Term
| Bold colors and patterns; teak, mahogany and straight-grained woods in slab veneer doors; antique and reproduction accents are characteristic of what theme style? |
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Definition
Modern/Contemporary:
Mid-Century Modernism
DP 182 |
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Term
| What are the elements of design? |
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Definition
Line
Shape
Space
Form
Texture
Color
DP 15 |
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Term
| What are the principles of design? |
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Definition
Balance
Rhythm
Emphasis
DP 15 |
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Term
| What are types of Balance? |
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Definition
- Symmetrical or Formal Balance
- Asymmetrical or Informal Balance
- Radial Balance
DP 76 |
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Term
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Definition
It is created when equal forces attract equal attention as they radiate from a central axis.
DP 83 |
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Term
| What is symmetrical balance? |
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Definition
Also called formal balance, it is when two objects or elements of the room are exactly the same, also referred to as mirror image.
DP 76 |
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Term
| Placing two differently finished cabinets on opposite walls is an example of this design principle? |
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Definition
Asymmetrical balance
DP 80 |
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Term
| What is asymmetrical balance? |
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Definition
Also called informal balance, it is when unequal forces attract equal attention because of their placement.
DP 80 |
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Term
| How do you characterize vertical lines? |
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Definition
A vertical line carries the eye upward and adds visual height to the space. It expresses forcefulness and can have a formal, austere feeling. The width of the line, space between the lines, and contrast between the finish of the line and adjacent spaces all affect the impact of vertical lines.
DP 19 |
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Term
| How can you characterize a diagonal line? |
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Definition
A diagonal line is dramatic. It forces the eye in either a horizontal or vertical direction. It implies action and movement. It has an energetic, vibrant feeling that can sometimes be disconcerting or disturbing.
DP 23 |
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Term
| What is the effect of these lines when they are used in a space? |
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Definition
Horizontal lines add length
Vertical lines add height
Curved lines add a feeling
Diagonal lines add energy
DP 16-25 |
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Term
| How can you characterize curved lines? |
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Definition
A curved line suggests joy; a soft curve suggests refinement; a curve at one end suggests happiness but turned upside down the same curve suggest sorrow. Curved lines have a feminine feeling and generally soften space.
DP 21 |
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Term
| What type of line helps create a relaxed, calm space? |
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Definition
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Term
| How can you characterize horizontal lines? |
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Definition
Horizontal lines are the most stable of all forms. The eye travels along the line, widening the area or object viewed. Horizontal lines feel calm and relaxed.
DP 16 |
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Term
| What is continuity or rhythm? |
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Definition
It is the forms or rhythms that divide a space into understandable intervals.
DP 84 |
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Term
| What are the types of rhythm? |
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Definition
- Repetition
- Alternation
- Progression
- Domination
DP 84 |
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Term
What example of continuity/rhythm the following represents:
Alternating black and white tiles, a back splash with white tiles and black accent tiles, and a white counter? |
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Definition
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Term
| When one element in a room causes the eye to follow the lines and shapes created by that element and move in that direction, this is what type of rhythm? |
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Definition
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Term
| When a motif progresses through a series of intermediate steps to carry the eye from one end of the scale to the other, this is what type of rhythm? |
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Definition
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Term
| When a selected motif pulls and holds a design together by providing a logical step from one element to the other, this is what type of rhythm? |
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Definition
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Term
| What are the five patterns? |
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Definition
Structural
Naturalistic
Stylized
Geometric
Abstract
DP 35 |
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Term
| How can you characterize an abstract pattern? |
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Definition
Abstract patterns are based on geometric form, but introduce an element of impressionism and artistic freedom. The shapes and patterns are less rigid and formal than the traditional concept of geometric design.
DP 44 |
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Term
| How can you characterize a geometric pattern? |
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Definition
It follows mathematically predictable formulas: circles, triangles, rectangles, strips, plaids, polka dots, and lacy patterns. This type of pattern works well when colors or shapes of the same naturalistic materials are combined.
DP 42 |
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Term
| Clients who prefer natural presentation often choose what pattern of design? |
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Definition
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Term
| How can you characterize a structural pattern? |
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Definition
When the structure of the product is allowed to determine the form of the design. It has little if any applied ornamentation.
DP 36 |
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Term
| Your clients have a photograph of a vineyard from their trip to Italy; they want to have the scene reproduced into a mural in their bathroom. This is what pattern preference? |
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Definition
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Term
| How can you characterize a stylistic pattern? |
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Definition
Stylized patterns are drawn from recognized natural sources but the pattern makes no pretense at actual representation. The themes are simplified, exaggerated, rearranged or distorted.
