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Setting Your Brand Up for Success in 2025

Branding and Materials, Marketing, Branding, Brand, Trends, Decorative Trim, Name Plates/Logos, Design, Functional Components, Finishes, Textures

The new year is a fresh start for many, whether your resolutions are to read more, tackle a new fitness goal or spend...

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BRAND SUCCESS in white colored font; 2025 written underneath in bold gold font with a white border. both lines of text have a light gray background color

Enhance Brand Value with Elevated Appliance Aesthetics

Branding and Materials, Marketing, Branding, Brand, Aluminum, Trends, Stainless Steel, Decorative Trim, Name Plates/Logos, Design, Appliance, Functional Components, Finishes, Textures

The kitchen is the heart of the home - where families come together, celebrate, and create memories. With the holiday...

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collage of physical samples that are seen in major appliances. kenmore elite square badge with matte and polish contrasts. whirlpool logo with recessed black paint fill and raised chrome border and gold accent ring. thin metal letters for BOSCH and the iconic hammer logo. red machined spin cut end cap for kitchenaid

LaFrance Honors Those Who Serve

Veterans

At LaFrance, we are proud to stand alongside the brave men and women who have served in our nation's military. This...

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silhouette of soldier saluting with a collage of oakley icons that represent branches of the military and EMS - special forces, camouflage

Trend Alert: Mother of Pearl

Branding and Materials, Marketing, Branding, Electroform, Brand, Trends, Decorative Trim, Name Plates/Logos, Eyewear, Design, Functional Components, Finishes, Textures

In the continually evolving landscape of design and branding, staying ahead of trends is crucial for capturing consumer...

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Mother of pearl aesthetics shown in a metal part shaped like a circle. Rose Gold colored mother of pearl shaped like the letter "C" for Costa next to rose gold colored Costa sunglasses.

Capabilities of Contrasting Finishes

Zinc, Materials, Branding and Materials, Branding, Electroform, Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Plastic, Decorative Trim, Name Plates/Logos, Functional Components, Finishes, Textures, Chemical Etching, Laser Etching, Tonal Etching, Metal

In today’s competitive marketplace, finding unique ways to differentiate your product is essential. How can a brand...

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Background of collage is brushed finishes in varying directions at different angles. The foreground includes a collage of metal nameplates. Square with Kenmore Elite high polished text and a sandblast finish on the rest of the part. A slated rectangle with a knurled textured in the background painted dark blue with raised high polished bright chrome letters that say CCM. A narrow rectangle with a leather texture in the background painted black with raised text in high polish bright chrome that says Signature Hardware. A circle that has a spin cut design in the center radiating out painted black with raised letters in the center that say AKG.

Energize Your Brand – Tips for Incorporating Bright Accents

Branding and Materials, Branding, Sheet Plastic, Electroform, Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Plastic, Decorative Trim, Electronics, Name Plates/Logos, Eyewear, Appliance, Sporting Goods, Functional Components

In the world of design, color is not just a decorative element—it is a powerful tool that can influence emotions,...

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collage of brightly colored parts - rainbow goodr logo; pink, blue, green, gold, and orange circle insert for popsocket, black and white striped background with colorful flowers, gray lacrosse branded insert with neon yellow accent colors, plumeria with bright pink, orange, and silver

Illuminate Your Brand: The Power of Backlit Designs

Branding and Materials, Branding, Electroform, Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Combination, Metal Letters, Plastic, Decorative Trim, Automotive, Electronics, Rubber, Motorcycle, Name Plates/Logos, Appliance, Functional Components, Construction & Agriculture, Backlighting, Electric Vehicles

Make your brand shine in today’s competitive market. Illuminated design aesthetics are making a significant impact...

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Collage of branded nameplates that have either the perimeter backlit with a light source coming through, or their text is backlit so light shines through. A mix of plastic and various metals like stainless steel, aluminum, and electroform.

Trend Alert - Transcending Geometries

Branding and Materials, Marketing, Branding, Brand, Trends, Decorative Trim, Name Plates/Logos, Design, Functional Components, Finishes, Textures

Geometric shapes and intricate patterns are design trends that continue to influence brand aesthetics across all...

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Collage of parts that all feature a geometric pattern or texture on the surface. Spheres, circles, rubix patterns, linear waves, semicircles.

Patriotic Pride – Homegrown Design Solutions

Zinc, Manufacturing, Aluminum, Trends, Plastic, Decorative Trim, Name Plates/Logos, Core Values, Culture, Functional Components, Finishes

With July 4th just this past week, hot dogs and fireworks are still top of mind for many. Along with the nostalgic...

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collage of red, white, and blue americana themed nameplates - Carrier, Coleman, York, Friedrich, Oakley, Polo Ralph Lauren, olympics, with american glad faded in background.

Second Surface – Under-Glass Aesthetics

Zinc, Materials, Branding and Materials, Marketing, Branding, Electroform, Brand, Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Plastic, Decorative Trim, Name Plates/Logos, Design, Metal

Much like the phrase “you can’t judge a book by its cover,” the same rings true for under-glass aesthetics in...

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collage of branded logos showing lens effect on top surface and depth and dimension with layering of textures and colors underneath

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