Balance

Balance is the arrangement of objects in a given design and it's usually presented in two forms: symmetrical and asymmetrical.

Symmetrical Website

Asymmetrical Website


Rhythm

Rhythm is the repetition of elements. Rhythm can create a sense of movement, and can establish pattern and texture. There are different kinds of rhythm, some of which are demonstrated below:

Blurriness Makes the Car Seem Like Its Moving Quickly

The Position The Dancers Are In Makes Movement Seem Imminent


Dominance

Dominance relates to varying degrees of emphasis in design. The three types of dominance are emphasis by contrast, isolation and placement.

Emphasis by Placement

Emphasis by Isolation


Proportion

Proportion is the relationship in scale between one element and another, or between a whole object and one of its parts. Differing proportions can help establish visual weight and depth.

Example of Establishing Depth Using Proportion

Another Example of Establishing Depth Using Proportion


Unity

Unity measures how the elements of a page fit together. This is the ultimate goal of web design theory: Achieving unity in your designs!

Unity Achieved Through the Florida's Natural Site

Unity Achieved Through the Frostings Site