The Design Element of Plane

What is Plane?

• Plane is a flat surface extending in height and width
• When a line closes in on itself to create a shape
• It is a spacial element

Why is Plane Important?

• They define boundaries
• Help organise different programme elements
• “A plane can be a permanent surface or constantly changing. Some planes are tactile, physical forms, expressing different materiality or functions. Others might be completely invisible, yet still have a profound impact on the design. Sometimes we create the notion of a plane as a strategy or clarification of intent. Other times a plane is imposed on us as a site constraint.” - Diana Tsang

Types of Plane

• Solid
• Textured
• Rotated

Plane in Design Contexts

Muireann McNulty