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Visual Interpretation Four Period Four
Flooring:
Resilient
This flooring is resilient since it is made out of rubber, and it does get scratched or stained. The little bumps add texture to the flooring as to prevent people from slipping.
Non-Resilient
This flooring is non-resilient since it is polished concrete and can be scratched and stained. The polished finish makes it easier to wipes up spills, but the surface can still be dinged.
Wall to Wall Carpet
This living room has wall to wall carpet, as the carpeting installed cover the entire floor of the room, and thus goes from wall to wall.
Area Rug
This living room has two examples of area rugs, one, the sisal grass rug, is layered underneath the other, the geometric shag rug. These area rugs are placed on top of hardwood.
Wall Coverings:
wallpaper
This bathroom has a wall covered in decorative floral wallpaper, giving this wall emphasis and making it seem larger, as it is a piece of art on its own.
paint
This walls of this living room, although entirely covered in paint, contain one wall that is a different color. Though subtle, the different color of this accent wall draws the eye to it. emphasising it.
paneling
This bathroom has painted wooden paneling on its walls, which not only gives the wall architectural interest, but it also adds a touch of luxury to this bathroom as wood paneling is usually more expensive.
Ceiling Treatment:
This room as a tray ceiling, as the ceiling is separated by beams into individual trays. This ceiling treatment gives the room architectural interest and draws the eyes up to the ceiling, giving the room more height.
Window Treatments:
Balloon
This window has balloon shades, which balloon up on the bottom when they are tied up by the attached window ties in order to allow light in through the window.
Vertical Blinds
This large window has vertical blinds, which can be pulled all the way to one side to allow in all the light from the window, the vertical lines of the blinds add height to the room.
Roman
These shades on the windows above the sink in this kitchen as roman shades, which are pulled up from the bottom and fold up as they are are towards the top of the window.
Tieback
These are tie back drapes which are shades that touch the ground and are pulled back and away from the window by ties or other types of tiebacks.
Cafe
This window has cafe curtains, which are held by a curtain rod and only cover the bottom half of the window, they are common in kitchens, and allow light come through the top of the window.
Window Styles:
Awning
This is an awning window, which opens out with hinges from the top. This window looks like an awning when open and allows for the window to be open when its raining, as rain can roll of the window.
Bay
This is a bay window, and it projects out from the geometric shape, allowing for light to come in both from the front of the window, but also from the sides of the projected window.
Hopper
This is a hopper window which opens out with hinges of the bottom. These are common above interior doors to let light and air flow between rooms with the door closed.
Trapezoid
These are a trapezoid windows, which follow the shape of the house and roof. These windows are geometrically shaped and fit the the triangular shape of the wall.
Lightning:
Structural
Both the sconce and the chandelier are examples of structural lighting as they are both built in. They both don’t have any visual cords running to an electrical outlet, as they are connected to the wires inside the walls.
Non-structural
The sconce and the floor lamp are both good examples of non-structural lighting, as both are not built in to the wall, and both have external electrical cords that need to be plugged into the wall.
Accessories:
In thus room we see several accessories, including the various decorations on the bookcase, including picture frames, planets and small sculptured art pieces. The coffee table the side table also have several decorative pieces on them. The small ottomans are also accessories in this room that function as extra seating.
Accents
This living room also has decorative accessories such as accent pillows and throw blankets on the couch and decorative pieces such as a cactus and art print of the table behind the couch. The coffee table also has decorative pieces on it including another plant.
Architecture and Furniture Research
Neoclassical Architecture and Art Deco Architecture
Details
Neoclassical Architecture
Popular in the mid 1800’s, this style was influenced by classic architecture styles from antiquity, like Greek and Roman. Common features of neoclassical architecture include columns or decorative pillars, decorative pediments above columns, and carved marble statues or reliefs. Neoclassical buildings were often very large, and its elements were usually very massive and grand, such as huge lion statues, or extremely wide and tall pillars.
Art Deco Architecture
Popular in the 1930’s and 1930’s, this style was influenced by Egyptian architecture from ancient times, as king tut’s tomb was uncovered around this time, and travel to exotic lands, like Egypt, was readily available. It was in response to the very flowery motifs and curvy lines of the Art Nouveau movement that preceded it, in that Art Deco involved straight, precise lines and geometric shapes. Art deco combined fine craftsmanship with luxury materials, such as gold and stainless steel.
