Project Overview
For this assignment, the task was to create a cohesive design system across six squares to construct two three-dimensional cubes, one in black and white, and the other in a color harmony. Not only did the cube as a whole need to represent a family of form based on a dominant axial system, but each of the individual faces needed to stand alone with a compositional quality.
Exploration Sketches
At the start of the project and before thinking about 6 cohesive faces of a cube, form and space had to be constructed within a dominant axial system (congruent circles, horizontals, and diagonals). All while focusing on positive and negative space to create visual interest in the space given.
Concentric/Congruent Circle Systems
Horizontal and Vertical Systems
Diagonal Systems
Digital Ideations
After selecting some of the top ideations from the sketches, they were then brought onto the screen to be further developed. By creating a variety of different designs within the three dominant axial systems, I was able to get an idea of what direction I'd like to continue with.
Diagonal System Iteartions
This was the point in the process where I decided on continuing with the diagonal axial system. Below are further iterations of this system, which will help the start of forming the first face of the cube.
Foundational Axial System for Cube (1st Face)
Cube Construction
The composition from above will help in the construction process for the next five faces of the cube. Each newly created square must use the diagonal axial system that was established, while also appearing cohesive with the rest of the faces.
Final Faces (Black and White)
Color Incorporation
Adding a color harmony to the cube will give the composition depth and visual interest. This is the process of arranging colors in a way that boosts the relationships between elements and gives the viewer a proper sense of perception. In other words, how do I want the viewer to see my cube?
Final Results
Black and White Cube
Colored Cube
