Chapter 7- Principles

Transformation

Transformation refers to a growing change among an object.

The image above shows how Frank Gehry's architecture represents a single form that undergoes a transformation. The transformed shapes are repeater throughout the structure.

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Chapter 7- Principles

Rhythm and Repetition

Rhythm and Repetition are principles of design that give a space a cohesiveness.

The image above shows how lighting and wall patterns can give an interior rhythm and repetition.

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Chapter 7- Principles

Datum

Datum referes to a line, plane or volume in which other elements relate.

The image above shows how the white city was planed so that the cornice of all of the buildings was at the same height.

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Chapter 7- Principles

Hierarchy

Hierarchy is shown by giving something a visual clue that it is more important than something else.

The images above show how the dome in the center is more important because it is larger and has more ornamentation.

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Chapter 7- Principles

Symmetry

Symmetry means that something is the same on both sides.

The image above shows how a framed mirror can be symmetrical.

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Chapter 7- Principles

Axis

An axis is a straight line that goes through something to show a specific quality.

The images above show how a line of axis can show symmetry.

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