Culture
Neoclassical Architecture
The revival of Greek and Roman influences in architecture during the mid 1800’s in america, can be attributed to the american renaissance, which took place in the later half of the century. During this time, America was a fairly new country, and had implemented many radically new ideas in its government, inspired by the democracy of the roman empire from antiquity. Influenced by the enlightenment that preceded it, classical works were revived in an effort to champion rationality, thus classical architecture was also revised. The Brooklyn Bridge is a prime example of neoclassical style with reference to a a bridge.
Art Deco Architecture
During the time in which Art Deco was most popular, was during the tumultuous time between the two world wars that rocked the world in the early 1900’s. Art deco saw its beginnings after WWI had ended during the roaring twenties. As a response to the organic and flowing shapes of Art Nouveau, Art Deco exuded luxury and extravagance in its style, which reflected the state of America’s prosperity before the Great Depression. When the Great Depression hit, many architectural projects were commissioned to give people work, known as the New Deal. These projects, such as bridges, were often built in an art deco style. The Golden Gate Bridge is also a good example of the art deco style in the 1930’s.
Historical Influences
Neoclassical Architecture
As said before, neoclassical architecture was historically influenced by the architecture of the Greek and Romans in ancient times. Many neoclassical buildings have columns and a pediment in the front, similar to the ancient Greek temple pictured below. Arches and pilasters seen on the coliseum found in Rome, the capital of the Ancient Roman Empire, are also commonly seen on neoclassical buildings and bridges, like arches of the Brooklyn Bridge.
Art Deco Architecture
On the other hand, Art Deco, about a century later than Neoclassical, was also influenced by ancient architecture and design. Taking influence from ancient Egyptians this time, Art Deco had very prominent designs inspired by sunbursts, papyrus plants, and winged shapes, along with geometric patterns and shapes. Along with begin influence by the ancient Egyptians, Art Deco was influenced by Art Nouveau, which came before it, but was more geometric and sharp.
Technological Influences
Neoclassical Architecture
Following the rebirth if classical style and thought, the industrial revolution had taken place. Such developments of mass production in factories, use of steam, and the invention of new machines and tools, along with the streamlined factory system, made recreating the once tedious task of hand carving every column, as done in antiquity, much easier during the mid 1800’s. The expansion of the iron industry during this time allowed for the use of iron in neoclassical structures, as seen in this drawing.
Art Deco Architecture
During when Art Deco was a popular architecture style, stainless was a new invention. Many art deco skyscrapers, like the Chrysler building and the empire state building, were made out of the recently invented stainless steel. This material was used as the internal structure of the skyscrapers as it was very strong, and it was used to cover the outside of the buildings since it resisted corrosion. on the Chrysler building especially, stainless steel was used to create its famous crown and the art deco gargoyles on it.
Elements and Principles of Design
Neoclassical Architecture
Neoclassical architecture focuses mainly on vertical lines and figures, as tall columns are commonplace in neoclassical designs. These columns often had vertical stripes carved into the sides, which drew the eyes up and made the buildings look taller, and overall larger. pediments above the columns were often used, and the right angle of the top would create the rhythm of opposition, along with the right angle of the vertical columns meeting the horizontal support.
Art Deco Architecture
Art deco featured many geometric shapes, which were made up of straight and diagonal lines, which often gave the feeling of motion and excitement. Radiation was also a rhythm that was created by many of the shapes and designs that art deco displayed. Sunbursts, rays, and fans were used frequently in art deco architecture, and the widening shapes created the rhythm of radiation.
Pictures
Neoclassical
Art Deco
Visual Interpretation Three Period Four
International Architecture
This is Kendall Jenner’s new house, which displays international architecture. The house has many boxy and geometric shapes, while also being made out of industrial materials such as concrete, glass, and iron frames. This house is a modern addition to the upscale neighborhood of Beverly Hills, and the flat roof has a roof deck with a gorgeous view.
Craftsman Architecture
This upscale home in Vancouver has a distinctly craftsman style. Although it is a modern rendition, this house is still true to its roots with its incorporation of natural materials like the natural stone foundation and pillars, and the wood shingles on the side of the house. This craftsman house also has a low pitched gable roof which is a distinct characteristic of the craftsman style.
Cape Cod Architecture
This house has a cape cod style with dormers, and inspiration from the traditional colonial style. This house it two stories with a steeply pitched gable roof with dormers to add more space and to house windows for light. The doorway is also central making the balance of the house symmetrical.
