The document discusses the four elements of design: line, form, color, and texture. It describes form as three-dimensional and identifies four types of form: realistic, abstract, geometric, and free form. Guidelines for using form effectively include ensuring form follows function and that related forms within a space are more harmonious than unrelated forms. The document provides examples to illustrate these guidelines.

2. ELEMENTS OF DESIGN
Elements of design are
“tools”. Just like the
carpenter has a hammer and
saw, the designer has the
elements.
There are 4 elements of
design: Line, FORM, Color, &
Texture.

3. Form is 3-Dimensional…
It describes the shape and structure of solid objects.
It contains mass and volume.
Line is one dimensional: length
Shape is two-dimensional:
length and width
Form is three-dimensional:
length, width, and depth

4. There are 4 different types of form…
A chair is
shown here,
illustrating
all 4 types of
form.
Realistic Form:
it looks like the real thing
Abstract Form:
alters a recognizable object
to be more contemporary
Geometric Form:
uses geometric figures
to create an object
Free Form:
random, untraditional
with a sense of freedom

5. The sphere form is derived
from the curved line, and
therefore communicates
the same feelings and
emotions: soft, feminine,
gracefulness, playfulness,
and zest.

6. The curved lines of
the cylinder, cone,
or sphere create
3-dimensional
forms for interior
furnishings.

7. The cube form is based
on a combination of
horizontal and vertical
lines, and therefore
may express the
feelings and emotions
of those lines:
…the solidity,
restfulness, and
stability of horizontal
lines
…or the formality,
dignity, and strength of
the vertical lines.

8. The straight vertical
or horizontal lines of
the cube or
rectangular form
translate into 3dimensional home
furnishings.

9. The pyramid is
based on horizontal
and diagonal lines,
so conveys the
same emotions and
feelings associated
with those lines,
including the
activity, interest,
and motion of the
diagonal lines.

10. Interior decorating items
develop out of the pyramid and
cone forms, with their curved,
straight, and diagonal lines.

11. Guidelines for using Form…
Form follows function.
The function of the object must be
the first consideration, and the
form is of secondary importance.
The curved lines create a globe-type form for this
vase. Although colorful, the opening at the top is
not of an ample size for the flower stems. This
vase, therefore, is only useful as a knickknack.
The diagonal form of this bookcase, along with
the colorful stains, are attractive and
interesting. The function, however, has been
ignored. The books would always be falling
over without vertical side supports.

12. Guidelines for using Form…
Related forms are more agreeable than
unrelated forms.
A room is more pleasing if the form of the
dominant piece is repeated in minor pieces
and accessories within a room.
The curved lines and
forms of the headboard
are repeated in the
nightstand and dresser,
the chandelier, the tiedback curtains, the table
lamps, and the pattern in
the rug.

14. 1._________ 2. __________
3. __________ 4. __________
There are 4 different types of
form. The table lamps above
represent those types. Label
each accordingly.
Identify the
predominant
shape/form in this
room. In the space
below the picture,
explain how the
furnishings in this
room comply with
the guideline…
“RELATED FORMS
ARE MORE
AGREEABLE THAN
UNRELATED
FORMS”.
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The consumer needs a pitcher for serving water at the family dinner table.
Adults and children need to be able to use this. In the space below, describe
the pros and cons of each choice and decide which of the two pitchers is the
best design, considering the guideline… “FORM FOLLOWS FUNCTION”.
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