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                              This week, we talked about light, color, and texture. First, we talked about how there are two different types of light: natural light and man-made light. The lighting is critical in the design of any type of space. There are four main categories of lighting that can be used in a space: Ambient lighting (overall lighting), task lighting (defined purpose), accent lighting (emphasizing objects), and mood lighting (adding ambiance). When considering lighting, it is important to address the activities that will be undertaken in the space. The quality and quantity of the lighting must also be considered since light has the ability to set the mood and the atmosphere.           Next, we talked about color and how colors and color temperature affect the mood of an interior and can have a psychological impact on the observer. This is known as color...

           This week, we discussed Point, Line, Plane, and Volume and where we see them in architecture, interior design, and other areas. In this blog, I will talk specifically about where these elements can be used in interior design.           To start, we talked about how a point is the most basic element in design. It is a stable point within a visual field and becomes a focal point when placed in that field. When placed in the center of a visual field, a point is stable and organizes the elements around it. However, it becomes an aggressive point when it is offset within the field and can sometimes make it seem disorganized. Two points in the same field suggest an axis and can be used to create a passage through the space. There are four different uses of points that we discussed: stable, aggressive, two connecting a line, and extended. In the first example below, the mirror above the fireplace is in the center of the vis...