Space+and+Scale

Is the size relationship of two things or parts to the whole. There are 2 basic measuring tools. One is based on our experience with typical objects, such as bricks, rocks, doors, windows. The other is the human body itself. We then compare the typical objects to the human scale.
 * Scale **

Extension, considered independently of anything which it may contain; that which makes extended objects conceivable and possible.
 * Scale **


 * Spatial Definers (walls, hedges, sidewalks, trees, flags)

-Walls: A vertical structure or member forming an enclosure or defining a space. [] A ** wall ** is a usually solid structure that defines and sometimes protects an area. Most commonly, a wall delineates a building and supports its [|superstructure], separates space in buildings into [|rooms], or protects or delineates a space in the open [|air]. There are three principal types of structural walls: building walls, exterior boundary walls, and retaining walls. [|www.wikipedia.org]

- Hedges:

A ** hedge ** or ** hedgerow ** is a line of closely spaced shrubs and tree species, planted and trained in such a way as to form a barrier or to mark the boundary of an area. Hedges used to separate a road from adjoining fields or one field from another, and of sufficient age to incorporate larger trees, are known as hedgerows. It is also a simple form of topiary.

-Sidewalks: A sidewalk may accommodate moderate changes in grade. However, "walkway" is a more complete term for support of walking, and includes stairs, ramps, paseos (passageways) and related off-street tools that provide for a developed pathway. []

-Trees: **Define Spaces** Interior landscape designers can implement silk plants and trees to define space in a variety of interesting and functional ways. The first, most obvious case, is dividing a room. The concept is simple - line up a series of [|silk palm trees], for example, to separate one space from another, such as a formal dining area from a casual dining area in a restaurant. [|Bamboo groves] and [|silk hedges] are good choices for privacy screens when a space should be completely separated.

Another, more sophisticated method is to use trees to create a series of unique spaces from one giant space. Done properly, smaller, more intimate areas are created. This is especially effective in hotels and office buildings where sound absorbing silk plants can create quiet pockets for people to collect their thoughts while they wait, or conduct a private conversation.

When working to define your indoor commercial space, remember that the [|silk tree products] you select will become a vital component to your interior decor, so choose your size, texture, and form wisely.

Ever had a moment walking through a redwood or sequoia forest that made you feel like Alice in Wonderland, where everything seems out of proportion? This same kind of feeling of wonderment can be produced in a commercial space with large silk plants and trees. Ideal for malls with open corridors, buildings with tall mezzanines, and other open areas, a giant tree will literally stop people in their tracks.
 * Provide Scale**

Silk trees can also balance the equation in the other direction by bringing a large interior space back to a more human scale. For casinos, shopping malls, and other spacious areas, a properly scaled tree will provide people with the more physically anchored and familiar surroundings they encounter in their daily lives.

Whether choosing to scale up or down, don't forget to select a tree that fits your theme or building decor. For unique spaces requiring an equally unique solution, choose a [|custom silk tree] option. [] -strut: The struts are not on the same plane as the beams; here murcut is seeing the struts not only as utilitarian structure but also as sapcial definers.  [|__http://books.google.co.ve/books?id=wi7aFqs3b0sC&pg=PA82&lpg=PA82&dq=Spatial+Definers&source=bl&ots=BQSCYyhliM&sig=sNlxLJv4-kT5i2nRFgDhGdyKGDY&hl=es&ei=ITkIS-G6CNDElAen09TFCw&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=1&ved=0CAgQ6AEwAA#v=onepage&q=Spatial%20Definers&f=false__]

-Flags: May be screens, fish tanks, stained glass or other decorative element that defines some space.