What's the Story?

Well, we are already well into 2010 and I haven't posted in quite awhile. Last year was very busy, thankfully. Looking ahead, I can only hope that this year is even more promising. With the state of the economy being so-so, it is easy to feel a little down about it. Whenever I feel down, I combat those feelings with some color, as color has been proven to affect moods.

I love color! Especially color stories! So here is my color story for this year broken down into seasons. The colors I've chosen for this year's color story represent change, struggle and optimism. I think we've all been dealing with change in our government/society, struggle with the economy and hoping things get better soon.

Colors I Love...

Lately, I've had sort of an obsession with deep teal. I love all colors, but I'm really digging that blueish green color. There is just something about it. Even the appliances that are on the sales floor are sporting this shiny new color. My cousin, Sarah, says that it is the new 'avocado'.Colors of everyday random objects can inspire new color palettes for your designs. Here are some other colors that I'm liking this year...

Purple Plum & Berry
Saffron Yellow & Fire Orange
Emerald & Olive Green
Colbalt & Teal Blue

Colored Glass

I have to admit, I am attracted to most things that are colorful and shiny. Glittering glass sculptures with their radiant color and reflected light can be especially inspiring. I've recently used tinted glass for Landmark Theatres entrance canopy, here in Baltimore. BHA Architects designed the canopy structure and coordinated the fabrication. Their original design had called for a clear glass canopy that matched the rest of the canopies along the building's facade. In order to make the Movie Theater entrance more pronounced, I suggested using a tinted glass in my entrance signage design.



Here are some other examples of how tinted glass can be used to enhance an experience. Below are some photos of the Hudson Hotel in New York City, designed by Philip Starke. As well as some other examples I came across online. I apologize, but for the life of me, I can't remember where I found them.