Tuesday, March 3, 2015

Elements of Design: Lines

Curved LinesMirror, mirror, on the wall....
This room design is full of curved lines. From the couch, to to the fanlights above the windows, to the tables, lamps and chandelier, curved lines are featured throughout the room. These lines are more decorative than functional. They make the room look large and expansive. They give the room more interest and softness. The room feels more charming, flowy, and comfortable.
Vertical Linessitting room
This Olioboard showcases vertical lines. They can be found on the corners of the walls, windows and window casement, curtains, and a picture board. These successfully make the room appear taller and draw the eye upward. These lines give this room a more regal, and formal feeling. Most of these lines are functional and serve a purpose, like the windows and walls. Others, however, are more decorative, like the picture board. The curtains and window casement can be categorized by both.
Horizontal LinesDining Room
This Olioboard shows horizontal lines through the top of the table, top of the windows, bottom of the rug, and the line of the chair tops. These lines make the space appear wider, and draws the eye out. Typically, horizontal lines give off a restful, casual feeling.
Diagonal Linescaratteri
Diagonal lines are more difficult to find in Olioboard designs, but this on shows them pretty well. The rug on the floor contains cross-crossing diagonal likes, and the legs of the table also contain diagonal boards. These lines are all more decorative than they are functional. They add interest to a room and give the allusion of movement or excitement.

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