Notes on metal and finish
Considered writing on architectural metal and surface finishes, from the metalwork side of the table. Written for architects, designers and project teams choosing a finish for a real space.
Finishes
Coloured stainless steel in architecture
How stainless is coloured by PVD: the palette, surface pairing, durability, and where coloured steel works.
Corten steel in architecture
How the rust patina forms and stabilises, facade and cladding use, run-off, and detailing for buildings.
Brass finishes for architecture
Brushed, satin, polished, antique and patinated brass, lacquered versus living, and how each ages.
Blackened steel, a finish guide for architecture
What it is, how it is made, the tones and texture, where it works, and how it is sealed and maintained.
Copper and bronze patina, a finish guide
The colour range from brown to verdigris, natural versus applied patina, how it is sealed, and where it works.
Sectors
Metal in superyacht interiors
Marine grade 316 stainless, brass and bronze, finishes that resist salt and corrosion, and detailing for yards.
Metalwork in restaurant and bar interiors
Back bars, counters, screens and dividers, with notes on finishes that take grease, heat and nightly cleaning.
Metalwork in hotel lobbies
Feature stairs, reception desks, screens and coloured surfaces, with notes on finish, durability and detailing.