Shape-shifting results in a flowing aluminum surface that evolves with the part, illustrating attention to detail in design. Individual elements in these patterns change as they move across the surface.
Surfaces on Aluminum Design Blog
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Mitch Larson
Aged and patinaed surfaces combine warm and cool metal colors for a mixed metal effect. Authentic distressed metal finishes create an industrial look.
Posted by
Mitch Larson
This is an interesting finish where two separate honeycomb patterns are layered onto each other. A small scale black honeycomb texture is layered over large scale selectively brushed honeycombs in the background. Depending on how the light hits it, the larger scale honeycombs may disappear ...
Posted by
Mitch Larson
The combination of surfaces in this collection present an interesting marriage of simple geometric textures and brushed aluminum accented with inlaid border effects.
Posted by
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 ...
Posted by
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 ...
Posted by
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 ...
Posted by
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 ...
Posted by
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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