Trending: Watery Surfaces & Liquid Metallics

Driven by the increasing environmental focus on global warming and ocean tides, we are reminded that water is a powerful force that influences the entire planet. Water is so influential, it even has an impact on material and surface designs within consumer products. Growing in popularity over the last twelve to eighteen months, the trends of liquid fluidity and nature-inspired designs are no strangers to the watchful consumer. The new trends of watery surfaces and liquid metallics are simply the next evolution. Our parts pictured here are just some of the many ways we've helped brands express this trend. Continue reading to learn how to embrace the latest craze! 

DIMENSIONAL TEXTURES 
What’s cooler than something that looks fresh and funky? Something that feels fresh and funky too! Incorporate rippled surfaces and unique facets to not only create eye-catching aesthetics, but also provoke the viewer to interact with the product. Nothing says “touch me!” quite like a sea of gathered bubbles or a rippling of swirling waves thoughtfully designed onto a piece of decorative trim. It’s a designers dream to create something that stops traffic and begs to be picked up! Utilize our electroform, aluminum, zinc, and plastic product lines to create compelling designs and wow moments with your customers.  

SHIFTING COLORS 
Swirling marbles, color-shifting iridescent finishes, transparent metallics, and molded plastics are front and center in these two trends. One of the best ways to highlight texture changes is to pair them with bold colors and finish treatments. Capture the attention of your consumers by incorporating ombré and faded aesthetics along with glittery shimmering finishes. By using our iridescent and color-shifting paints, your product design gets two looks in one! When the color changes based on the viewing angle, consumers are compelled to take notice. When a consumer takes notice, you’re one step closer to being chosen! 

MATERIAL CHOICES 
Transform solid metals and plastics into watery forms by adding urethane doming onto the top surface. Create an illusion of depth and a water droplet aesthetic with this clear, gel-like solution. Our secondary finishing like plating, PVD, anodizing, and painting coupled with our base materials is sure to create compelling pieces to successfully communicate your story of movement. 

Whether you’re looking for a textured accent piece or a color-shifting name plate, we’ve got you covered. For more information on how you can embrace these exciting trends, please complete our form below. We can’t wait to hear from you!