159/Guest-bedroom-Southern-ShabbyChic-Charm-traditional-bedroom-birmingham

http://cotedetexas.blogspot.com/2012/03/interior-designer-series-julie-dodsen.html

http://www.houzz.com/Linen-White/p/8

http://lisastorp.blogspot.com/

http://sadieandstella.blogspot.com/

http://www.southernliving.com/home-garden/decorating/decorating-sunrooms-00417000078269/

http://thejoyofdecorating.com/2011/09/the-trouble-with-gray/

http://www.ernestogarciadesign.com/?gclid=CK6K4rWzw60CFWrktgodCW8kCA

http://decor8blog.com/

http://theoldpaintedcottage.com/pages/cotm-may-10.htm

25 Design Websites

http://tinywhitedaisies.tumblr.com/page/184

25 Design Websites

http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/category/new+arrivals/home-new.jsp?

25 Design Websites

http://www.potterybarn.com/

Things I love

LOVE the use of a bright color!

Things I love

I love this old style tub and the tile.

Things I love

This use of the brick as the floor adds a unique touch. 

Windows

I love all the windows in a small kitchen, they really open up all the small space and give the illusion of it being bigger than it is. Along with the natural lighting.

My Style

Personally interior design is one of the best ways for me to be creative. I view a room or a home as a giant canvas that can be filled with anything you want to, in order to make it your own. I have always been intrigued by magazines such as Better Home & Gardens and Southern Living. I love to picture a room and all the potential ideas that could go into it. I would describe my personal style along the lines of pottery barn and anthropology.