The 6 Principles Of Design

The 6 Principles Of Design
Za’Kiya Thompson
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Balance:

Balance is how visual elements are issued in
relation to an axis.

There are 2 basic types of balance: symmetrical
and asymmetrical.

Symmetrical designs give out elements that
have equal weight on either side of an non visible
center line.

Asymmetrical balance has elements of different
weights, which are often laid out in relation to a
line that is not centered within the overall design.

Pattern:

Pattern is how visual elements can repeat
creating consistency.

Patterns are nothing more than a repetition
of multiple design elements working
together.

Patterns can also refer to set standards
for how certain elements are designed. For
example, top navigation is a design pattern
that the majority of internet users have
interacted with.

Rhythm:

Rhythm is when visual

elements are either repeated

or alternated that creates

interest. The spaces between repeating
elements can cause sense of rhythm
to be formed. similar to the way the
space between notes in a musical
composition create a rhythm. There
are five basic types of visual
rhythm that designers can create:
random, regular, alternating,
flowing, and progressive.

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Emphasis:

Emphasis is how visual elements work
together to create a focal point.

Emphasis can also deal with parts of a design
that are meant to stand out. In lots of cases,
this means that most important information is
meant to convey. Emphasis can also be used to
reduce the impact of certain information.

Contrast:

Contrast happens when a visual element
start to oppose each other highlighting
differences .

Contrast refers to how different elements are in a
design, particularly adjacent elements. Making various
elements stand out.

Contrast is also a very important aspect of creating
accessible designs.

Unity:

Unity is how visual elements create
an overall sense of cohesion.

Unity talks about how well elements of a design
work together. Unity also helps make sure
concepts are being communicated in a clear,
cohesive fashion.
Designs with good unity can appear to be more
organized and of higher quality and authority than
designs with poor unity.

References:

The Principles Of Visual Arts Design
Principal Of Design Importance
Types Of Principal Of Design