## General Tips 1. Multiple sources of light that are not overhead. e.g. desk lamps [5:18](https://youtu.be/ClqNoAQ9NYM?t=318) 2. Layering. Design the object in layers. [6:02](https://youtu.be/ClqNoAQ9NYM?t=362) 3. Have height variation. [6:13](https://youtu.be/ClqNoAQ9NYM?t=399) 4. Variety of materials used. [7:19](https://youtu.be/ClqNoAQ9NYM?t=439) 5. Color variation. However avoid obsesive use. Think about *shades* of different colors. [8:57](https://youtu.be/ClqNoAQ9NYM?t=537) ## Design a space 1. Find a north star. This helps to design towards the aim. [9:35](https://youtu.be/ClqNoAQ9NYM?t=575) 2. Define a drop zone. This is for the bags and stuff to be put on. e.g. hooks, small furniture. [11:16](https://youtu.be/ClqNoAQ9NYM?t=676) 3. For choosing a color, pick a **main** color, then a **secondary** color and finally an **accent** color. [18:39](https://youtu.be/ClqNoAQ9NYM?t=1119) 4.