DP 40 |
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Term
| How can you characterize a naturalistic pattern? |
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Definition
Naturalistic patterns represent subject matter drawn from nature, such as flowers, leaves, fruits, animals and landscapes. The motif is as realistic as possible. Colors relate to those found in nature.
DP 38 |
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Term
| Which style of kitchen would typically showcase geometric patterns? |
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Definition
Transitional and modern kitchens and bathrooms.
DP 42 |
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Term
| Designers emphasize specific forms in a room by contrasting the heights of vertical elements in the space. What are three ways this can be accomplished? |
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Definition
By creating one of the following:
- Pyramid, which has the tallest vertical element in the center and adjacent objects growing smaller in descending order
- "H" form, which has taller elements at each end
- Step ladder, which has the tallest element at one end and all the other elements growing progressively smaller
DP 46 |
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Term
| What are the simple shapes used in design? |
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Definition
Rectangular shape
Square shape
Diagonal or angled shape
Triangular shape
Curved or circular shape
DP 26 |
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Term
| Mixing 1950's collectibles and furniture with old family antiques and Art Deco furniture suggest what theme? |
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Definition
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Term
| What do rough course textures imply? |
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Definition
They have a rugged, sturdy quality. They imply a naturalistic pattern.
DP 50 |
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Term
| Soft, gentle textures suggest what? |
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Definition
Delicate, feminine environments
DP 50 |
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Term
| What do fine, smooth textures suggest? |
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Definition
They suggest formality and elegance. They may imply a hard, cold feeling within a room.
DP 50 |
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Term
What term is best described as
"a reoccuring, silent, thematic element"? |
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Definition
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Term
| What was the primary concern of early bathroom planners? |
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Definition
Providing a safe indoor supply of water.
DP, page xvii |
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Term
| What is the latest architectural style to influence design in North America? |
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Definition
Pacific Rim Design
DP 107 |
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Term
| In the 1970's, a startling new concept was introduced in several well-respected shelter magazines -- what was it? |
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Definition
The idea of a "Great Room"
DP page xv |
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Term
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Definition
The form of an object is determined by its structure, apparent weight and ornamentation. The form is not just the physical shape of the object but is determined by the overall structure of the shape and its relationship with others adjacent to it.
DP 46 |
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Term
| What are the types of emphasis? |
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Definition
Area and theme
DP 93 & 98 |
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Term
| Classically traditional rooms usually include what types of surfaces and shapes? |
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Definition
Smooth surfaces and soft, curved shapes.
DP 50 |
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Term
| Few choices for fixture colors or fitting finishes, with white the predominate color, characterizes which period? |
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Definition
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Term
| What does transitional styling refer to? |
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Definition
A popular styling of today, which is a combination or midway point between Traditional/Old World and Modern/Contemporary styling.
DP 102 |
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Term
| Contemporary modern rooms work well with what types of surfaces and textures? |
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Definition
A combination of smooth surfaces and strong textures.
DP 50 |
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Term
| As a general rule, casual environments work best with what textures? |
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Definition
Strongly textured surfaces.
DP 50 |
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Term
| What are the four different versions of contemporary design themes? |
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Definition
- Artisan Crafted
- East Meets West
- Urban Contemporary
- Mid-Century Modernism
DP 156 |
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Term
| Stile-and-rail recessed panel door with simple outside door detail in cherry or maple wood, beaded board wainscoting, and dyes made from clays and plants are indicative of which theme style? |
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Definition
American Classic Rustic:
American Shaker
DP 113 |
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Term
| Cabinets with stiles and rails on a flat panel door, wood pulls, beaded board wall system, wood floors, and a square edge slate top: what style influenced this design? |
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Definition
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Term
| Which theme has an underlying emphasis on simplicity of line, geometric ornamentation and handcrafted elegance? |
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Definition
American Classic Rustic:
Arts & Craft (Bungalow, Prairie)
DP 116 |
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Term
| Which theme style has plain, functional furniture arranged in functional manner, with the furniture large in scale, simple in design and constructed of oak? |
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Definition
American Classic Rustic:
Arts & Craft (Bungalow, Prairie)
DP 116 |
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Term
| Plank door styles in whitewash or natural tones, geometric patterns and naturalistic motifs are characteristic of what theme? |
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Definition
American Classic Rustic:
Rustic Ameriana
(Southwestern, Spanish Mission, Lodge)
DP 121 |
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Term
| Which type of line can help visually increase the height of a room? |
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Definition
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Term
| What are the two types of texture? |
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Definition
- Tactile (or actual)
- Visual
DP 50 |
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Term
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
Warm colors advance
DP 59 |
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Term
| What type of hue is orange? |
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Definition
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Term
| What are the tertiary colors? |
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Definition
Tertiary colors are created from combining adjacent primary and secondary colors. The tertiary colors are named using the primary color first: yellow-green, blue-green, blue-violet, red-violet, red-orange, and yellow-orange.
