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R AD IAL FO RM

A radial form consists of linear forms that extend outward from a
centrally located core element in a radiating manner. It combines the
aspects of centrality and linearity into a single composition.

The core is either the symbolic or functional
center of the organization. Its central
position can be articulated with a visually
dominant form, or it can merge with and
become subservient to the radiating arms.
The radiating arms, having properties
similar to those of linear forms, give a radial
form its extroverted nature