Linear Details

Straight lines and linear forms create unity or contrast depending on how you utilise them, so for many of us, bringing these into our spaces allows us to add depth and dimension, whilst also giving us the ability to expand or create height by ‘tricking’ the eye — using vertical lines to create a feeling of height and elongation, and horizontal lines to expand and widen the space.

Here we’ve gathered together some of our top storage units that showcase linear details, and give you the freedom to play with this clever visual aide. 

   
Pictured above: Line by Pacini Cappellini 

The Line Sideboard by Pacini Cappellini is a contemporary wood veneer design featuring solid wood vertical strips as door detailing which create contrast and height. The sideboard houses transparent glass interior shelves, and comes in 2 or 3 door styles.

   
Pictured above:  Universal by Calligaris

Similarly, the Universal TV Unit by Calligaris is a contemporary low profile design available in a walnut striped wood. Here the linear element is comprised of smooth inverted fluting to the veneer surface. 

   
Pictured above: Fabulus by Pacini Cappellini

In contrast, the Fabulus TV Unit by Pacini Cappellini is a swivelling design featuring a protruding offset drawer with a recessed open storage compartment. The design has a solid wood frame with horizontal wood slat details creating the illusion of width and space.

   
Pictured above:  Riga by Porada

Also giving you the illusion of length is the Riga Sideboard by Porada with its distinctive lateral design in solid wood following the front and sides. The sideboard includes internal glass shelving and handles that are concealed by the lateral bar design. 

With these designs in mind, perhaps try sketching out your space and adding in some drawings of linear patterns to see where your space could make use of some height or expansion; you’ll be surprised at how this simple trick can really draw the eye around your room in an entirely new way.