#58 - Balance, Proportion, & Colour - Interior Decorating Explained

About this episode

This episode explains the core principles of interior design and how to apply them in your homes.

Having a good eye for design is partly an art - but there is a science to it too, and it's something you can learn. It’s about understanding the components of what makes a room just work. In this episode, we break down the core principles of interior design and how to apply them in your homes. What we cover: The 7 key design principles: proportion, balance, unity, rhythm, emphasis, contrast, and detail.How to use repetition and contrast to create a cohesive space.Choosing colour based on ton...

People in this episode

Hosts: Jenny Sheahan, Kate O'Driscoll

Topics covered

• interior design
• design principles
• colour theory
• home decor
• proportion
• balance

Keywords

• interior decorating
• design principles
• proportion
• balance
• colour
• cohesive space
• repetition
• contrast

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