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Have you ever looked at a design or painting and thought, <\/span>Why does that look so good?\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

You know the design is good. You can feel that it\u2019s good. But you can\u2019t put your finger on exactly what makes the design so eye-catching.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What you\u2019re seeing is one or more of the <\/span>principles of design<\/span> at work. These principles are guidelines that help designers create aesthetically pleasing designs.<\/span><\/p>\n

In this article, we\u2019ll go over 12 core <\/span>design principles<\/span> that you can use in your next project.<\/span><\/p>\n

What are principles of design and how important are they?<\/span><\/h2>\n

The <\/span>principles of design<\/span> are basic rules that are used to structure and organize the elements of design. They are generally agreed-upon rules regarding what makes a good design.<\/span><\/p>\n

Design principles<\/span> guide designers in creating visually appealing and effective designs. They’re important because they help designers make intentional decisions when creating a design, whether it is for a website, logo, or product packaging. Instead of just putting an element here or a splash of color there, designers can operate specifically according to these design principles.<\/span><\/p>\n

12 core design principles to know<\/span><\/h2>\n

There is not a definitive list of principles that are maintained by a governing body or anything like that. Depending on who you ask and the context, you’ll get anywhere from 7 – 12 <\/span>principles of design<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

So, here are 12 principles to be aware of the next time you start a design project:<\/span><\/p>\n

Contrast<\/b><\/h3>\n

Contrast is the difference in visual elements that makes an object distinguishable from other objects and the background. In other words, contrast is how you differentiate elements from one another and make certain elements “pop”.<\/span><\/p>\n

Contrast is really important when it comes to text designs. Insufficient contrast between a font and a background can make the text tough to read, especially for those with visual impairments. Too much contrast can cause strain on the eyes. Contrast is also important in creating a hierarchy and emphasizing important elements in a design.<\/span><\/p>\n

How to use contrast:<\/b><\/p>\n