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The elements of design are: space, line, shape, color, light, texture and pattern. Space refers to the volume of the room that you have to work with, not just the floor space, but also the height of the ceilings.

Line is the visual nature of the elements working within the space and design. Lines can be vertical which creates feelings of grandeur and formality. Mediterranean dining room design by austin architect JAUREGUI Architecture Interiors Construction

Or horizontal which generally suggests a more relaxed, informal nature. Transitional dining room design by adelaide interior designer One Rundle Trading Company

Diagonal lines create movement and direction and too many can create feelings of unrest. Traditional hall design by san francisco photographer mark pinkerton - vi360 photography

Whereas curved lines are more organic and can soften a design. Contemporary bathroom design

Shape really refers to the architectural style of the room, i.e. beams, windows, trim etc. And also the shape of the objects within it. 
Color, an obvious one, is the colors used in the design. However what is not so obvious, is that without light, there is no color. These two elements play hand in hand each affecting the other, and so must be considered together. Tropical living room design by toronto interior designer John David Edison Interior Design Inc.

Light can also be used to highlight features in a room, and can have a dramatic impact on a design. This is one area, where I feel I haven’t really paid much attention in the past, so I’m eager to learn how I can consider lighting more in my future designs. Contemporary dining room design by los angeles interior designer Caisson Studios

The objects you choose in your design have not only color and shape, but also texture and this can say a lot about a room, and add a lot of interest. Modern bedroom design by san francisco architect Mark English Architects, AIA

And finally pattern, this element can again be used to add real interest to a room and take it from mundane to beautiful. Contemporary bedroom design by denver interior designer Lauren Mikus


The principles of design being: balance, rhythm and repetition, emphasis, proportion and scale, and the end result being harmony. Balance looks at whether a room is structured asymmetrically or symmetrically to create either a more informal or formal setting.

Rhythm and repetition is formed through the use of line, form color or texture being repeated throughout a room to create a flow for the eye and visually cohesive design. Traditional family room design by chicago carpet and flooring Oscar Isberian Rugs

Emphasis is provided by a focal point in the room. Eclectic hall design by chicago architect Morgante Wilson Architects

Proportion and scale is relative to the object or room that the object is compared with. Rustic living room design by charleston architect Wayne Windham Architect, P.A.

And harmony is the end result of all of the elements and principles of design working well together in a harmonious design.






