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Line, Shape, Form - Elements

Examples of horizontal, vertical, diagonal and curved lines in exterior, interiors and architecture
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Needs softening of lines, maybe in plants and landscaping

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Horizontal and vertical lines

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Zigzag lines are evident even in the cast shadows

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Organic curves are inviting

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Too square, rigid, antiseptic.

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Good balance of horizontal, vertical, and curved lines

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Too many curved lines

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Horizontal lines imply openness and a wider space

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Curved lines make this kitchen very feminine

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Curved lines accent the vertical lines of the fence

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Zig zag and a dynamic element to the outdoor space

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Good use of curved line

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Horizontals layer the vertical space.

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Interesting use of zig zag lines

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Line adds balance and symmetry to this space

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Diagonal trusses add stability

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Interesting balance of horizontal and vertical lines

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Homey, comfortable, non-threatening curved line use.

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Very grounding horizontals

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Horizontal line is accented by color

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Great balance of vertical, horizontal and curved lines

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Curved lines repeated in the line pattern wallpaper

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Diagonals repeating create movement

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Here the horizontals create a foundation

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Security implied within the horizontals

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Interesting diagonals

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Wide use of curves

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Interesting use of line in the patterns

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Good balance of horizontal and vertical lines

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Diagonal lines imply stability

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Vertical lines create a majestic space

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