Architectural Composition

Note : The list given below of Architectural Composition is one possible list, you will find that every book has slightly different list of Principles. Variety through Contrast The difference in visual properties of an object that makes it distinguishable from other objects and background. It occurs when two elements (such as colour, tone, emotion) are different in composition. Unity through Repetition Unity is when an element is used repeatedly and all the main design principles are combined to give visually pleasing design that makes sense to the observer. Balance Balence refers to the appropriate arrangement of components in a design in relation to the visual central axis. It is characterized into four types: Ⓐ︎. Symmetrical Balance Ⓑ︎. Asymmetrical Balance Ⓒ︎. Radial Balance Ⓓ︎. Visual Balance Emphasis Emphasis refers to a focal point that draws attention in an area or object within the artwork. It is also ter...