Color by Design

Color by Design
Author: Tim Travis
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2020-12-01
Genre: Design
ISBN: 0500480273

A beautifully presented survey of design and the applied arts, explored not by use, material, form, or date . . . but by color. The V&A Book of Color in Design is attractively simple: a celebration and exploration of color, as revealed through objects in the world-class collections of the Victoria and Albert Museum in London. Structured by color, it offers fascinating insights into the choices made by designers and makers from across the world and throughout history. Each chapter begins with a brief introduction that considers the history, symbolism, and use of an individual color. Objects—from items of jewelry, textiles, glassware, and ceramics to furniture and more—are reproduced in a visual selection that explores the varied hues of every color. However different objects within each section may be in their detail and meaning, they are united by their common color, revealing surprising connections between them. Throughout, narrative captions bring together disparate items from across the V&A’s collection to explore the universal significance of color in art and design. Beautifully designed, this highly visual, color-led survey of design and the applied arts is a compelling sourcebook with broad appeal for anyone interested or involved in all aspects of visual culture.

Colour Design

Colour Design
Author: Janet Best
Publisher: Woodhead Publishing
Total Pages: 706
Release: 2017-06-08
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0081018894

Colour Design: Theories and Applications, Second Edition, provides information on a broad spectrum of colour subjects written by seasoned industry professionals and academics. It is a multidisciplinary book that addresses the use of colour across a range of industries, with a particular focus on textile colouration. Part One deals with the human visual system, colour perception and colour psychology, while Part Two focuses on the practical application of colour in design, including specifically in textiles and fashion. Part Three covers cultural and historical aspects of colour, as well as recent developments, addressing areas such as dyes and pigments, architecture, colour theory, virtual reality games, colour printing, website development, and sustainability. This revised, expanded, and updated edition reflects recent technological developments, and new industry priorities. Bringing together the science of colouration and the more artistic elements of design, this book supports students, academics, and industry professionals in developing a deep knowledge of colour use. It will also be an important reference for those involved in textile dyeing, design and manufacture. - Provides a comprehensive review of the issues surrounding the use of color in textiles - Discusses the application of color across a wide range of industries, supporting interdisciplinary knowledge and research - Offers a revised, expanded, and updated look that reflects the rise of new technology and industry priorities

Colour

Colour
Author: Edith Anderson Feisner
Publisher: Laurence King Publishing
Total Pages: 196
Release: 2006
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9781856694414

Beginning with an account of colour fundamentals and a history of colour theory, the author explores the four dimensions of colour and their application to compositions in various media. This book serves as a useful resource for painters, photographers, interior designers and craftspeople.

The Little Book of Colour

The Little Book of Colour
Author: Karen Haller
Publisher: Penguin UK
Total Pages: 272
Release: 2019-08-29
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 024135286X

A SUNDAY TIMES DESIGN BOOK OF THE YEAR _________________________________________ The definitive guide for harnessing the power of colour to improve your happiness, wellbeing and confidence Wouldn't you like to boost your confidence simply by slipping on 'that' yellow jumper? Or when you get home after a stressful day, be instantly soothed by the restful green of your walls? The colours all around us hold an emotional energy. Applied Colour Psychology specialist, Karen Haller, explains the inherent power of colour; for example, looking closely at the colours we love or those we dislike can bring up deeply buried memories and with them powerful feelings. A revolutionary guide to boosting your wellbeing, The Little Book of Colour puts you firmly in the driver's seat and on the road to changing the colours in your world to revamp your mood and motivation. Illuminating the science, psychology and emotional significance of colour, with key assessments for finding your own true colour compatibility, this book will help you to rediscover meaning in everything you do through the joy of colour. Get ready to join the colour revolution, and change your life for the better.

CMF Design

CMF Design
Author: Liliana Becerra
Publisher: Frame Publishers
Total Pages: 212
Release: 2016-05-01
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 9491727796

In this first book about the rather young discipline, the author consolidated its key principles, so that they can be consulted, referenced and utilised by both design students and professionals. Only when the perfect balance between visual beauty and functional performance is achieved, can a product provide a consistent and successful user experience. The discipline of CMF design focuses on designing and specifying colours, materials and finishes to support both functional and emotional attributes of products. The work of the CMF designer combines aesthetics and practical knowledge of materials and technologies with intangible human perceptions of value. This area of design expertise is increasingly in demand. Consumer product manufacturers have an enhanced awareness of its great potential for diversifying product portfolios at relatively low costs, while still maintaining a similar or the same product shape, functionality or tooling. It can work as a key avenue to create a sense of novelty and higher value propositions. From a marketing perspective, CMF design is a valuable tool when it comes to positioning products, collections and categories according to market tiers and consumer segmentations. Introducing the CMF process and detailing the areas of colour, material and finish design, this book serves as a valuable source of information about this emerging professional discipline and its fundamental principles.

Colour in User Interface Design

Colour in User Interface Design
Author: Colin Shanley
Publisher: RS Books
Total Pages: 296
Release: 2020-07-03
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 0995483825

Colour is the game-changer that separates the also-ran from the best-of-breed. It is the wow factor. But relatively few product designers are completely comfortable with the practices necessary to take user interfaces to the next level. This book walks you through what you need to know when working with colour, in very easy step-by-step guides. Colour in User Interface Design uses practical examples to simply explain: Colour models, spaces and gamuts Mixing colours accurately using HSL, HSB and HCL Colour relationships and harmonies Creating consistent tints, tones and shades Matching colour luminance and brightness Understanding contrast and context Light and dark modes Colour psychology, meanings and associations How to sue colour to increase conversion rates Step-by-step how to create, test and present a high quality palette Ensuring accessibility compliance With this book, your understanding of how to work with colour will increase dramatically – and that will certainly be reflected in the user interfaces you design, whether you are working with native mobile apps, websites, or desktop software applications. Lavishly illustrated with hundreds of high quality images.

Less is More

Less is More
Author: Viction:workshop
Publisher: Gingko Press Editions
Total Pages: 260
Release: 2017
Genre: Art
ISBN:

Artists have long explored the nuances of limited color palettes in their work. Recognizing the power of simplicity in conveying a succinct message without too much noise or artifice instantly changes the way we interact with these compositions, and allows for the subtle use of texture, form and layer to create interest and convey information in unique and innovative ways. Not limited to social or political commentary, designers too have been utilizing these techniques for a wide variety of applications, from book design and packaging, to brand identity and promotion.

Colour in Industrial Design

Colour in Industrial Design
Author: Dale Russell
Publisher: Gower Publishing Company, Limited
Total Pages: 104
Release: 1991
Genre: Design
ISBN:

One of Britains's leading experts on color theory discusses the role of color in industrial design and, in case studies of several major companies, shows different approaches to the use and management of color in the design of a variety of products.

The Fundamentals of Printed Textile Design

The Fundamentals of Printed Textile Design
Author: Alex Russell
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 501
Release: 2020-08-06
Genre: Design
ISBN: 1350194972

The Fundamentals of Printed Textile Design explores contemporary practice in printed textile design. It outlines the process of creating designs, looking at the vital role played by drawing, colour, style and content. It also analyses how to contextualise and communicate effectively in order to build a professional portfolio, whether through traditional design staples or via a more original approach. It examines the positions occupied by designers in the industry, and the technical and ethical considerations of which they must be aware. In order to design effectively, print and pattern practitioners need to understand not only how the industry works but must also consider the cultural and economic factors that can shape what future clients or consumers will require. This book suggests strategies for developing an understanding of these contexts within and beyond the fashion and textiles industry to provide an innovative resource for the designers of today and tomorrow.