Abstract
An awareness of geometric composition to facilitate order and harmony in paintings and designs has developed over the years. Proportions provided by various square and rectangular constructions have been commonplace. It is well known that geometrical composition helps to unify the parts to the whole. This paper explores this relationship further and reviews how various geometrical principles and related proportions are readily evident in successful compositions. The focus is on how these same geometrical principles can be incorporated into web-page design and, at the same time, can ensure a balance between effective navigation systems and web aesthetics.
Presenters
Chaoran WangLecturer in Design, Lancaster Institute for the Contemporary Arts, Lancaster University, Lancashire, United Kingdom M. A. Hann
Chair of Design Theory, University of Leeds
Details
Presentation Type
Paper Presentation in a Themed Session
Theme
KEYWORDS
Geometry; Design transition; Web page design; Visual design
