Enhancing Building Aesthetics with StoColor System
Sto offers a comprehensive range of materials designed to enhance the energy efficiency and aesthetic appeal of buildings. Their portfolio includes insulated facade systems, interior paints and plasters, acoustic systems, floor coatings, and concrete restoration solutions. Central to their offering is the StoColor System, a coordinate-based color system featuring over 1,400 shades specifically curated for both exterior facades and interior spaces.
Extensive Color Options
The StoColor System comprises 1000 color shades tailored for facades, 225 shades for interior applications, and more than 240 lacquer and wood stain shades. Drawing inspiration from the color wheel, the system encompasses 72 color areas, 24 natural white nuances, 6 black tones, and a range of 48 grey graduations. This diverse palette allows architects and designers to explore a multitude of compositions and color schemes to suit their project requirements.
Utilizing the Color System
Sto provides a variety of color tools including fans, cards, boxes, and downloadable files compatible with popular illustration software like Adobe Photoshop and SketchUp. These tools facilitate the selection and visualization of colors, enabling designers to experiment with different shades and combinations to achieve their desired aesthetic.
Professional Color Analysis
In addition to color selection tools, Sto offers professional resources to analyze the Light Reflectance Value (LRV) and Total Solar Reflectance (TSR) of their materials. LRV indicates the brightness of a color, while TSR describes its solar reflection capability. Understanding these values helps architects and designers choose suitable Sto materials for specific applications, ensuring optimal performance and longevity.
Digital Resources
For digital design workflows, Sto provides a range of digital resources featuring the StoColor System palette. These resources are available in various formats and can be integrated into digital design software for visualization and modeling purposes. Additionally, textures compatible with physically-based rendering scans of Sto surfaces allow for photorealistic rendering, enhancing the design process.
Requesting Physical Samples
Recognizing the limitations of screen colors and monitor calibration, Sto encourages architects and designers to request physical samples for a more accurate representation of colors. These samples can be viewed in different lighting conditions and taken to site, facilitating decision-making and ensuring the chosen colors meet the project’s requirements.
StoColor System empowers architects and designers with a versatile color palette and comprehensive resources to create visually stunning and functional building environments. Whether designing exterior facades or interior spaces, StoColor System provides the tools and flexibility needed to bring design visions to life.
