Chapter III: FORM & SPACE

Form and Space: The Unity of Opposites

The elements in visual field are normally appear differ in shape, size, color, orientation. There are two different opposite groups called by positive and negative elements. They illustrate as a figure and a background elements.

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Elevated Plane

A level plane raised above the ground plane. Vertical planes along its boundaries emphasize the visual separation among its field and the surrounding ground.

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U- Shaped Plane

A U-shaped formation of vertical planes defines a ground of space and volume that is focused on primarily toward the open end of the formation.

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Light

Light usually raises to visible light, which is electromagnetic radiation that is visible to the human eye and is responsible for the sense of view. The sun is the rich source of natural light for the illumination of forms and spaces in architecture.

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At Corners

When there is an opening space at the corner, the light comes from the opening will wash the surface of the wall adjacent and perpendicular to the plane of the opening. These two surfaces become a source of light in the space.

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Chapter II: Form

Primary Solids

Cubes, cones, spheres, cylinders, or pyramids are the great primary forms which is generated from the primary shapes such as triangles, circles, and squares. Those primary shapes are extended and rotated to create the 3-dimensional volumetric forms.

Sphere:

A solid geometric figure generated by the uprising of a semicircle about its diameter; a round body whose surface is at all points central from the center.

Cylinder:

The surface traced by a straight line moving parallel to a permanent straight line and meeting a permanent planar closed curve.

Cone:

A cone is a solid that has a circular base and a single vertex.

Pyramid:

A pyramid is a three-dimensional shape whose base is a polygon. Each corner of the polygon is attached to a singular apex, which gives the pyramid its distinctive shape.

Cube:

A box-shaped solid object that has six identical square faces.

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Dimensional Transformation

A form can be changed by shifting one or more of its dimensions and still keep its character as a participant of a family of forms.

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Subtractive Forms

A form can be created by subtracting a portion or part of its volume. This means that portions of a plane or volume are removed, altering the original shape.

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Linear Forms

Forms are arranged in order to create a line.

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Radial Forms

A Radial form is a circular design radiating from a center.

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Word Association and Reflection

Part 1. Word Association

1. 25 words that define who I am

    

Responsible         Workaholic        Contemporary       Simple          Minimized  

Clean                    Pattern              Modern                  Unique          Organized

Storage                 Different           Sensitive                Emotional     Stylish  

Shoes                    Colors               Fashion                  Passion          Memories

Creative                Dream               Realistic                Mono             Sharp   

2. 25 words that define what 'design means to me'

Organized            Comforts             Love                 Creative          Unique

Stylish                  Reflection           Eco                   Natural            Pattern

Sensitive              Colors                 Space                Well-being      Recycle

Different              Free                     Health              Useful              Helpful

Cozy                    Warm                  Idea                   Opinions         Life 

3. 5 personal goals

1. I will exercise every day at least 30 min.

2. I will find my internship before 3rd year of my college.

3. I will travel around the world before I get old.

4. I will not waste my time and keep myself busy always.

5. I will always try to be happy. 

Part 2. Reflection

1. Why did you choose this professional path?

- I was four years old when I first noticed the majesty and beauty of the Pyramids. Egyptian architecture fascinated me, and from a very early age my dream was to travel to Egypt and see the Pyramids in person. From this initial appreciation for the Pyramids grew a greater interest in other famous structures around the world; that interest became focused particularly on interior design.

 2.  What is an artist? Are you an artist?

 -I think an artist would be a person who can their messages to the others through the artworks. Also, an artist should try to look at things differently and think differently from others. Being creative is important thing for an artist. 

3. Do you have a message that you believe needs to be expressed in your work?

-My important message in my work would be happiness, harmony, and peaceful love. 

4. What answers do you seek?

- How can I live with true happiness?

5. In what way can your work as an interior design student be an opportunity to explore these personal questions?

-I am learning things what I am passionate about and I will be happy by achieving the goals from my work.

Design Philosophy

     My uncle, an architect from New York, was the next influence that led me to choosing interior design. I was able to see as he turned a plain, ordinary building into his home, a transformation so radical that I can only describe it as magic. Seeing this made me realize that I would not be content simply admiring the works of others; rather, I was inspired to want to create my own. I would like so much to be able to walk into empty homes, look around, and visualize the potential beauty that could reside within their walls, not unlike a painter seeing grand, beautiful brushstrokes resting in an empty canvas.

     Buildings are so much more than shelter. Homes, like so many other things people have created, go beyond the realm of practicality and enter the realm of art, of expression. Seeing the changes my uncle was able to make to an empty house, seeing how the beauty of a building can draw in people from all corners of the world, I begin to realize that a home can house so much more than people; within a home can rest our hopes, our dreams, our lives. And seeing how people respond to being shown their newly remodeled and decorated homes, I know that studying interior design will allow me to create a beautiful home, not only for myself but for anybody who understands just how lovely, comfortable, and personal a home can be.

Chapter I : PRIMARY ELEMENTS

POINT

A point marks a location in space. It has no length, width, or depth and therefore it’s directionless. But, however it defines, centers, reinforces and accentuates the plane. It also can illustrate a focal point of the space.

LINE

A line represents the tension that exists between any two points. Line gives a sense of direction to the plane. Vertical line represents dignity, formality, stability, and strength.  Horizontal line represents calm, peace, and relaxation. Diagonal line represents action, activity, excitement, and movement. Curved line represents freedom, the natural, having the appearance of softness, and creates a soothing feeling or mood.

Plane

Two lines become a plane. It defines two dimensional shape which has a width and a length but no depth.  It represents a visual weight, stability, Size, proportion, and Position in space.

Volume

A plane extended in a direction other than along its surface forms a volume. As the 3D element of an architectural and design element it can either be a solid or a void. It is important to perceive this duality of containment and displacement. The duality of solid forms and spatial voids represents the essential unity of opposites that shapes the reality of architecture or design.

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