DP 57 |
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Term
| Your clients like to see products in their natural state in the kitchen you design, using oak and granite. What pattern preference would you recommend? |
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Definition
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Term
| A stucco textured wall describes what type of texture? |
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Definition
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Term
| To visually re-adjust the height in the room, which type of line could you use and how? |
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Definition
Use a wide horizontal line to contrast strongly with the background surface will divide the overall elevation into segments.
DP 16 |
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Term
| Which colors are used in neutral harmony? |
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Definition
Black, white and gray.
DP 70 |
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Term
| Which color is seen as neutral, and implies moderation and serenity? |
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Definition
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Term
| Which color stimulates the appetite, increases irritability, and is also considered a happy color? |
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Definition
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Term
| Which color is considered playful, fun and pleasurable? |
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Definition
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Term
| When did building codes begin mandating indoor plumbing for all residences? |
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Definition
In the 1920's
DP, page xvii |
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Term
| What is color intensity (chroma)? |
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Definition
Intensity is the degree of departure of a color from the neutral color of the same value.
DP 59 |
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Term
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Definition
It is the lightness or darkness of the color.
DP 60 |
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Term
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Definition
It is a color as it is reflected through a prism.
DP 55 |
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Term
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Definition
A pattern is an arrangement of designs.
DP 35 |
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Term
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Definition
Space is the overall room, with its windows, ceiling height, and millwork. It is the space objects occupy and people move around in.
DP 46 |
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Term
| What are the general categories of information you should gather before you begin your design? |
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Definition
- General client information
- Budget constraints
- Time frame
- Key decision makers
DP 11 |
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Term
| How can you create a focal point within a room? |
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Definition
Include 3 levels of attention-grabbing design: dominant, sub-dominant and subordinate.
DP 93 |
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Term
| What does Contemporary or Modern styling refer to? |
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Definition
A look that reflects the lifestyle of current society; the design combines styles from diverse periods.
DP 102 |
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Term
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Definition
A unified look
A timeless look
DP 4 & 7 |
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Term
| What is meant by a "unified look"? |
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Definition
The key to a unified look is how each individual part of the room relates to the others; that all dissimilar elements or items of the space are visually tied together in an organized, logical, balanced yet interesting way.
DP 4-5 |
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Term
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Definition
It is the emergence of something new which is relative, useful, or important.
DP 4 |
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Term
| What is meant by a "timeless look"? |
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Definition
It is proven style and solid quality, which is based on the appropriateness and durability of the design solutions and products incorporated in the room.
DP 7 |
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Term
The idea of a well-planned, well-designed kitchen was first talked about in what era?
What happened to bring this about? |
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Definition
In the 1920s when Hoosier cabinets were introduced and Cornell University began research on functional planning.
DP, page xiii |
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Term
| When was decorative hardware and interesting accent cabinet pieces introduced? |
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Definition
After World War II
DP, page xiv |
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Term
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Definition
The designer's ability to select one choice from several acceptable alternatives.
