Light and shadow play an essential role in the perception of proportion in architecture by emphasizing the three-dimensional aspects of a building. Light and shadow can create an illusion of depth, adding visual interest to the building's facade, and making it appear more complex than it actually is. When light is cast on a building's surface, it reveals the dimensionality of the space and its contours, highlighting the proportion of the building's features. Additionally, shadows can obscure parts of the building that could detract from the overall proportion of the design. By harnessing light and shadow, architects can create an illusion that exaggerates, and in some cases, enhances the proportions of elements within a building's façade. In summary, light and shadow can manipulate the perception of proportion in architecture by creating depth, emphasis, and an overall sense of harmony within the building's design.
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