Tone and Color

Photo of the interior space of the Eames' Case Study House #8

How Tone is Operating:
One aspect that I fondly admire of architects and designers, particularly around the mid-century, is their use of tone is a room or piece. In this photo, the tone of the room is made by natural sunlight reflecting off the walls in the interior of the house, creating a very rich and warm environment.
How Tone is Interacting: 
Key aspects that affect the tone in this photo of the Eames home is the wood interior, and the slight combination of a natural setting. Both of these elements combined transform the area; making an entirely natural setting out of something entirely unnatural.
How Color is Operating: 
Much of the color found in the house contains very natural hues. The uses of the natural and warming earthy color gives off a very neutral atmosphere. As you can see in the picture, Eames has chosen colors such as the various shades of green, warm browns, and creamy whites.
How Color is Interacting:
Much like how tone is interacting, color is doing the same. By placing various shades of natural colors, the combinations of open area within the house, and the natural light and natural elements of color, Eames creates an atmosphere wherein the house feels very natural, yet tamed.