40 Harmony
The aesthetically pleasing agreement of parts in a composition.
In musical theory, harmony is the composition of sounds, consisting of simultaneous pitches, rhythms, or chords, and the process of analysis and interpretation by listening or hearing those sounds. Similarly, in interior design, harmony is the way all of the elements in a space combine in a manner to create a pleasing experience for the occupants and users. Designers use harmony to help the senses comprehend the totality of a space, and to understand it as an aggregation of various elements that promote a calming and relaxing interior.
Color harmony can be implemented through the use of a single tone, or can vary in ...
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