FORM

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FORM
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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.
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Form is 3-Dimensional It describes the shape
and structure of solid objects. It contains mass
and volume.
Line is one dimensional length
Form is three-dimensional length, width, and
depth
Shape is two-dimensional length and width
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There are 4 different types of form
A chair is shown here, illustrating all 4 types
of form.
Abstract Form alters a
recognizable object to be more contemporary
Realistic Form it looks like
the real thing
Geometric Form uses geometric figures to
create an object
Free Form random, untraditional
with a sense of freedom
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The sphere form is derived from the curved line,
and therefore communicates the same feelings and
emotions soft, feminine, gracefulness,
playfulness, and zest.
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The curved lines of the cylinder, cone, or sphere
create 3-dimensional forms for interior
furnishings.
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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 of horizontal lines or the formality,
dignity, and strength of the vertical lines.
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The straight vertical or horizontal lines of the
cube or rectangular form translate into
3-dimensional home furnishings.
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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.
The horizontal and diagonal lines used to create
the pyramid form
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Interior decorating items develop out of the
pyramid and cone forms, with their curved,
straight, and diagonal lines.
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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.
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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 tied-back curtains, the table
lamps, and the pattern in the rug.
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FORM
The End
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Project Assignment on Form... Name
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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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There are 4 different types of form. The table
lamps above represent those types. Label each
accordingly.
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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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• Preparing individuals for life and work
• Strengthening families
• Empowering communities
• Created by Barbara L. Swarthout, Family
  Consumer Sciences teacher at Elkhorn High School