STEAM Project: Architecture - It's Elementary!
- Design is accomplished by composing the physical characteristics of size, shape, texture, proportion, scale, mass and color.
- Order is the arrangement and organization of elements to help solve visual and functional problems.
- Visual relationships are determined by light, shadow, edges and contrast.
- Balance is the creation of visual harmony through the use of color and the manipulation of form.
- Form follows function is a design approach where the form of the building is determined by the function of its spaces and its parts.
- Nature is a model for architectural forms and shapes.
- Mass creates form, which occupies space and brings into being a spatial articulation/expression.
- Symbolism is an important means of visual communication for architecture.
- Visual thinking is a key to awareness of the built environment.
- Sustainable design of the built environment protects the natural environment.
- Social structure, culture and the built environment have a direct influence on one another.
- Design is experienced through human sensory perception.
- The creative process is basic to design.
- Aesthetics is the artistic component of architecture.
- Climate and the natural environment influence design decisions.
- Architecture satisfies emotional and spiritual needs in addition to physical needs.
- Past, current and future technologies influence design decisions.
