Breaking the Standards: 10 Architects Who Are Daring in their Color Palettes

Colors are much more than just aesthetics. They can tamper with the sensations a space conveys, how we perceive the environment, and even comfort issues. With so many factors that they can influence, using them is not an easy task, and that is why many architects choose to stick with the classic white, grayscale, or even exposed materials to avoid any possible visual conflict. However, some architectural practices dare to use bold color palettes and create unique works that stand out precisely because of how colors help compose the project.

Breaking the Standards: 10 Architects Who Are Daring in their Color Palettes
Serpentine Pavilion 2015 / Selgascano. Image: © Laurian Ghinitoiu Serpentine Pavilion 2015 / Selgascano. Image: © Laurian Ghinitoiu

Colors are much more than just aesthetics. They can tamper with the sensations a space conveys, how we perceive the environment, and even comfort issues. With so many factors that they can influence, using them is not an easy task, and that is why many architects choose to stick with the classic white, grayscale, or even exposed materials to avoid any possible visual conflict. However, some architectural practices dare to use bold color palettes and create unique works that stand out precisely because of how colors help compose the project.

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