The 3 D collection in DuPont™ Corian®:new decorative solutions for interior cladding applications now available to architects and designers
DuPont has introduced the dramatic “3D” collection of decorative panels, made with DuPont™ Corian® and featuring sophisticated three-dimensional patterns created using advanced solutions.
The “3D” collection is based on a new technology that enables the rapid application of sophisticated and complex three-dimensional patterns onto DuPont™ Corian®. The solution blends advanced software tools for geometry manipulation with a versatile efficient high pressure compression moulding technique.
The first materialisation of the “3D” collection is the “Math” series, featuring elegant, surprising and creative patterns inspired by the theories of famous mathematicians and by mathematical functions.
The series includes six different models: Fibonacci, Gauss, Moirè, Fourier, Voronoi (all measuring 2400 L x 700 mm H) and Phyllotaxis (700 mm L x 700 mm H) and is the result of a collaborative effort led by the architect Corrado Tibaldi of DuPont Building Innovations, with external design consultation from Professor Alessio Erioli and architect Andrea Graziano.
The “3D” collection will progressively include further series of decorative solutions featuring innovative three-dimensional patterns as a motif.
The technology also enables customised patterns to be applied to Corian®, according to the specific design requirements of architects, designers and furnishing companies, with a short prototyping period and competitive costs
Gauss: the shape of the panel is the result of the subdivision of the panel into a variable number of cells. Every single surface is thought of as a diaphragm composed by two modular shapes. The opening originated by these shapes is ruled by the values of a fully controlled Gaussian curve. One of these shapes moves into space with a distance parameter to create a form of “pocket.”
Phyllotaxis – the shape of the panel takes its inspiration from the famous Fibonacci spiral. The Phyllotaxis pattern is based on two sets of spirals revolving in opposite directions. The shapes emerging from this intersection are the basis for a series of inner curves that are scaled and moved proportionally to the inverse of their distance from the centre of the spiral. The resulting surface resembles a flower bas-relief.
Voronoi – the shape of the panel is the result of a Voronoi diagram based on an array of points in the subdivision of a spiral. Every single Voronoi cell boundary generates another offset and interpolated curve shifted at a parametric height. So the original Voronoi cell contour and these curves are the base for an operational “patching” that provides a characteristic cell tessellation.
Fourier – the shape of the panel results from a process of subdivision of the surface into bands or ribbons of variable random height. Every ribbon is characterised by a specific sinusoidal path based on a random span distance and height. The final panel appears as applied vibrations forces that enliven the surface.
Fibonacci – the shape of the panel is closely linked to the Fibonacci spiral path, the squares built on it and the resulting “golden” rectangle. Every single square is transformed into a parametric cell with a variable maximum height, taper angle and opening size. The resulting squares materialise the proportional Fibonacci sequence onto the final shape of the panel.
Moirè – the shape of the panel is the result of a process of subdivision into a variable number of stripes. The distance of every centre of a stripe from a hypothetical point attractor governs the height and the deviation of the sinusoidal curves generating the surface. The optical result of this wave effect determines a Moiré effect on the surface of the panel.