DP 1 |
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Term
| Symmetry, classical designs, grand molding details and appliques, raised panel doors, delicate curves and soft lines are characteristic of which theme style? |
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Definition
American Classic Formal:
American Traditional - American Georgian
DP 124 |
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Term
| The most formal of interiors, white finish on cabinets, classic molding or intricate applied molding, plaster ceiling, crown molding, and wood parquet flooring describes which theme style? |
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Definition
American Classic Formal:
American Traditional - Federal
DP 128 |
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Term
| A preponderance of machine-made molding, dark somber colors, and heavy wood grains, medieval motifs and leaded glass panes are characteristic of what theme style? |
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Definition
American Classic Formal:
Victorian
DP 132 |
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Term
| Square cabinet lines, inset panel doors with heavy applied moldings, symmetrically arranged repetitive raised sections, curved shapes and lines in architectural elements, and flowers everywhere describe what theme style? |
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Definition
European Classic Rustic:
English Country
DP 136 |
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Term
| A collection of patterns, colors and materials that please the homemaker; rooms are light in color and have a feminine sense, with curved lines dominating describe what theme style? |
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Definition
European Classic Rustic:
French Country
DP 141 |
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Term
| Fine procelain pieces, curved mullion doors with beveled glass, delicately patterned fabrics, including lace describe which theme style? |
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Definition
European Classic Rustic:
French Country
DP 142 |
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Term
| Extensive use of arched openings, in heavily plastered, oversized rooms, dark woods, soft-edge stone surfaces, and vibrantly painted tile murals are characteristic of which theme style? |
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Definition
European Classic Rustic:
Tuscan
DP 147 |
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Term
| Eclectric styling, uncluttered looks, focus on functional storage, simple frame and recess panel doors with delicate, simple moldings, light pastel tones describe which theme style? |
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Definition
European Classic Rustic:
Scandinavian Country
DP 151 |
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Term
| Masculine and dramatic, formal and austere, and a strong contrast between dark and pale woods, and gilded accents describe which theme style? |
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Definition
European Classic Formal:
(Biedermeier/French Empire)
DP 152 |
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Term
| Naturalistic patterns and materials, combined with hard-edged surfaces, eclectic interiors, often incorporate geometric symmetry inspired by Art Deco describe which theme style? |
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Definition
Modern/Contemporary:
Artisan Crafted
DP 158 |
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Term
| A pared-down style, beautiful craftsmanship, simplicity of shape, and interplay between dissimilar, natural materials and unusual asymmetrical or angled shapes within a space describe which theme style? |
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Definition
Modern/Contemporary:
East Meets West
DP 166 |
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Term
| Unadorned, structural materials are featured in architecture is the basis for this style, stainless is a key accent material, straight wood grains, and either vibrant primary colors or neutrals in blacks and whites describe this theme style? |
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Definition
Modern/Contemporary:
Urban Contemporary
DP 172 |
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Term
| What are the color hamonies? |
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Definition
- Monochromatic
- Analogous
- Analogous with complementary color
- Triad
- Complementary
- Neutral
DP 62-70 |
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Term
| What are the primary colors? |
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Definition
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Term
| Which color harmony would the hues red, red-orange, orange, and yellow-orange represent? |
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Definition
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Term
| What would be the accent color for a Analogous Color with Complementary Accents, if the analogous colors are yellow, yellow-green, and green? |
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Definition
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Term
| A harmony, in which, many shades, tints or tones of a single color is used is called what? |
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Definition
Monochromatic harmony
DP 63 |
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Term
| Which are the warm colors? |
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Definition
Yellows, oranges, reds are warm colors. They are the colors on the left side of the color wheel.
DP 58 |
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Term
| Which are the cool colors? |
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Definition
Greens, blues and violet are cool colors. They are the colors on the right side of the color wheel.
DP 58 |
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Term
| What are the secondary colors? |
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Definition
The secondary colors are created from combining two primary colors. The secondary colors are:
Green, Orange, Violet
DP 57 |
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Term
| What temperature of color can make a room seem smaller or an object in the room seem bigger? |
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Definition
Warm colors and shades
DP 74 |
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Term
| What temperature of color can make a room seem bigger or make an object in a room seem smaller? |
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Definition
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Term
| How does color value impact the apparent weight of an object? |
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Definition
- Light colors decrease the weight of an object
- Dark colors increase the weight of an object
DP 74 |
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Term
| Which color is considered the safe color, specified by the ultra-conservative? |
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Definition
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Term
| What is the result when black is mixed with the hue? |
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Definition
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Term
| What is the result when white is mixed with a hue? |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
A color of high intensity is said to be saturated or strong.
DP 59 |
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Term
| What techniques can be used to lower a ceiling using color? |
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Definition
- Use warm colors
- Use dark colors
- Use strong saturation
DP 75 |
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Term
| What techniques can be used to raise a ceiling using color? |
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Definition
- Use cool colors
- Use light tints
DP 75 |
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Term
| What techniques can be used to shrink space using color? |
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Definition
- Use warm colors
- Use dark colors
- Use bright colors
- Introduce several contrasts
DP 74 |
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Term
| What techniques can be used to shorten a room using color? |
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Definition
On the narrow wall of the room
- Use warm colors
- Use dark colors
- Use a strong saturation
DP 75 |
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Term
| What techniques can be used to expand space with color? |
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Definition
- Use cool colors
- Use light colors
- Use dull colors
- Keep contrasts to a minimum
DP 74 |
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Term
| What techniques can be used to lengthen a room using color? |
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Definition
- Use cool colors
- Use light colors
- Use dull colors
- Limit contrasts
DP 75 |
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Term
Whatt type of harmony is this?
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Definition
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Term
What type of harmony is this?
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Definition
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Term
What type of harmony is this?
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Definition
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Term
What type of harmony is this?
[image] |
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Definition
Analogous colors with complementary accents.
DP 62 |
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