Dupont unveils 3D collection of decorative panels

Dupont has introduced the 3D collection of decorative panels, made with Dupont Corian and featuring 3D patterns created using advanced solutions.

The collection is based on a new technology that enables the rapid application of complex 3D 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 creative patterns inspired by the theories of famous mathematicians and by mathematical functions.

The series includes six different models - Fibonacci, Gauss, Moire, Fourier, Voronoi (all measuring 2,400mm in length x 700mm in height) and Phyllotaxis (measuring 700mm in length by 700mm in height) - and is the result of a collaborative effort led by architect Corrado Tibaldi of Dupont Building Innovations with external design consultation from Prof Alessio Erioli and architect Andrea Graziano.

The 3D collection will progressively include further series of decorative solutions featuring 3D 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.

The shape of the Gauss 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', according to the company.

Meanwhile, the shape of the Phyllotaxis panel takes its inspiration from the 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.

The shape of the Voronoi 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.

The original Voronoi cell contour and these curves are the base for an operational 'patching' that provides a characteristic cell tessellation.

The shape of the Fourier 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.

The shape of the Fibonacci 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.

Finally, the shape of the Moire 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 Moire effect on the surface of the panel.

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