Surface Image Characteristics

I wanted to pick different materials which relate to my design philosophy.  All of the materials are found on http://transmaterial.net.  I choose various materials that all could bring something different to my project.

InvariMatte

InvariMatte is a nondirectional, low-gloss, uniformly textured stainless-steel finish designed for use in architectural applications. While its lower reflectivity lends itself to roofing applications, it can be applied to wall panels, coping, and trim.  The superb consistency of this finish results in excellent panel-to-panel matching.

Solid Poetry

Just when you think you've seen everything that can be done with concrete, along comes another surprise.  Developed by Netherlands-based designer Frederik Molenschot and Susanna Happle, Solid Poetry is a concrete tile that reveals a pattern when wet.  The floral pattern depicted here are the result of a carefully applied surface treatment that reveals itself only when exposed to water or humid air.

KiloLux

KiloLux is a monolithic glass block with the appearance of a laminate produced by thermally bonding glass at low temperatures.  Wales-based Innovative Glass Products Ltd. developed the material for inclusion in building facades as a light-emitting decorative element.  Because no adhesive is used to manufacture the product, it has good resistance moisture and freeze-thaw cycles.