Elements of Design: Texture

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The next Element of Design we have been discussing in class is Texture. There are 3 different types, visual, tactile, and audible. Visual is described as the appearance of a surface. Some examples in my olioboard of this are the plants on the wall, the shiny side table on the left, the geometric clock, and the artistic pillows on the couch. The next type of texture is tactile. This is the way a surface feels. For example, the sequin pillow is going to feel scratchy, the sculpture on the table is smooth with sharp edges, the tree is very tactile, and you can feel the buttons on the fabric chair. Finally, the last type of texture is audible. This is any kind of sound something makes when you come in contact with it. This could be the sound the tree makes when you move your hand through it, rubbing your hand over the scratchy sequin pillow, the sound of the vase falling on the couches versus the tile, or the hollow noise the left side table would make if you pounded your fist on the top. Texture adds interest to a room and draws our attention. Everything we touch evokes a physical response and texture gives a room depth.

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