Principles and Elements

Central 1 is a relatively new building on campus it is very similar in style to many of the new construction projects on campus. It does embody the principles and elements of design. 

Principles 

•balance- central 1 is very balanced. It is completely symmetrical when you look at the front. The entry way is the central point and both wings of the building are identical from the outside. Even the landscaping attempts to be balanced. 

•contrast-the grey concrete makes the red brick and tan stones stand out. The colors create a contrast. 

•rhythm- this is accomplish through the repeating windows and alternating of concrete, brick, and stone. 

•emphasis- this is at the center of the facade where the entry way is. The entice entry way is made of the grey concrete. Also the walk ways help to draw your eye to the center of the building.

•unity- the different building materilycrwat a sense of unity in the way they are layer out on the building. 

•proportion- everything seems proportional the windows are all the same size with the exception of the entry way which has larger windows but they seem the correct size. They aren't massive or to small. 

•harmony- Central 1 has a sense of harmony created by the repeating of colors as well as the way it blends into the surrounding architecture. 

Elements 

•line-this is evident in the grey concrete that creates a line along the red brick. 

•shape- the building is rectangular in shape but also works in triangle with the roof. 

•form- this is also rectangular with some triangles. 

•texture- this is accomplished through the brick which seems to have a ruff texture. And also the concrete with a smooth texture. 

•pattern- the windows as well as the alternating stone creates a pattern. 

•color- the red brick, the tan stone, and the grey concrete adds to the element of color. 

•light- the street lights give the building a warm glow at night. During the day the direct sunlight makes all the contrast in the colore and texture apparent.