1. Shape & Form As you look around, you see countless shapes and forms.
What is the difference between a shape and a form?

2. What is a shape? Shape is made by connecting lines
The flat outline of an object
A 2-Dimensional outline of an object

3. What is a form? Form encloses space
Something that has length, width and depth
Form is 3 dimensional

4. Three basic types of forms
RECTILINEAR
ANGULAR
CURVED

5. Rectilinear forms The most commonly used form in our homes.
These forms fit together well and help conserve space
This form feels stable and secure because of its 90 degree angles
This form establishes unity and rhythm when repeated
There is a danger of this form feeling harsh or monotonous. However, when placed on a diagonal, it becomes a dynamic element.

6. Examples of square and rectangular shapes used in a house…
Refrigerators
Beds
Pillows
Dish washer
Rugs
Windows
Doors

7. Angular Forms Include triangles and pyramids
Add a great deal of “life” to a room
More flexible than rectangles because the angles can be manipulated in many ways
The strongest shape
Diagonals make things look larger
Suggest motion
Less common, so they attract and hold attention

8. Examples of angular forms used in a house…
Most sloping roofs
Angled walls
Window treatments
Christmas tree
accessories

9. Curved Forms Curved forms combine continuity and change
Bring to mind things found in nature
Circles and spheres have unique qualities
Conservative and economical forms because they resist breakage
Remind us of motion, probably because they remind us of balls
They provide great unity--every point on the edge is equil distant from the center

10. Examples of curved forms in a house…
Plates
Bowls
Lampshades
Pillows
Tables
Chairs
stools

11. We usually do not find a home that is made from rectangles, triangles or circles.
We do find combinations of these various shapes.

12. Activity
Use the shape templates and create an object. Be creative. You don’t have to use all the shapes on the paper.
EXTRA CREDIT: Using the shape create a 3-D form from salt dough.