Form Linear ‘Form’ and ‘line’ materials are selected and used in order to emphasise contrasts. Positive and negative space are essential. It is rare for the overall design to have a solid outline shape as the major focus is placed on the character of individual parts and their relationships within a design. 3:5:8 / golden rule

Examples of Lines Striving upwards Striving upwards - unfolding

Striving upwards with a round, flat or domed circle

Swinging out Cascading, trailing, hanging

Playful and bizarre

Characteristics Focus is on the silhouette of lines, flowers, leaves, branches etc Lighter floral materials are placed at top of the design Heavy floral materials placed at the base of the design Pointed shaped materials to the outside of the design Rounded shaped materials to the inside of the design

Arrangement Every line is important Every silhouette has its place There must be varying space within the design The design tends to use a limited choice of material These designs tend to look more contemporary or modern in style

Floral impact Flowers within this design tend to follow a strict hierarchy All flowers, leaves etc are shown at their full stem length There is little, if any, manipulation of plant material of any kind