The use of materials can significantly affect proportion in architecture. The use of different materials can create different visual effects, altering the appearance of proportions. For example, the use of large glass windows can make a building appear lighter and more transparent, whereas the use of heavy stone columns can make a building appear more grounded and solid. The choice of materials can also affect the scale of a building, with larger and heavier materials creating a greater sense of mass and smaller materials creating a lighter and more delicate appearance. The texture and color of materials can also affect proportion, with rough and dark materials appearing heavier and more massive, while light and smooth materials appearing lighter and more delicate. Overall, the use of materials can greatly impact the visual perception of proportion in architecture.
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