Human Evoke

vibes Colour Journal

Soft | Emotional | Authentic | Connected

As technology and AI advance, authentic human emotions, social exchange and the delicate connections between people become more vital to maintain and nurture. Expressing this belief in connectivity is the theme Human Evoke.

As technology and AI advance, authentic human emotions, social exchange and the delicate connections between people become more vital to maintain and nurture. Expressing this belief in connectivity is the theme Human Evoke. The colours and textures, in powder and liquid form, conjure up echoes of nature and intricate woven bonds: pale pinks and ochres, reds and metallic golds. There are suggestions of the ancient and modern coming together, in Alesta® SuprAnodic Fossil, and Halo; and a mixing of semi-precious gemstones and metals, in Pearly Copper and Precious Sand.

From the Durapon70® and Alesta® ranges, we look in this section of Vibes at how Medium Bronze, Super Copper and Quartz Glint have a magical connection to light, which is a focus for architects and designers right now; a gleam that expresses depth, beauty and time.

Durapon 70® Super Copper 292R2017

Durapon 70® Medium Bronze 292T2002

Alesta® SD Quartz Glint SD034C1122920

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Durapon 70® Statuary Brown 292T2010

Durapon 70® Sage Brown 292T2006

Quartz Glint, in powder coating, features on the metal windows and doors of The Loft by Brenac & Gonzalez et Associés in Paris’s industrial suburb of Clichy, giving interest and rhythm to the glass.

Alesta® AP Black Red AE03053300720

Alesta® SD SuprAnodic Aubergine SD201C8214520

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Plascoat® PPA571ES Brown 813 D15352730

Durapon 70® Brick Red 292R2014

We also see how science and humanity may coexist in harmony, as expressed in the 2 Harbor Life Science Center, South Boston, with its painted corrugated façade and copper-coloured bands. Moving into the interior, UK furniture-makers sixteen3, whose work exemplifies craftsmanship, detail, durability and low environmental impact, were drawn to Axalta’s powder-coated spectrum and shared philosophy. The brushed Anodic colours, Gold, Titanium and Bronze, feature in the lighting designs of Belgian brand TAL, demonstrating the trend for warm metallics that conjure peace, longevity and hope.

Featured case studies

Human Evoke

2 Harbor Life Sciences Center, Boston, facade creativity by Handel Architects

Explore the story behind 2 Harbor, a cutting-edge life sciences research facility rising in Boston’s dynamic South Boston waterfront. Architect David Woshinsky of Handel Architects shares insights on how the building’s copper-toned finish and multifaceted fins respond to its industrial context and create a sense of movement and depth.

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In conversation with furniture brand sixteen3, connecting craftsmanship and modern manufacturing

Discover sixteen3, a UK-based design company rooted in industrial heritage. From soft seating to modular systems, their commitment to modern craftsmanship shines through sustainable materials and local expertise. Explore their colorful world of furniture!

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Luxurious lighting, durability, texture and colour

Explore the enduring collaboration between Axalta and Belgian design powerhouses TAL and Lithoss. As sister brands specializing in light fixtures and switches, they infuse craftsmanship and elegance into their distinctive designs. With a shared commitment to sustainability and functional excellence, these brands continue to shape the world of architectural lighting.

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Architects Brenac & Gonzalez & Associés’ project in Clichy, Paris, designing for a historical context

Discover the architectural interplay in Clichy, Paris—a suburb where two office buildings, The Factory and The Loft, harmonize with the 19th-century neighborhood. Architects Brenac & Gonzalez et Associés crafted contrasting designs using noble materials. While The Factory boldly stands out in black, The Loft elegantly blends in with light-colored stone and Axalta’s Quartz Glint from the ICONICA collection.

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Emotional connections through wood finishes

The Human Evoke theme highlights the importance of authentic emotions and connections. Soft, inviting wood finishes in warm blushes, ochres, and reds foster intimacy and comfort. Hand-carving and intricate inlays add depth, reflecting the complexity of human relationships.

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Explore vibes' trend themes

Earth Unity

Human Evoke

Tech Vision

Vivid Vibe

Earth Unity

Humanity’s link to nature

The most practical solution can also be the most sustainable and beautiful. This is the vision behind Earth Unity – finding common threads that link humanity to nature and the universe beyond. It is an approach that communicates harmony and honesty.

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Human Evoke

Emotional connections

As technology and AI advance, authentic human emotions, social exchange and the delicate connections between people become more vital to maintain and nurture. Expressing this belief in connectivity is the theme Human Evoke.

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Tech Vision

Technology and curiosity

The speed of technology is transforming modern lives, and when combined with the intellectual and curious, the prospects seem boundless. This is the background to the colour trend theme Tech Vision.

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Vivid Vibe

Hopeful creativity

A theme that acknowledges the world as it is, but strives for a brighter future, delighting in the pleasure and freedom of colours that stir the memory, imagination and impulse to creativity in design.