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Contrast exists when two adjacent parts are
very different from one another. In architecture, we speak about such
things as materials that have contrasting colors and textures. We may
also mean the relationship of highlights and shadows. When contrasting
materials are placed together, one seems to move to the front of your
line of vision. Architects use contrast to add visual variety to their
designs. |