1. Line Line gives direction to a design.
Line causes your eyes to move left and right or up and down.
Direction of lines create certain effects in a design.
One type of line should dominate a design, others can be added for interest.

2. Vertical Line

3. Vertical Line Vertical Lines add height, strength, and dignity.
Examples:
pillars
tall pieces of furniture
long straight folds of draperies.

5. Horizontal Line

6. Horizontal Line Horizontal Lines add stability and restfullness.
Examples:
long, low roofs
shelves
long pieces of furniture such as chests and sofas

8. Diagonal Lines

9. Diagonal Lines
Diagonal Lines suggest activity. Too many of them in a room can be tiring.
Examples
roofs
slanted ceilings
staircases

11. Curved Line

12. Curved Line Curved Line adds a graceful, softening effect. Examples:
doorway arches
ruffled curtains
furniture with curved edges