--- title: Northern Engraving | Design Blog for Surfaces on Aluminum (2) description: Northern Engraving Aluminum Surfaces Design Blog - covers the possibilities and inspiration for creating patterns and decoration on aluminum surfaces. (2) --- [](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/page/2#main-nav) [![Norcorp](https://www.norcorp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Northern-Engraving-Logo-white.png?width=530&name=Northern-Engraving-Logo-white.png "Norcorp")](https://www.norcorp.com/) - Surfaces on Aluminum Design Blog # Surfaces on Aluminum Design Blog ## [Transforming Your Wallet with Metal](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/transforming-your-wallet-with-metal) Posted by [Billie Theobald](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/billie-theobald) Consumers want to be treated like kings – let’s face it. Our loyalty to brands and icons is generated by how they make us look and feel. Every piece of plastic in our wallets has a story behind what it offers us and how it treats us. Plastic? Traditional card and secure card designers dress up the ... [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/transforming-your-wallet-with-metal) ## 2017 Aluminum Holiday Card Posted by [Vicky Bowie](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/vicky-bowie) Many of our patterns and finishes on aluminum are created with layers of decorative processes. A popular request is to make use of selective areas of mechanical finishes - stripes, spins, and brushes on the surface of the metal. The resulting decoration has movement and depth which can then be ... [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/2017-aluminum-holiday-card) ## Classic Cool Aluminum Surfaces Posted by [Vicky Bowie](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/vicky-bowie) Classic Cool Mood Board The Classic Cool Mood Board features familiar pattern structures utilizing the exceptional beauty of aluminum with calm and soothing results. A sophisticated style mixing traditional finishes with a modern twist incorporating cool color hues of blues and gun metals ... [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/classic-cool-aluminum-surfaces) ## Intersecting Lines Aluminum Surface Inspired from Quilted Pattern Posted by [Vicky Bowie](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/vicky-bowie) The Inspiration Inspired by classic herringbone quilting technique, random straight lines intersected by diagonal lines create an irregular linear pattern. This material caught our eye for the depth and interesting way that varying width or planes of a line interact with each other. Check out how ... [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/intersecting-lines-aluminum-surface-inspired-from-quilted-pattern) ## Translating Opaque Color to Metallic Color on Aluminum Surfaces Posted by [Vicky Bowie](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/vicky-bowie) Metallic inks are an attractive option for aluminum finish development. Available in a variety of colors with the ability to be integrated into backgrounds or graphics, they offer visual and tactile texture. Whether placed in contrast to brushed or bright aluminum or complimenting opaque and ... [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/translating-opaque-color-to-metallic-color-on-aluminum-surfaces) ## Linear Surface Collection eBook Posted by [Vicky Bowie](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/vicky-bowie) Lines and the interaction of lines make up so many foundations for structures in every aspect of product design. You can find straight lines which are very orderly. You can find organic, wavy lines which are haphazard. You can also find intersecting lines which can be both orderly and haphazard. [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/linear-surface-collection-ebook) ## Flowing Lines Across Aluminum Surfaces Posted by [Vicky Bowie](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/vicky-bowie) Linear structures continue to be of interest across all industries for surface decoration. This is evident in what our Design Team has seen as they collaborate with product designers and visit shows such as NeoCon in Chicago or the Detroit Auto Show. [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/flowing-lines-across-aluminum-surfaces) ## Fractal | Aluminum Surface Collection Posted by [Vicky Bowie](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/vicky-bowie) The Fractal Surface Collection features classic diamond shapes translated with a modern twist into dimensional patterns on aluminum surfaces. 3D texture adds a tactile element while contrasting gloss levels provide distinction. [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/fractal-aluminum-surface-collection) ## Laser Etch Look on Aluminum Trim Posted by [Vicky Bowie](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/vicky-bowie) Laser Etched Looking Surface Decoration A common request for finish development to be used on decorative trim is to achieve the look of fine detail seen in laser etched surfaces. 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