Spanish Architecture
This mansion was built with a Spanish style, as seen by its many features influenced by old world Mediterranean and Iberian peninsular styles. The red cylindrical tiled roof, arched windows and doorways, iron railing and window panes, and cream stucco walls define this house as Spanish.
Rococo Furniture
This chair dipslays the french style called rococo very well. In response to baroque, rococo pieces were made more delicate and less decorated, as seen in this simply designed chair with straight legs and small carvings. This chair also has a pastel color scheme of baby blue fabric and light milk washed wood, common with others from the rococo period.
Art Nouveau Furniture
This chair exhibits the art nouveau style, popular at the beginning of the 1900’s. Art nouveau has a very decorative flowery design aesthetics, as represented in the embossed leather and carved wood of this chair. The overall shape and outline of the chair, with its curving lines and diagonal supports continues the art nouveau influence.
Art Deco Furniture
Art deco was a more streamlined and geometric style period than that of art nouveau. Diagonal lines that created patterns and shapes, especially those that radiated out like sun rays, as seen in the design of the back cushion, were very popular during when this style en vogue. The vertical lines created by metal bars supporting the chair continued this geometric theme seen with art deco.
Bauhaus Furniture
Bauhaus style, originated from a German school of design, used a lot of tubular metal in their design, while focusing on the utilitarian aspect of the piece. This chair is very simple as to serve its purpose, but still has some aesthetic presence with the metal tubes that were curved in a continuous loop. This chair has simple lines and curves, fitting well with the Bauhaus style.
Modern Furniture
This chair is a very good example of the modern style, with its complex geometric metal base, and molded plastic seat. The transparent pink acrylic in a very modern material, and a modern process was used to mold it into the shape of a chair. Supported by what seems like very thin chrome tubes, the chair feels very airy as you can literally see through it, taking up very little visual space, a very modern concept.
Gable Roof
This house has a gable roof, as it is a two sided steeply pitched roof that meets at a “gable” or the point where the two sides of the roof meet at the top of the house. The sides of the house where the meet the gable roof has a triangular shape as to match the point of the gable. The sides where the gable roof slopes down has a wide overhang.
Gambrel Roof
A Gambrel roof is a modification of the gable roof, in that is has two sides, both those ides are split into two different faces, which have different degrees of slope. The top “gable park of the roof, is fairly steeply pitched, but not as steeply pitched as the almost vertical lower sections of this gambrel roof. The front face of this house also has a similar triangular shape, but it is modified to fit the shape of the roof, giving the house a barn like feel.
Shed Roof
This house has a shed roof, named as it is the most common roof found on sheds, and it is the simplest roof. The taller portion of the house has a steeply pitched shed roof, which has just one side that slopes, so that rain and snow can slide off. The shorter part of the house also has a shed roof, and if they were connected and had the same slope to their sides, it could be considered a gable roof, but they are not connected, and one roof side is steeper than the other.
Visual Interpretation Two Interior Design Period Four
Symmetrical Balance
This wall has symmetrical balance because the of the pair of identical armchairs. They also have the same pillows on them and a symmetrical flower art above the chairs on the wall. This symmetrical wall gives the room a formal feel, balancing out the asymmetry of the decorative items on the coffee table
Asymmetrical Balance
This room has an asymmetrical balance balance because both sides of the room are different. On one side of the couch there is a side table with a lamp, and two sitting chairs are also on that side of the room. On the opposite side of the room there is one swinging chair and plant. There are also two different rugs that overlap, but each one is predominately on each side of the room. This asymmetry gives the room an informal and relaxed feeling.
Emphasis
the emphasis on this wall is the boldly patterned and brightly colored couch. The large floral print in vibrant colors on the fabric of the upholstered couch draws the eye to it. Drawing the eye to the couch makes this wall seem more important and as the focus of the room.
Good Scale
This small room has good scale because it contains small furniture. The small loveseat is a perfect alternative to a large sectional or sofa, since this room appears to be very small. Ths small coffee tables also fit well into the room because they can be pulled part to become smaller pieces. The small art pieces on the wall are also in good scale to the small room since small rooms have small walls and the fit the wall well. The good scale in this room makes the room actually look bigger even though the furniture is small.
