vibes Colour Journal

Jingxian Nursing Home - Shanghai, China

Nursing homes in China have very strict requirements when it comes to construction materials and decoration elements. It’s important that materials, furniture and finishes are environmentally friendly, so that they do not negatively affect the health of staff, visitors and – above all – patients. These considerations were taken into account by GN Architects, when they were commissioned to design the 270,000 sqm Shanghai Jingxian Nursing Home.

Stadium 1000 S. Prairie Ave - Inglewood, California, United States

Inglewood, California has a new landmark that has caught the attention of sports enthusiasts and architecture aficionados alike. The stunning new stadium, located at 1000 S. Prairie Ave, is an impressive feat of modern architecture and engineering.

Polyclinic - Milan, Italy

The New Polyclinic in Milan by Stefano Boeri Architects (2018) is important, not just for its patients, doctors and nurses, but for the city as a whole. It is one of Milan’s main hospitals, situated in the historic centre – a building designed to connect to history and the wider community. And with all its modern technology and healing methods, it is also a building in touch with nature. Integration is key; and so is harmony, which finds expression in a colour palette of greys, white and greens.

Red Cow Terrace - St. Albans, United Kingdom

Introducing strong colour into historic settings is perceived as risky. But that didn’t stop Office S&M at their project Red Cow Terrace in St Albans, the English town with ancient Roman roots and many listed buildings. Office S&M co-founder Hugh McEwen explains his thinking behind the design of three new homes in a conservation area.

Softicated - Geneva, Switzerland

The connection between lighting and wellbeing is often overlooked in discussions on interior and product design. Contentment is sometimes sacrificed for drama and experimentation. But it is something being addressed by Softicated, a new Geneva-based brand founded by Cyril Rumpler in 2020, which is producing a range of luxurious lighting, rugs and contemporary furniture designed with the specific intention “to promote feelings of happiness” in the user. Recognising the now undisputed links between wellbeing and connections to nature, Softicated combines the notions of “sophisticated’ with a gentle “softness”, fusing the two to create its name and the vision that drives its products. Each product or collection has a narrative of its own.

Guoco Changfeng City - Shanghai, China

Guoco Changfeng City is a large-scale mixed-use development project located in the Changfeng Eco Business District of Shanghai’s Putuo Area. The project comprises two 18-storey office towers, two lower-rise corporate office buildings, a cultural industries building, and a cultural and entertainment center. The development is strategically located, with excellent connectivity through the Shanghai North Cross Passage expressway and the upcoming metro station of Shanghai’s Metro Line 1.

Smart 22@ - Barcelona, Spain

Poblenou is the neighborhood of the 1000 chimneys, a legacy of its industrial past that still retains a strong entrepreneurial character today. It is a neighborhood that combines tradition and modernity, craftsmanship and technological innovation, and it is no coincidence that the main fabric and engine of the 22@ technological district is concentrated here.

Residential building Kings Cross - London, United Kingdom

Bold and light-reflecting, Techno Blue is a colour that radiates energy. It’s not surprising that this luxurious vivid blue with a metallic edge was chosen by the Axalta automotive division as Colour of the Year. As a clean, efficient and future-focused tone, it reflects the spirit of the modern world.

Today’s design industry is fluid: disciplines interconnect and take inspiration from one another. In architecture and design we also see the influence of blue, a colour that brings to mind the potential of smart tech, the solidity of glass and the tranquillity of water.

800 19th Ave S - Nashville, United States

800 19th Ave S, Nashville, the latest addition to Nashville’s Midtown district, is a stunning mixed-use development that embodies the city’s spirit of innovation and creativity.

875 Chesterfield Pkwy W - Chesterfield, United States

The new 875 Chesterfield Pkwy W in Chesterfield, Missouri, stands as a stunning example of contemporary architecture and engineering. The state-of-the-art facility was designed by Lamar Johnson Collaborative, one of the leading architecture and engineering firms in the world and developed by CRG. It was constructed by Clayco, a premier general contractor known for its innovative and sustainable building solutions. The façade of the building was created by Ventana, a leading contractor in the design, engineering, and installation of high-performance façade systems.

CODE by BT Group - Italy

BT Group, a luxury pergola company in Italy, has chosen to use Axalta powder coatings to give their products a high-quality and durable finish. In 2021, BT Group changed most of their standard colours to Axalta colours, which increased their sales by up to 300%. The company also uses Axalta’s colour selector in their showroom, which has 490 colours, to offer architects, designers, and homeowners a wide range of options to customise their pergola solutions.

Padel Galis - Spain

The Wilson court by Padel Galis – a very special edition Padel tennis, usually played in doubles on an enclosed court, combines elements of both tennis and squash. The balls have a little less pressure and the rackets are smaller in size and solid, producing a game that is fast-paced, accessible and highly sociable. It is the fastest growing sport in Europe. But it is not new.

300 Biscayne Blvd Way - Miami, United States

300 Biscayne Blvd Way, Miami , Florida, are a stunning example of luxurious architecture that exudes elegance and sophistication. Designed by Revuelta Architecture and Bodas Miani Anger Architects, this 66-story tower is a testament to the brand’s signature style and excellence.

3151 Market Street - Philadelphia, United States

Like a large urban screen deployed in the city of the Lumière brothers, the Eklaa facade reflects the sky and the large trees of Avenue Tony-Garnier, and pay homage to the legendary Gerland Stadium facing it. Located in Lyon’s 7th district, this office building of 11,000 m² is in a privileged urban location.

Pirelli 35 - Milan, Italy / Odense hospital - Odense, Denmark

Axalta collaborated with Italian-based metal construction experts MTS to develop customised coating solutions for two landmark projects: Pirelli 35 in Italy and the Odense Hospital in Denmark.