Element of Design - Line

This week in interior design we learned about different types of line. We learned how different types of lines give different effects in a space. You can make a space look bigger or smaller than it really is.





Horizontal
A horizontal line leads the eye side to side . Gives the effect of less height and more width.
Horizontal lines give a relaxed calming feel. Put these lines where you want to look wider.





Vertical 
A vertical line leads the eye up and down it adds height and slimness.If you want an area to look thinner add vertical lines.









Diagonal
A diagonal line is slanted.With a vertical line slant it gives slimness to a room. with a horizontal line slant it adds width. A diagonal line draws attention to the area used.This line is versatile and interesting.

Curved 
A curved line makes spaces look larger than they really are. They increase the size and shape of the figure.It adds interest.