Geometry of Design
eBook - PDF

Geometry of Design

Studies in Proportion and Composition

  1. English
  2. PDF
  3. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - PDF

Geometry of Design

Studies in Proportion and Composition

About this book

Geometry of Design is a comprehensive overview of the principles of proportion and composition. Using detailed diagrams and vellum overlays, Kimberly Elam clearly illustrates how naturally occurring systems of measurement create symmetry, order, and visual balance in a broad spectrum of successful modern designs, from Bauhaus posters to the Volkswagen Beetle.

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Table of contents

  1. Introduction
  2. Cognitive Proportion Preferences
  3. Proportion and Nature
  4. Human Body Proportions in Classical Sculpture
  5. Human Body Proportions in Classical Drawing
  6. Facial Proportions
  7. Architectural Proportions
  8. Le Corbusier’s Regulating Lines
  9. Construction of the Golden Section Rectangle
  10. Golden Section Proportions
  11. Golden Section and the Fibonacci Sequence
  12. Golden Section Triangle and Ellipse
  13. Golden Section Dynamic Rectangles
  14. Root 2 Rectangle Construction
  15. DIN System of Paper Proportioning
  16. Root 2 Dynamic Rectangles
  17. Root 3 Rectangle
  18. Root 4 Rectangle
  19. Root 5 Rectangle
  20. Comparison of Root Rectangles
  21. The Process of Geometric Analysis
  22. Geometric Analysis
  23. Postscript
  24. Acknowledgements
  25. Image & Photo Credits
  26. Selected Bibliography
  27. Index