Design Elements
What are the 5 design elements called?
the Principles of Design
Copying the work from a source without a proper reference is known as:
Plagiarism
What color gives the illusion of warmth? (List one of the three)
What is the most commonly used natural fiber?
cotton
What is an indirect cost of buying a cheaper, less energy-efficient refrigerator?
a) higher resale value
b) higher utility bill
c) lower maintenance costs
d) lower purchase costs
b) higher utility bills
When purchasing a kitchen table for your studio apartment, which characteristic of the table would be most important to consider?
What resource would best help you learn the steps to writing a business plan for your design firm?
a) a school guidance counselor
b) chamber of commerce
c) small business administration
d) career placement office
c) small business administration
What is the name of the area that connects the sink, stove, and refrigerator in a kitchen?
a) work triangle
b) kitchen path
c) turning space
d) kitchen distance
a) work triangle
What allows a textile to be stain resistant? Is it the fiber structure, the finish, the style of weave, or the pattern of the design?
The finish
What is your best hardware choice for easy access to ever-changing apps and design-inspiration websites, to take and store photos, and to sketch simple designs?
a) a scanner
b) a digital tablet
c) a white board
d) a desk
b) a digital tablet
Which of the 2 types of balance is also known as "formal balance" (meaning there is an identical proportion and arrangement of objects on both sides of a center point)?
Symmetrical balance
A television advertisement for professional style in home kitchen appliances suggests that the products are for elite customers. Which advertising technique does this commercial utilize?
a) plain folks
b) patriotism
c) snob appeal
d) bandwagon
c) snob appeal
A kitchen is 10' wide by 21' long. What is the total square footage of the kitchen?
120 sq ft
What does it mean to REPAIR a textile product?
a) to change or modify from the original
b) to find a new use for an existing product
c) to fix a damaged product
d) to make from scratch
c) to fix a damaged product
When looking for project subcontractors for your client who is remodeling their home to include environmentally friendly features, how should you determine who to hire?
a) hire a friend you can trust with related experience
b) use the internet to find contractors in your area
c) select the least-expensive contractor to being the project
d) obtain quotes and references from several contractors
d) obtain quotes and references from several contractors
Which principle of design: Occurs when all parts of a design relate to one design idea?
a) harmony
b) pattern
c) repition
d) unity
d) unity
A flyer for a local furniture store advertises a special on bookshelves. When you arrive at the store, you are told they are sold out of the item but that a similar item is available. What is this an example of?
a) clearance item
b) bait and switch
c) common practice
d) hidden fees
b) bait and switch
What do the lines/arrows drawn on a blueprint indicate between rooms?
Traffic pattern/flow
If the color scheme of a room is entirely blue, what color scheme does it represent?
a) complementary
b) analogous
c) tertiary
d) monochromatic
d) monochromatic
What items can home owners install to their roofs to collect energy to power their house?
Solar panels
Which principle describes the repetition of a specific design in an orderly manner?
a) pattern
b) texture
c) shape
d) color
Pattern
Which consumer protection law affords individuals the ability to resolve financial disputes?
a) Equal Employment Opportunity Act
b) Fair Credit Reporting Act
c) Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
d) Family and Medical Leave Act
b) Fair Credit Reporting Act
Which global-design influence incorproates energy flow and harmony into the home environment?
a) Feng Shui
b) Contemporary modern
c) English country
d) Art deco
a) Feng Shui
When remodeling a house/building. What is the absolute most important factor you have to consider for the client?
THE BUDGET
What is the name of the "green choice" for appliances that has a bright yellow sticker to advertise it (think about the bright yellow sticker on a TV that claims to reduce your electric bill)
Energy Star