Interior Design Unit 2 Study Guide

This set of flashcards covers key concepts from the Interior Design Unit 2 study guide, including design theory, elements and principles of design, historical context, color theories, and communication techniques in design.

Design Theory

A framework that guides designers in creating functional and aesthetic designs.

Elements of Design

The fundamental components including form, scale, light, color, texture, and pattern used in design.

Principles of Design

The rules that govern how elements are arranged, including proportion, balance, rhythm, emphasis, contrast, variety, harmony, and unity.

Aesthetics

A branch of philosophy dealing with the nature of beauty, particularly in art and design.

Style

The distinctive appearance or character of an object or design expressed through elements and principles.

Modern Design

A design style characterized by simplicity and minimalism, often rejecting historical references.

Additive Color Mixing

The creation of colors by mixing red, green, and blue light, commonly used in lighting and digital displays.

Subtractive Color Mixing

The process of creating colors using cyan, magenta, yellow, and black, primarily used in printing.

Space Planning

The process of organizing and arranging spaces to achieve a functional layout in a design project.

Drafting Techniques

Methods including sketching, drafting, and rendering used for visual representation in design.

Orthographic Drawings

Two-dimensional representations of a three-dimensional object used to communicate design details.

Contract Documents

Official documents that outline agreements and specifications for a design project.

Design Visualization

Techniques used to present design ideas through different mediums like drawings and models.