Elements
A key element in design; it can be positive, negative or balanced.
What is SPACE?
How you place objects within a space; they can be symmetrical or asymmetrical.
What is BALANCE?
This safety item can display and record who is on a property.
What is a camera/security cameras?
Having to do with your personal likes or dislikes, what you prefer.
What is AESTHETICS?
Establishes direction in a design, can draw the eye and can create stability or movement.
What is LINE?
An area of interest that captures your attention.
What is FOCAL POINT or EMPHASIS?
Allowing sunlight and heat into a building OR keeping it out of a building.
What is Insolation?
This design combines public spaces, there are NO WALLS between zones.
What is OPEN CONCEPT?
This element affects your comfort, feelings & emotions, influences the look of the space and reflects your personality.
What is COLOR?
The size & shape of objects and how they relate to the space and the people who use that space.
What is PROPORTION?
Gases that are emitted into the air from paint or carpet that can cause illness.
The installation of all materials in a design plan, including all permits required by the county zoning board.
What is CONSTRUCTION?
The surface quality of materials & objects in a design (how things feel to the touch)
What is TEXTURE?
How objects “flow” together in a design plan.
What is RHYTHM?
Every home should have one of these in case of a kitchen fire.
What is a fire extinguisher?
Smooth textures such as glass, marble, stone and leather make a space feel....
What is COLD?
Flat, 2-dimensional objects such as rugs, mirrors, and posters are examples of....
What is SHAPE?
Similar (cohesive) colors, textures and patterns in a design.
What is UNITY?
The name of the Asheville company that builds hurricane-resistant round homes.
What is Deltec?
Designing a home and its environment to be functional for all residents, including those with disabilities.
What is Universal Design?