Form

Form is an Element of Design. Form is an extension of shape. ex:cone

Shape(2-D contour or outline)   ~   Form(3-D shape)

* square                                         *cube

*circle                                            *sphere

*triangle                                         *pyramid

The pictures, starfish, and shelf all give form to an otherwise flat wall.

All information provided is from my interior design notes (a combination of a high school course and summer program)

Squares

Shape is an Element of Design. A subset of shape is squares/rectangles. Squares provide unity and rhythm.

Characteristics: stability, rationality, sturdy, & secure.

All information provided is from my interior design notes (a combination of a high school course and summer program)

Triangles

Shape is an Element of Design. A subset of shape is triangles.

Characteristics: secure, dynamic, stable, & power.

All information provided is from my interior design notes (a combination of a high school course and summer program)

Circles

Shape is an Element of Design. A subset of shape is circles. Circles soften hard edges.

Characteristics: comfortable, completeness, & centered.

All information provided is from my interior design notes (a combination of a high school course and summer program)