Creating Illusions with Layers of Finishes It never ceases to amaze me how aluminum can be transformed during decoration. The reflective properties of the metal enhance brushing processes, allowing images and pattern structures to appear to move across the aluminum surface. Layering brushes with ...
Surfaces on Aluminum Design Blog
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Vicky Bowie
2013 Motor Trend Car of the Year - Tesla Model S Motor Trend recently named the Tesla Model S its Car of the Year. Awards are great recognition for hard work that has been put in on projects. We are honored to have had the pleasure of working with the Tesla Motors Design Team on the interior trim ...
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Vicky Bowie
Subtle Decoration Adds Interest One of the great things about working alongside of the Design team is there is never a lack of interesting finishes to browse through. Today my attention was caught by one with subtle decoration for the aluminum trim using selective bright areas woven through a ...
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Vicky Bowie
The development of finishes in our Design Center is constant - whether something customized for a specific project or working through new ideas to add to the library of finishes. Right now we're working on final selections of the finishes which will be featured in new mood boards. A preview of some ...
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Vicky Bowie
Just look at the dimension created when a technical pattern is used in the background! The border of this nameplate appears to be a higher level than the background, resulting in perceived depth without need for a custom emboss tool.
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Kelly Kjos
Design intent for the decorative aluminum trim plate was to create an intricate layered look conveying precision and sports luxury. The final design utilizes an alternative approach which integrates layers of processes combined with mechanical finishes to create the in-laid metal design. The ...
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