Good Proportion
This room has good proportion in that is displays elements of the golden mean of 2/3. The wall in this room is split up into 3 sections, 2 of which are the shelves, and the third being the couch. This breakup of the wall into three sections lend itself to having a pleasing proportion of the selves taking up 2/3 of the wall. This good proportion makes for an aesthetically pleasing space that isn’t just cut in half by 1/2 proportions.
Harmony
This room has harmony in that is has variety and unity represented in it. There is unity between all of the pink/orchid colored items such as the book on the coffee table, the flowers on the pillow, and the art print. There is variety in this room with the differing textures and materials, from the gold metal legs of the coffee table, to the faux fur of the pillows, and to the glass of the round mirror above the couch. This harmony create balance between the things that are similar and different in this room.
Structural Design
This room has structural design because it has exposed brick walls. These brick walls have a physical texture that is rough and bumpy. The floors also have structural design because they have textured lines and the floor isn’t perfectly smooth. The shag rug in the center of the room also has structural deign in that it has a soft and nubby texture.
Naturalistic Decorative Design
The wallpaper in this room is an example of a naturalistic decorative design, because the leaves and plants printed on it look realistic and as they would look in nature. The natural looking leaves give the room a tropical, lush and earthy feeling, which can be both calming and energizing, as is with being outside amongst nature.
Stylized Decorative Design
This geometric bear decal on the wall of this room is a good example of stylized decorative design. the shape is recognizable as a bear, which can be found in nature, but it does not look exactly as a bear would outdoors. The geometric shapes and lines that make up the shape of the bear make it stylistic. This design gives the room a combo of having something inspired by nature while also being a in an abstract form, which makes for an interesting and pleasing addition to the room.
Abstract Decorative Design
This room contains an abstract decorative design, evident in the art design above the pink couch. This abstract print does not look like anything found in nature and does not represent anything found in nature. The abstract print is made up of several shapes and colors to create its overall design. This abstract design gives the room an artistic feel.
Rhythm: Radiation
The rhythm radiation is created by lines that flow out from center point, just like how the “rays” of this sunburst mirror spread outwards from the center, or the actual mirror. The lines coming out from the center draw the eye to the center of the art piece which makes the overall mirror look larger than it actually is.
Rhythm: Gradation
This room has a rhythm of gradation because it has ombre walls. The bottom of the walls near the floor are a peachy pinker color which get light land lighter the farther up the wall, you go. This draws the eye up the wall giving the illusion of height like a tall ceiling.
Rhythm: Repetition
The repetition of the round cut end of the logs in the fireplace create the rhythm of repetition. This creates an emphasis out of the fireplace as the eye is drawn towards the repetition of the circles created by the ends of the logs which fill the space inside the fireplace.
Painting for Color Scheme
Interior Design: Visual Interpretation One Period Four
A Room that is Me
This room is me because I love both bright colors and geometric shapes and patterns. I also find balance refreshing, from the round polka dots on the wall joining curved line with black and white, to sharp triangular and trapezoidal shapes in vibrant colors on the bedspread.
Vertical Lines
the vertical lines in their entryway can be found in the wood paneling on the wall, and in the tall hurricanes on the shelf. These vertical lines make the ceiling of the entryway seem a lot higher than than actually are, adding height and space. This creates an airy and grand feel for the space.
Horizontal Lines
The horizontal lines in this living room can be found in the low couch and the horizontal shelf running across created by an outward extension to the wall. These horizontal lines create a space of restfulness and informality, which might even seem inviting enough to make you want to sleep on the couch!
Curved Lines
There are curved lines in this living room, evident in the round rug on the floor, the collection of round coffee tables in the center, and the round mirror and plate on the shelf above the couch. although in such muscular textures of raw wood and sisal, all these pieces add feminine touches, due to their curvy characteristic. These curved lines also soften the hard edges of the room and the linear forms of the shelf and couch.
Diagonal Line
The diagonals lines in this room can be found in the triangular and geometrics prints on both the plant pot and on the pillow. These diagonal lines give a sense of excitement and the feeling of movement. This feeling of excitement and movement from the diagonal lines on these pieces, gives the space and the room energy and vibrance.
One Shape and One Form
The coral rectangle painted on this wall is two dimensional and thus a shape. The Tall shape gives a splash of color on otherwise bland walls, and since the shape is taller than it is wide, it gives height to the ceiling. The yellow upholstered love seat at the base of the shape is the form, since it is three dimensional, and anchors the items gathered around it.
