Friday, February 2, 2007

Sean Davidson - Alignment

Elements in a design should be aligned with one or more elements. By aligning components of a desgin, one creates a discernable and stable sturcture. The viewer is able to follow (or have their eye directed) through a design by how the elements are aligned. Strong vertical and horizontal lines or elements force the viewer to "read" it in a certain way (most often left to right, top to bottom). This strategy is most prevelant in charts and other grid-like designs.http://www.ff.up.pt/spf/ephar2004/bus_schedule.jpg

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