Using Halftones with Mechanical Finishes to Create Visual Depth In this series of finishes, black halftones are layered over varying sizes of engine stripe. A deep blue tint is added for color then finished off with a high gloss topcoat.
Surfaces on Aluminum Design Blog
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Deidre Kruser
Nova Trim The Nova Trim process offers an alternative to printed texture. The process involves using coining and embossing to press texture into the surface of metal. In this group of finishes, our focus was on interpreting the detail found in meshes. The look, feel and technical precision of mesh ...
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Deidre Kruser
Custom Aluminum Finish The honeycomb finish designed for the Cobra radar detectors is an excellent example of collaboration early on in a project and the outstanding outcome as a result of this interaction. The project began with a visit to the Northern Engraving Design Studio to discuss overall ...
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Deidre Kruser
Because copper and bronze have a warm quality which can be finished in a variety of tones, they go well with nearly any surface. These finishes on aluminum rely on transparent tints of ink to create the look of copper and bronze. Whether on brushed or bright aluminum, in high or low gloss, they ...
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Deidre Kruser
The visual dimension in this modern enamel white finish caught my attention as we were reviewing patterns for our latest mood boards. There has been considerable interest in shape-shifting finishes on aluminum. This one is unique in that the finish evolves as it travels across the aluminum surface ...
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Deidre Kruser
Working on new finishes for our next group of mood boards is always a little bit of a blend of art and science. There are surprises, both good and bad. Even after spending years developing textures and patterns, we still get excited when we see the final result. And there are finishes that catch ...
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Deidre Kruser
Pick Your Finish, Pick Your Color Introducing a new Designer Disc Collection featuring a cross section of finishes from our pattern library. Some of the most popular areas of interest in pattern and texture are included in this set. All are labeled on the back for easy identification. Request one ...
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Deidre Kruser
Brushed Hexagon Finish on Metal The Northern Automotive Design group explores a shift in perspective with this aluminum hex pattern. Think of the shimmer of sunlight on water. Now translate the way light dances across the surface of water. How would you interpret this on aluminum? What would it ...
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Deidre Kruser
This series of finishes contrasts brushed and bright aluminum with black, balancing positive and negative shapes. The modern designs match up circles and squares in large and small sizes.
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