Interior decorating

The basic interior design principles to transform any space to look fabulous

When you know the basic interior design principles you can transform any space to look fabulous. You know what it feels like when you walk into a well-designed room. You can sense how everything feels cohesive and put together. It feels just right. You can achieve that effect in your own home with a little knowledge of basic design principles. Pair that knowledge with practice and experimentation and you’re on your way to creating a beautiful home.

What you will learn:

• Rule 1 : Balance

• Rule 2 : Rhythm

• Rule 3 : Harmony

• Rule 4 : Emphasis

• Rule 5 : Proportion and Scale

• Interior Design Compared With Interior Decorating

• Elements of Decor

• Color

• Patterns

• Tips to Get Started With Your Decor

• Common Furniture Arranging Mistakes

• The Basics of Furniture Arrangement

• Design Balance

• 13 Colorful Interior Design Ideas

Balance

In design, balance creates a feeling of equilibrium. It is all about equalizing or approximating the visual weight of objects. Balance is created not just through shape, but through color, pattern, and texture as well.

There are three different kinds of balance:

• Symmetrical or formal: Traditional or formal spaces call for symmetrical balance where the space is evenly split into two sides that mirror each other. For example, two chairs on either side of a coffee table can be said to be symmetrically balanced. This kind of balance is easy to achieve as design elements are repeated on each side. If you are not careful, this kind of balance can become monotonous and boring.

• Asymmetrical or Informal: The visual weights of lines, colors, forms, and textures are balanced without exact duplication. It is not as ordered as symmetrical balance and can be more complex and interesting. For instance, a sofa can be balanced by placing two chairs on the other side.

• Radial balance is achieved when there is a central focal point with other elements radiating from it or around it. An example would be a round dining table, with chairs arranged around it. There is a lot of repetition of form, texture, and color.

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