Title: Describe the principles of color theory.
Course: Interior Design I (19263-I) > Section: Interpreting the Elements and Principles of Design

Description should include

- properties of color
- color wheel
- the effect of light on color
- psychology of color
- color combinations/schemes
- the difference between additive color (light) and subtractive color (pigments).

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- How does the color wheel inform color decisions in a design project?
- Why is it important to have a color scheme? How is a color scheme created?
- How do color trends happen? Who forecasts color trends?

Communication

- What communication skills assist in applying the principles of color theory?
- How can an interior design professional get helpful input from a client when determining how to use color in a project?
- How can a professional best communicate to a client how principles of color theory have been applied in a project?

Leadership

- How do professionals incorporate the principles of color theory while satisfying the requirements of a client?
- How can professionals evaluate guidelines to determine the effectiveness of applying color theory to a project?

Management

- What training and resources assist when applying the principles of color theory?
- How can a professional manage a client's wishes about color while effectively applying the principles of color theory to the project?