# axial-expansion

Content expands from a central axis to both sides.

## Structure

- Central vertical or horizontal axis as the spine
- Content branches symmetrically or asymmetrically to both sides
- Axis may be a timeline, process line, or dividing element
- Creates a balanced, mirrored or complementary layout

## Best For

- Comparison with a shared baseline
- Timeline with events on both sides
- Cause-and-effect diagrams
- Pros/cons with a central divider

## Visual Elements

- Prominent central axis line
- Content blocks extending to both sides
- Arrows or connectors from axis to content
- Optional color coding for each side

## Text Placement

- Axis labels along the center line
- Content labels beside each branch
- Title at the top of the axis

## Recommended Pairings

- `corporate-memphis`: Balanced business diagrams
- `technical-schematic`: Engineering axis diagrams
- `paper-collage`: Organic branching layouts