What are Mood Boards?

Mood boards feature aluminum finishes developed around themes, focusing on the use of mechanical process, color and texture to create surfaces which are our interpretation of trends in the market.  

The finishes are inspirational, a starting point for creating a surface for your trim or nameplate application.

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The trend presentation covers finishes developed around themes presented as mood boards.  View the video to see options available to you in aluminum trim design.

 

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Ascent | Etched Silver Aluminum Finishes

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Distinctive Damascus patterning is the focal point of this series of aluminum finishes.  Intricate designs in fine silver are explored.  High contrast is used to create striking bold elements.

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Ascent | Anodized Black Aluminum Finishes

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The unlimited patterns and beauty in hand-forged Damascus steel are translated into anodized black finishes on aluminum in this series.  Watery patterns layer transparent tints of color in matte and gloss surfaces.

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Ascent | Stainless Steel Aluminum Finishes

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The beauty and simplicity of folded metal designs are translated on to aluminum in this series of finishes.  Organic woodgrain-like structures in a stainless steel finish result in subtle elegance.

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Ascent | Precious Metal Aluminum Finishes

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This series of simple yet elegant designs translates layers of yellow gold, white gold and red gold on to aluminum.  Mixed metal design emphasizes the visible swirling pattern in Damascus steel.

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White Out | Aluminum Finishes

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White-on-white accented with subtle metal detail adds interest to this series of aluminum finishes.  Careful layering of crisp whites, creams and ivories adds depth to this clean palette.  Whether used as an accent or for an all-white look the finishes work well supporting a sporty image or one of luxury and elegance.

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Pure | Aluminum Finishes

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Natural imperfection is embraced in this series of aluminum finishes.  Beautifully sublime patterns and abstract designs with influences from nature combine a soft white with warm metal finishes. 

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Modern | Aluminum Finishes

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Enamel white finishes layered with texture and aluminum details are cool and calm.  Sophisticated combinations of multiple gloss levels, bright aluminum and white result in crisp clean surfaces.

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Faux Real | Aluminum Finishes

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Imitating natural materials changing the accepted end use.  In an age of virtual reality, materials and processes continue to evolve blurring the boundaries between the real and the fake.  Faux finishes can be similar to the real world or designed to differ significantly from reality.

This series of aluminum finishes translates authentic leathers, from exotic skins to shagreen, onto metal.  Skin from crocodile, stingray, snake, eel and even ostrich is the starting point for the patterns.

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LineUp | Aluminum Finishes

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The simplicity of a classic pinstripe is explored in this series of aluminum finishes.  Piano black and brushed aluminum are the playground for variations in line width and spacing.  Effects range from bold contrast to subtle definition. 

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Rhythm | Aluminum Finishes

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The depth and attention getting movement of engine striped aluminum are the basis for this series of linear structures.  Striated layers interact creating complex simplicity.

The finishes, available in large format metal sheets, were developed for Gage architectural products.  Request samples to explore options available in large format aluminum finishes.  Consider incorporating these surfaces into nameplates or decorative trim.

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