One of the things that we love most about design is that we can make our own rules and define our own boundaries. Most of these materials were discovered through a lot of experimentation. Some of our favourite materials are featured in this post. Here's a list of our top 6 picks!
Corten Steel
COR-TEN is a weathered steel used in its raw form. The rusted finish attained by exposure, is becoming a rapidly loved construction material for external use. As it ages this material forms a layer
Corten steel is ductile, making it a great material to work with and create products that are durable and fun!
Jesmonite
This light weight gypsum and acrylic composite is a very durable material.
We love how versatile its applications can be.
Its becomes a great alternative for ceramic and porcelin given its structure and finish.
Jesmonite is an eco-resin which can be used to mould a variety of products varying in sizes and forms.
The terrazzo finish on Jesmonite is a great throwback to the tiles of the '80's, but with a contemporary edge to its design.
Concrete Oxides
Red oxide is something we've all been familiar with but have you ever thought there could be a blue or even yellow oxide finish? Oxide pigments have been around since early humans painted on cave walls. These pigments extracted from metal can be both natural and synthetic.
When combined with cement plaster it produces earthy and textural surface finishes.
Oxides can formulate a number of shades of a single colour when mixed.
Gradient Resin
Resins can be either be natural or artificial.
You've probably seen resin and drift wood combined table tops or with pressed flowers/leaves to make coasters and jewelery.
Gradient resins have become popular with a lot of product and furniture designers and have been experimented with extensively. They can be achieved by manipulating the ratios of different colour dyes.
It is fluid in nature and can be moulded into different shapes and sizes.
Fluted Glass
Textured glass, with vertical gooves makes this material a compelling one to use. It diffuses light and provides a level of privacy, without having to frost the glass. Combined with a metal framework, fluted glass becomes a very industrial yet modern shutter for cabinets and doors/ partitions to spaces.
Semi molten glass is pressed between metal rollers to create a distinct pattern, they can be toughened and tinted to different colours.
Oxidised copper
Oxidised copper or 'patina' turns copper into a greenish colour which is a form of metal corrosion. However, in copper oxidation the oxide layer prevents oxygen exposure that would otherwise cause further corrosion.
This material has been used in facades of buildings as well as some home descor products.
The seagreen textured material has a rustic finish and makes for a perfect eccentric piece in your home (if that's what you vibe is)
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