EXTERNAL ENVELOPE 63 Cladding colour trends
Looking at colour choices for the facades of a residential property or development, Lisa Grosse from Cedral looks at current trends which clients are buying into
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he science of how different colours in our surroundings make an impact on how we feel and its application in construction and design has a long history. Sir Isaac Newton created the first colour wheel, proving that light contains the full spectrum of the rainbow. In the 19th century Goethe studied the impact of colour on human psychology and since then we have advanced the understanding of the subconscious and physiological human responses to colour. At the same time, different colours go in and out of fashion. When considering the different options for an exterior of a home, the choice of materials including timber, stone, brick, metal, concrete, glass and fibre cement offer a variety of colours which will be integral to the overall design and appearance of the facade. Most recently, muted, monochrome colour palettes have been particularly popular for domestic facades in the UK, particularly when it comes to cladding. Top colour choices for cladding have been white/coastal whitewash and light grey often used in tonal schemes.
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However, there are now several significant trends that are having an influence on the choice of colour for facades, and more specifically, cladding. One is the impact of biophilia, which is all about touch and feel and using natural products that create a sense of wellbeing. The use of natural colours is very much in vogue right now, as is the use of wood- effect, sustainably produced panels such as fibre cement cladding.
Changing tastes & lifestyle trends At Cedral we recently conducted our largest research study into changing tastes and lifestyle trends and found that public taste has veered towards natural colours and away from more garish or bright hues. The research also found that muted colours are less desirable now. Warm clay colours and earthy tones are proving very popular. Similarly, with a move to bring the outside into homes, natural colours which refer to minerals and plants, have seen a resurgence. In addition to the use of natural colours, there seems to be a greater interest in being more expressive and experimental
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