HARMONY

Harmony in the interior design aspect has to be in similar traits, for instance, the colors, sizes,
values, shapes, characteristics, etc.
Accordingly, Harmony is the combination of design elements, architecture and furnishings into a
pleasing whole. Harmony balances two subprinciples - Variety & Unity.
Therefore, harmony must have both Unity and Variety.
Every interior should have a goal of harmony - enough unity to make sense, but varied enough
to be interesting.

AR 122 Architectural Interior

PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN

Submitted to: Architect Manolo L. Tatel,

UAP
Submitted by: Amira-Czeekha M. Henil
Date: August 01, 2016

PROPORTION

In this picture, you can see that the common color is blue. Accordingly, proportion refers to the
relationship of one object to another. It may be the color, quantity, degree and magnitude.
Proportion in interior design refers to the balance between design elements such as shape, color
and texture. Designers and architects often link proportion with scale, which refers to the
comparative size of one or more objects and is an absolute, fixed measurement. Proportion is the
relative judgment of the rightness of an arrangement. You achieve correct proportions by
repeating shapes, color and textures, controlling light, and providing style and variety.

BALANCE:
SYMMETRICAL BALANCE
As you can see, this is an Example of a Symmetrical balance. There is peace, and every corner
has furniture that balances everything, the color, the texture and the arrangement of its related
objects. And just by looking at it, you can feel already and see that it is balance and equal.
Accordingly, Symmetrical Balance is achieved when items are actually repeated or mirrored
along a central axis. This type of balance is frequently seen in nature, our own bodies included.
Symmetry is common in interior design and can portray a feeling of stability, calmness and
dignity; however, can also be seen as static, dull and unimaginative. Symmetry can be achieved
through the use of pattern, arrangement of furniture, fixtures and millwork, and through the
application of color.

ASSYMETRICAL BALANCE
Looking at to this image, at first glance it is a symmetrical balance. But observe further, the
shelves from each side is different, the chair nearby the chimney is placed on the left side corner
while there is none on the other side. But there is balance because of the color, and the position
of the sofa.
Asymmetrical balance is also known as informal balance. It can be accomplished in two ways Dissimilar objects placed at varying distances from the center point; or Objects of similar visual
weight balanced at equal distance from an imaginary central dividing line. Asymmetrical balance
is harder to achieve because it requires finding objects that are not only varied and interesting,
but also compatible. Asymmetrical balance can be pleasing and does not readily become
tiresome.

RADIAL BALANCE
From the word itself RADIAL, means circle or arranged like radii or circle. As you can see the
arrangement here is in a circular position to be able to divert your attention to the center point.
Radial balance is clearly evident in all aspects of this design - the curved sofas, the circular
furniture placement, the circular rug, the curved walls, etc.
Radial Balance is based on the circle. It is seen as chairs surrounding a round table or the
concentric circles in a chandelier. It can be defined in a circular furniture arrangement which can
create a comfortable design for a group gathering. Furniture pieces incorporate radial balance
with inlaid pieces of wood, or on a pedestal table base.

UNITY and VARIETY

This picture expresses the Unity of the interior design. By looking at it, there is a unity of the
color, the type of materials, etc.
Unity suggests an oneness. It can be achieved by using a cohesive color scheme or by keeping
the style of the furnishings consistent. Selecting background materials, fabrics and accessories
that have similar colors & textures can help you create a unified design.
Unity is when the elements in a space combine to make a balanced, harmonious complete whole.
The space feels right and everything works together. The result is a pleasing feeling, that
everything is right with the space.

Another is, Variety. Variety can be seen through a selection of different colors,
textures, and furniture and accessory styles. It can be achieved through the contrast
of soft materials with hard materials, and through the combination of old and new architecture and/or furnishings. As fun as variety can be, it still requires some order
or it can become confusing and cluttered.

RHYTHM

For me Rhythm is a strong, the impact of repetition just like in a music. So in interior it is also
the repetition of the pattern. In my example, the decorations queuing right above the long table,
the chairs are the same, the small cubicle at the side corner, too, is repeating. It makes the interior
a formal and uniformed.
Rhythm can be thought of as a pattern in movement. You can hear it in varied sounds to create
music or in the steady drip of a faucet. It can also be seen; think about lines in the sidewalk and
how your footsteps relate to the regular breaks. Rhythm can be seen and heard throughout nature
and in our built environment through repetition, alternation and progression. These three
methods of achieving rhythm can be applied to interior spaces as a way to introduce order,
interest and focus, and to help lead your eye through a room.

EMPHASIS
Emphasis is the creation of a focal point. A focal point should be an area that is visually
important enough to draw and hold attention. Examples of dramatic, demanding or interesting
focal points can be found or created in many different ways:
The way you place your intended focal point within a space is one very important consideration.
This picture is emphasizing the counter desk through the color, the size, and of course through
the help of the contrasting color that makes it more expressive.
Another is, at the left side corner. The one has varied with different colors and patterns is also an
eye catching design because it has no completion and different from its surrounding.

SCALE
Here, is an example of a Scale, means measure or size. This interior is appropriate for the human
size. The bed, the side drawer, the white chair, the pillow, and the dramatic wallpaper in a large
scale make the interior to look similar to each other because of the color, the visual weight and
the pattern, etc.
One of the goals of an aesthetically pleasing interior is to select objects that are similar - visual
weight - in overall dimensions or mass, pattern, or in other forms. Scale, in residential design, is
most appropriate when it complements and easily accommodates the average human form. Scale
relates to the size of an object when compared with the space it occupies.