Definitions by Design - Interior Design Glossary  
Interior Design Glossary

Select an alphabet from below to jump to words begining with it:
A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, M, O, P, R, S, T, V, Webliography

 

 

eclectic
A personalized decorative style that combines elements from multiple periods, sources, textures, origins, and styles. Sometimes called "mix and match."

 

 

ergonomics
The study of workplace design and the physical and psychological impact it has on workers. The science of analyzing human beings and how we function in conjunction with a variety of equipment, products, methods, and work circumstances to improve our health, safety, and welfare. According to Ergoweb it is "the science of work. Ergonomics removes barriers to quality, productivity, and safe human performance by fitting products, tasks, and environments to people."

 

 

euro shams
Square bed pillow shams, typically 24" x 24", used in combination with other decorative pillows.

 

 

environmental design
The field of developing physical, spatial environments (interiors and/or exteriors) to solve a particular need or create a specific experience, including air quality and circulation, temperature control, ergonomic layout, and physical circulation plans. This field includes architecture, urban planning, landscape design, interior design, exhibit design, and sometimes event design.






Back to top