Form Follows Function
These re purposed and repainted desk chairs are very functional places to sit, therefore function comes before form. After being repainted vibrant colors, they now look like interesting forms, but they still hold true to the purpose that they were made for, to be sat in by a student.
Variety of Textures
This room has a variety of textures including a deep pile shag rug, which is soft and plush. The marble coffee tap top is smooth and cold, playing nicely off the cozy rug. There is also a dark rattan basket under the coffee table which has a rough and nubby texture, since it is made of natural materials.
Monochromatic Room
This room has a monochromatic theme, with varying hues of blue throughout the room. This color has a very calming effect as it reminds people of blue skies and calm oceans. Giving the people the feeling of being outside with the sky and the ocean can be very relaxing, but it is not the most cozy and warm feeling that being inside a house affords you.
Analogous Color Scheme
This room has an analogous color scheme evident in the use of the colors orange, red, and pink (although not on the color wheel I considered it a color between red and purple.) While both the red and orange can be seen as warm colors, the pink is a little bit cooler, giving the room a vibrant, yet balanced feel.
Complementary Color Scheme
This room has both purple and yellow pieces, notably the purple walls and the yellow couch, making it a complementary color scheme. Purple is exactly opposite from yellow on the color wheel, and gives a balance of color to the room. Although both colors lean towards the warmer side, a slightly pink purple, a goldenrod yellow leaning towards orange, the colors compliment each other well.
Warm Color Scheme
This kitchen has a warm color scheme, although it is mainly white. The bright red orange stools add the warmth to the otherwise neutral kitchen, along with the red and orange flowers and various kitchen appliances, like the red mixer and orange dishes on the shelves. These warm colors add warmth to the kitchen, a place of cooking and food consumption.
Cool Color Scheme
This room has a cool color scheme which enconmpasses the colors purple and blue. These colors give the room a relaxing and cool feel, making stress and heat feel far away. Even the bookcase is painted in a cool dark navy, although in this case it almost acts as a neutral, black.
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Seventh Week: Mountain Air
This week at Mountain Air, Liz decided to redo the whole women’s section in the store. She rearranged the entire layout of the racks on the floor, and we started to redo the wall display with the shelves and the racks. I helped one of the employees by taking the things she handed me down from the shelves on the wall because she was on a ladder. I then put those items back, and also helped her to move shirts and hiking pants off a rack so we could move the rack down. We placed all of the clothes on other racks in order to not make a mess of the store and to still let customers be able to shop the clothes while we were changing the wall.
Unfortunately, we couldn’t change the racks height because the spot we wanted to put it in didn’t work because a crooked crew was blocking the slot. I tried to problem-solve by getting a screwdriver to screw it in so we could put the rack in the slots, but unfortunately it didn’t work. This taught me that even though you have a vision for something and want to put it in a certain place, you will face some obstacles that will prevent you from doing that, and you instead have to improvise the layout.
This week I also helped them create a mother’s day display in front of the store. I was in charge of putting all of the men’s clothing that used to be on that table back in the store, and making sure the displays I put those clothes on still worked. I also helped some of the employees by picking some items likes socks to put on the table to go with the display. I also helped them arrange the items on the table, like the folded pants and boots. I then added some needed color to one side by propping up a bright purple backpack on the corner of the table on the floor. I was able to balance the colors and the heights/ dimensions of the items on the table display to make them look appealing to the customer.
Sixth Week: Mountain Air
This week I started at mountain air, and I made sure that all of the clothes were tidy and the sizes were in order. Often times, on most days, I would find myself doing this if there was nothing else for me to do. This taught me that even though there is nothing planned to do for me, that their was still something I could do to be helpful. Even though it is tedious to thumb through the racks and arrange the clothes by size and order, It made the store more accessible to customers.
I also helped Liz change some displays throughout the store. I would have to figure out where to place the previous items in the display back in the store, and also how to arrange the new display based on the function and space. For example, I had to change a small wall in the men’s section, and wanted it to have a more summery feel. I moved out some of the long sleeve jackets and instead replaced them with boxers. I also added a shelf to better display such items as hydro flasks and hats. I also hung some brightly colored backpacks to further the summery feel.
I also got to rearrange some smaller displays, and switch out some bags and purses in the women’s section. Rotating the various items in the store to the different displays makes sure that all items have an equal chance at getting bought. Organizing the displays so they are easy to see by the customer and also easy for the costumer to to take the items down to look at them more, is also very important to keep in mind.
