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Color has the ability to create emotion and influence our moods. Color is a powerful tool in interior design and fashion. Interior designer Brandi Hagen discusses:
History of color and the development of color theories
The human body is almost constantly in contact with some form of textile, whether it be the clothing that we wear or the interiors that we live and work in. Join interior designer Brandi Hagen as she showcases samples and explains different types of natural fibers including plant, animal, mineral and synthetic fibers, including:
Nylon
Polyester
Rayon
Acrylic
Microfibers
Fabric construction and suraface design are also discussed.
The elements of design are the components that are used to create a complete design. Interior designer Brandi Hagen presents a basic overview of the elements of design applied to interiors and fashion, including:
What's your design style? Do you prefer the excessive embellishment of the Victorian era or austere minimalism of contemporary design? Join award-winning principal designer Brandi Hagen of Eminent Interior Design on a tour of furniture showrooms to discover the distinguishing characteristics of furniture and decorating styles. Brandi gives viewers insight into the furnishings and finishes of eleven different styles, including:
Traditional
Victorian Era
Mission
Art Deco/Nouveau
Retro Style
African Influence
Asian Influence
Southwestern
Shabby Chic
Country
Contemporary
Green design or designing with the environment in mind is not just a trend, but a personal choice to consider your impact on the earth. In fact, on average, homes are 20% smaller now than they were being built just 10 years ago.
Join principal designer Brandi Hagen of Eminent Design as she shares the components of green interior design. Explore green furnishing that not only create beautiful spaces but also take an extra consideration for environmental impact. Discover "green" options as Brandi shows examples environmentally friendly design options, including:
Low-flow and water restricting plumbing choices
Tile options, including recycled glass and handmade clay tiles
Unique countertops from recycled paper, concrete, copper, and glass
Reclaimed or FSC certified wood flooring and recycled or natural-source carpet options
Energy-efficient appliances
Lighting, including compact fluorescent bulbs and LEDs
n interview and behind the scenes footage with Brandi Hagen, the award winning Principal Designer of Eminent Interior Design, gives the audience insight into the process, pitfalls, and professional touches involved in designing an amazing master bathroom. From studio to showroom to a final tour, Brandi focuses on client service and gives students a glimpse at interior design career opportunities.
Brandi Hagen shows students exactly what it takes to be an interior designer. Hear Brandi discuss the education needed to succeed in the field, and the pros and cons of a professional interior design career.
In addition to showing us her office and a client meeting, Brandi gives an inside tour of several designer showrooms.
Reviews
"...DVD gives a clear picture of the educational requirements, starting salary, and job market outlook...Recommended for young adults in either high school or public libraries." - Library Journal, May 2008
"Useful for guidance offices and high school career days." - School Library Journal, August 2007
"...outstanding, technically flawless, full-color informed videos...strongly recommended additions to both school and community libraries." - The Midwest Book Review, June 2007
Anytime you create something, a sketch or a skyscraper, you are designing. Explore the ELEMENTS of design - color, line, shape, form, pattern and texture - in the usual design disciplines: interior, clothing, landscape, and architecture, as well as more unusual venues, like the family dog, kids and professional models.
A lively, entertaining, quickly-paced video narrated by an award-winning actress! Take your students on a whirlwind tour of the natural world, the fashion world, ancient times, modern past-times, interiors, exteriors, and everything in between for a thorough grounding in the PRINCIPLES of design; balance, rhythm, scale, and harmony.
This video explains the difference between interior decorating and interior design, with an emphasis on the latter. Interviews with professionals from a variety of avenues in the interior design field will provide students with a deeper level of understanding of interior design and the opportunities available in that field.
Review
"...ideal for classroom presentation." -The Midwest Book Review, March 2006
Information-packed DVD that shows how to use the "six tips plan" to graphic design. Friends help Kelsey with a design dilemma as she creates a poster for a charity drive. With the help of their school Art/Business teacher, they develop a poster that "works" -- it includes all important information and catches the attention of other students.
Interior designer Robin Strangis introduces the basics of interior design by giving a guided tour of decorating styles in the display rooms of a furniture store. She encourages people to think about three important things when decorating a room: personal style, how the room will be used, and who will be using the room. This beginner decorating video will help students to learn that anyone can make good decorating choices.
A video to help students understand the most powerful tool in decorating ¡V COLOR! The right colors can calm, stimulate, create emotion and energy, make objects appear larger or smaller ¡X and it is believed by some that colors can aid in healing.
Color expert Robin Strangis covers the following aspects of color:
What is color?
History of color.
Color combinations.
Psychology of color.
Color for fashion, home, and office.
Tips on selecting color.
Students will also learn how to create a personal image by using color.