Elements of Design - Line

1. Elements of Design - Line Name Class School

2. Vertical Lines Horizontal Lines Diagonal Lines Curved Lines Lines – Fabricwww.fabric.com Label Each Fabric Sample

3. Vertical Lines Horizontal Lines Diagonal Lines Curved Lines Lines – Wall Art www.editionslimited.com Label Each Painting

4. Vertical Lines Horizontal Lines Diagonal Lines Curved Lines Lines – Dining Room Chairswww.potterybarn.comwww.havertys.comwww.themagazine.info Label Each Bed

5. Vertical Lines Horizontal Lines Diagonal Lines Curved Lines Lines – Bedwww.potterybarn.comwww.havertys.comwww.themagazine.info Label Each Bed

6. Vertical Line - Room Look for lines that lead the eye up, adding height, formality, and strength to a design. • Tall Furniture • Columns • Pillars • Striped Wall Paper • Long, Narrow Draperies Vertical lines can make rooms seem more spacious than they actually are and ceilings appear higher.

7. Horizontal Line - Room Horizontal lines lead the eye to the left or right, suggesting informality and restfulness. • Long, Low Furniture Pieces • Horizontal Lines Going Around the Room Horizontal lines can make buildings, rooms, and furniture seem wider and shorter.

8. Diagonal Line - Room Diagonal lines suggest action, movement and excitement. • Staircases • Cathedral Ceilings Since diagonal lines can be overpowering and tiring, they should be used sparingly in design.

9. Curved Line - Room Curved lines add a softening, graceful effect to designs. • Doorway Arches • Ruffled Curtains • Curved Furniture • Rounded Accessories Remember, too many curved lines create a busy look.

10. Sources • www.potterybarn.com • www.havertys.com • www.themagazine.info