Colour Theory & Lighting Design
What colour theory & lighting design means
Colour schemes, psychology of colour and layered lighting.
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Complementary colours sit:
- next to each other on the wheel
- opposite each other on the wheel
- in the same family
- only in neutrals
Working: E.g. blue and orange — opposites create vibrant contrast.
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Related skills
Other Design Principles skills in Interior Design, at the same point in the course.
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