Gestalten (organization)

Gestalt organization, rooted in Gestalt psychology, refers to how our minds naturally perceive complex visuals as coherent whole rather than just a collection of parts. When we view something, our brain organizes elements based on principles such as proximity (grouping nearby objects), similarity (grouping similar items), continuity (preferring smooth, continuous patterns), closure (filling in gaps to see complete forms), and figure-ground (distinguishing objects from background). These principles help us instantly interpret and understand visual information efficiently, enabling us to recognize objects, read layouts, and navigate environments seamlessly.