EDSN 101 - Design Fundamentals

1. Utilize the principles of color mixing, color properties, schemes and harmonies.
2. Integrate color psychology into environmental applications.
3. Identify, describe and apply the design elements and principles.
4. Create 3-D models analyzing space, form, pattern, light and shadow.
5. Utilize spatial organization techniques when creating designs.
6. Demonstrate an understanding of human behavior and how space can impact and influence the users.
7. Demonstrate critical and creative thinking.
8. Present design solutions through preparation models and oral justification.
9. Evaluate compositions using critical thought processes.

1. Color Mixing and Matching
2. Color Psychology
3. Color Principles and Application
4. Elements of Design
   1. Point
   2. Line
   3. Plane- base, vertical and overhead
   4. Form and Space- closure, openings
   5. Light
   6. Texture and Pattern
   7. View
5. Organization
   1. Spatial relationships
   2. Spatial organizations
   3. Proportional laws
6. Circulation
   1. Movement through space
   2. Approach
   3. Entrance
   4. Path
7. Principles of Design
   1. Axis
   2. Balance
   3. Rhythm and repetition
   4. Scale
   5. Proportion
   6. Emphasis
8. Design Applications
9. Design Evaluations

 
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