This week in Interior Design we learned about Rhythm. Rhythm uses pattern to create interest and unity in a design. Rhythm is created when certain lines, colors, forms or textures are used in a consistent pattern. Rhythm can also be used to create a feeling or order.
Repetition: establishes rhythm through the repetitive use of an element. It establishes a continuity and flow of a rhythm. For example, the pictures on the wall shows repetition because it's repeating a similar like picture.
In this picture the repetition is on the carpet or the rug. Again, it's repeating an object or pattern.
Radiation: related to radical balance. Radiation can give a room a circular, sweeping, rhythmic movement. It can also be seen through furniture in a circular grouping. The room itself is in a circular motion along with the table shape and placement.
The second picture for radiation is the staircase. It gives off the circular shape and the rhythmic movement.
Gradation: the gradual increase or decrease of similar elements of design. This can include colors. The gradation of this picture is the color yellow. It shows many light to medium to dark yellows.
The gradation for this picture would be the different sizes for the end tables.
