Colour is a powerful tool in the world of building design, helping to create striking buildings with a clear sense of place and identity. Read on, as Alan Robb, our Founder, talks about all things colour, including why it’s so important, colour psychology and the latest design trends…
Colour isn’t just something nice to look at. It’s been proven to impact the way in which we all interact with our environment, with each colour evoking a different feeling and emotion. While it has long been a key consideration for interior design schemes, the rise of colourful exterior cladding (such as our Cladcolour façade panels) means colour is just as relevant for modern-day exteriors.
The impact of colour on people
Colour psychology is an important consideration for architects and designers. Chosen correctly, colour can trigger a host of different responses and emotions in people, from the calming effects of blues and greens to the more energetic reds and yellows. Architects, specifiers and contractors must understand the different feelings each colour can inspire, with the selected palette needing to match the desired mood for a building.
As an example, for a more sophisticated and professional environment, deep navy blues or more muted greys and whites are an ideal choice. Whereas for a more brand-led or creative space, that sets the tone before people have even entered the building, brighter and bolder tones should be utilised.
Not only can colour influence emotional responses, it can also help to create a sense of place and enhance kerb appeal. Colour can serve as a communicative tool, conveying branding for businesses, expressing the mood or sophistication of a property, or acting in a more practical regard by guiding visitors and highlighting architectural features.
Meeting design trends
While trends are ever changing and evolving, colour will always remain at their core, helping to create inspiring and eye-catching structures that meet modern design requirements. Within commercial buildings, colour can help to create a sense of brand and identity, ensuring that people know what organisation they’re stepping foot in before they’ve even passed the threshold.
For brands, organisations and building owners wanting to stand out from the crowd, colour is extremely important, with bright and vibrant colours helping to set the tone before the day has even begun. This is especially useful in larger complexes, such as those found in the education or healthcare sectors, where colour can be used as a tool to aid in wayfinding and differentiate between different buildings or departments.
Cladcolour
If you’re looking for an exterior cladding panel that can deliver on both design and performance, look no further than Cladcolour. Our new range of fibre cement and high-density calcium silicate cladding panels combine excellent fire safety, performance and durability with endless colour and design opportunities. Available in two main lines, Cladcolour MP and Cladcolour HD, each collection offers a wide range of colours and finishes to choose from.
Cladcolour MP has a natural, high-quality appearance and is available in an array of solid colours, featuring a smooth and slightly mottled effect as standard. Alternatively, for greater design flexibility, Cladcolour HD comes in a variety of finishes, including grained and polished textures. The Cladcolour range is also available in bespoke colours, allowing architects, specifiers and contractors to get the exact branding colour needed for their project.
Expertly combining A1 fire safety, long-lasting performance and an extensive range of finishes, colours and designs, the new collection opens the door to an exciting mix of building façade options for architects, specifiers and contractors.