TERMS Flashcards
Using the same shape but of
different dimensions.
Contrast of SIZE
Having light and dark colored
materials.
Contrast of TONE
Thin and thick, horizontal or vertical
direction of beams, columns.
Contrast of LINE
An ecclesiastical with Domestic
building
Contrast of
CHARACTER
Using different materials, glass,
marble, steel.
Contrast of TREATMENT
A building of mixed shapes,
angles.
Contrast of FORM
All parts must fit together in such
a way that the composition will
be disturbed if one element is
removed.
ORGANIC
The measurement of man
implemented to accommodate
him to machines.
ERGONOMICS
the applied science that coordinates
the design of devices, systems, and environments
with our physiological and psychological
capabilities and requirements.
ERGONOMICS
HUMAN ENGINEERING
ERGONOMICS
Has a picturesqueness of surroundings.
GRAVITATIONAL
A monumental effect, has a
central axis, can .be formal or
with a radial effect.
SYMMETRICAL
BALANCE
Deals with the relationship between
an object and the whole
structure The window to the
wall.
ABSOLUTE PROPORTION
A systematic method of problem
solving.
METHODOLOGY
The size of a building element
relative to other forms in its context
whose size is known. ex: a
door, a stair.
GENERIC SCALE
A system based on the dimension
and proportions of the human
body in relation to forms,
furniture, heights.
ANTHROPORMOPHIC
“the process of measuring humans.”
the measurement of the size and proportions of the human body
Anthropometry
An elementary means of organizing
forms and spaces in architecture.
It is a line established
by two points.
AXIS
The size of a building element
relative to the dimensions and
proportion of the human body.
HUMAN SCALE
This deal between the parts of
an object and the whole object,
ex: window panes and the
whole jamb.
RELATIVE
PROPORTION
In unity, shapes, sizes of elements
are shown one after the
other.
ALTERNATION
Forms and spaces especially
placed to call attention to themselves
as being the important elements
in composition.
STRATEGIC
LOCATION
Influence of traditional types
spires, classical orders, Gothic
ASSOCIATION
This occurs if equally spaced windows are introduced on the
unbroken wall, then regular repetition is present.
UNACCENTED
RHYTHM
To be unique, forms and spaces are visually dominant, and different from that of the other elements in the composition.
UNIQUE IN SHAPE
Human quality or emotional appeal
(dignified, dynamic, strong,
forbidding, light)
PERSONALITY
Deals with motifs of more than
one member, or same size and
same energy.
REPETITION
If the openings or details are
arranged in such a manner that
some are more important than
the others.
ACCENTED
RHYTHM
To give an emphasis or interest
in unity.
ACCENT
This reflects the degree of importance,
the functional and
symbolic roles they play in the
organized design.
UNIQUE BUILDING
Use of building, like for a shop,
a bank or a church.
FUNCTION
Significantly different in dimension
than all other elements in
the composition. (The biggest,
or the smallest to be noticed)
EXCEPTIONAL SIZE
An axis can exist without symmetry but
symmetrical condition can not exist without axis
and center about which it is structured structured.
TRUE
balanced distribution and arrangement of equivalent forms and spaces on opposite sides of a dividing line or plane or about a center or axis.
SYMMETRY
the halves of a composition mirror each
other.
Bilateral symmetry
Refers to the balanced arrangement of similar radiating
elements such that the composition can be divided into similar halves by passing a plane at any angle around a center point along a center axis
RADIAL SYMMETRY
elements are arranged ascending or descending
based or their size, color gradient or any other distinctive
characteristic
Progression
The shape and structure of something as
distinguished from its substance or material
Form
The two-dimensional contour that
characterizes an object or area.
SHAPE
has an immediate and profound effect on a design.
COLOR
Reflects more light and therefore is a more intense color.
Smooth Surface
has informal effect
Parts of the design are not identical but are equal
in visual weight.
Asymmetrical or Informal Balance
also known as Le Corbusier
Charles-Édouard Jeanneret
basically the study of the
structure of the human body.
ANATOMY
gives information about the
functioning of the human body
Physiology
concerned with human information processing and decision-making capabilities.
Psychology
deals with the functioning of the brain and the nervous system.
physiological psychology
deals with the parameters of human behavior.
experimental psychology
deals with the parameters of human behavior.
experimental psychology
deals with the parameters of human behavior.
experimental psychology
Deals with the organization of the work and
the work space.
Management
Gives information about the environment the
human is within
Engineering
Is the way of representation of any artifact.
When we design any artifact we must consider human health, safety, and comfort.
Design
considers the operation of the
muscles and limbs, and ensures that working
postures are beneficial, and that excessive
forces are avoided.
Biomechanics
Ergonomics concerned with the interaction of the body with the equipment and the tools, starting right from the chair to the computer.
Physical Ergonomics
Ergonomic that emphasizes the ways of information processing by the mind and its presentation.
Cognitive ergonomic
ergonomic works on complete optimization of the workplace, right from quality management to teamwork.
Organizational ergonomic
works on the
relationship between human and machines and
makes a continuous effort to improve the
relation. This might include changing the
location of the workplace, modifying the ways of
using machine or redesigning of the equipment.
Engineering Psychology
works on a wider aspect and
emphasizes more on the organizational
environment, history, goal, culture and design. It
concentrates more on the physical design and
the surrounding environment
Macro-ergonomics
