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On the other hand, if there is not enough overlap between the circles, then acute an­gles are likely to occur (right side of Figure 10-32). A concentric design theme is best used when there is an extremely important design element or space that is to be the center of attraction. A design theme made up […]

A corner of the rectangle is also the center of the square. Figure 10-20 shows two differ­ent compositions, each consisting of the same forms. Rarely, however, will more than two different forms work together to create a recognizably consistent theme. The narrow, angular piece of material in this area has the tendency to crack, especially […]

The forms presented here are (1) triangle (three sides), (2) square (four sides), (3) pentagon (five sides), (4) hexagon (six sides), and (5) octagon (eight sides). Figures 10-8 through 10-12 illustrate how each of these polygons is formed within a circle, respectively. Figure 10-8 Developing an equilat­eral triangle within a circle. Most people can estimate […]

DEFINITION AND PURPOSE Form composition can be defined as the process of converting the approximate area outlines of the functional diagram to specific forms to create visual order. Form composition is a critical step of the design process because it directly af­fects the aesthetics of a space. Whereas functional diagrams establish an invisible framework that […]

It is a design effort undertaken to provide opportunities to enhance and enrich exploratory techniques in developing design alternatives. It is not important to use each and every portion or detail of the architectural feature. Exact replica­tion is not necessary. It is developed by “pretend­ing” that selected patterns of the architecture could be adapted to […]

But when there are two, three, four, or five plants in a group, the eye can quickly depict even and odd amounts. This might be understood more easily by think­ing of rhythm in music. But we rarely see and experience a complete landscape design instantaneously. Color (Value) Texti/re An element or group of elements in […]

It is not unusual for the designer to study a series of alternatives and refinements during preliminary de­sign. The term semirealistic means that the graphic symbols combine realism with abstraction. The aesthetics of the entire design as well as individual ele­ments within the design are primary concerns during preliminary design. These principles help the designer […]

The same considerations are given to the backyard. To better illustrate the thought process involved in the preparation of functional dia­grams, let us return to the Duncan residence. SUMMARY The creation of functional diagrams entails logical, thoughtful attention to the site’s functional organiza­tion. Figure 8-36 shows another alternative. The more consideration given to this phase […]

As stated earlier, the designer should study the different design factors when preparing a functional diagram. Each of these factors influences the others and should be stud­ied in concert with one another. There should be no blank areas or “holes” in the layout (Figure 8—34). Another suggestion for this step of the design process is […]

It is during this stage that the designer should start thinking about the third di­mension of the ground plane. It is not always easy to study all these factors together, but it is essential to do so. The designer might ask: “Should one have to go up from the lawn area to the outside entertaining […]