Wellbeing in Interiors

Chapter 11Shapes, volumes and proportions

1. Shapes
2. Contours and angles
3. Symbolism of shapes
4. Proportion of shapes and patterns
5. Fibonacci sequence and the golden ratio
6. Volumes of space
7. Ceiling height

Shapes

The shape of an object or material finish can represent an abstract idea or speak to our basic human instinct. We are affected by the lack of shapes as much by the proliferation of them, and by the allocation of shapes in specific spaces and on specific objects that will support our wellbeing, or not. Over time certain consistent shapes have adopted wider meanings and are used to represent these rather than for the properties these shapes have of themselves. There are ways to use shapes and patterns to support wellbeing and performance and the following ...