Protecting Your Color Vision and Color Trends 2022
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the four main ingredients in paint and explain the benefits of high-quality pigments and resins.
- Recognize the limitations of color matching due to the differences in ingredients and color prescriptions and how this impacts the appearance of paint applied to a substrate.
- Provide examples that illustrate the relationship between material costs and labor costs, and the impact of specifying premium products.
- Distinguish between a detailed paint schedule and a paint schedule that leaves room for interpretation and substitu
Credits:
This course is approved as a Structured Course
This course can be self-reported to the AANB, as per their CE Guidelines
Approved for structured learning
Approved for Core Learning
This course can be self-reported to the NLAA
Course may qualify for Learning Hours with NWTAA
Course eligible for OAA Learning Hours
This course is approved as a core course
This course can be self-reported for Learning Units to the Architectural Institute of British Columbia
In Protecting Your Color Vision, the key ingredients in paint will be discussed to provide valuable information on what differentiates one paint product from the next, and the benefits of using paints that are produced with advanced technology and premium ingredients. These benefits are illustrated through real-life examples and a case study that demonstrates why choosing premium paint over conventional paint will impact projects in several ways. Likewise, the importance of writing detailed paint schedules is discussed to protect your projects and bring your vision to life in the way it was intended. Finally, we will cover the influences that led to the development of the Color Trends 2022 palette and the Color of the Year with a focus on creativity and individuality expressed through color.
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Andrea Magno is the Director of Color Marketing & Development for Benjamin Moore, North America’s favorite paint, color and coatings brand. As part of the Benjamin Moore Color Studio, Andrea plays an integral role in the development of color tools, and color and design research that further positions Benjamin Moore as a color and product leader for both professionals and consumers. During her tenure at Benjamin Moore, Andrea has been intimately involved in various aspects of color, interior design and the paint industry. She has played an integral role in the development and advancement of designer and architect-focused events, educational programs and trend research. Andrea serves as a reference on color and design inspiration for a variety of publications, including Apartment Therapy, Better Homes, Chicago Tribune, Country Living, Durability & Design, Family Circle, HGTV Magazine, Refinery29, Real Simple, The Wall Street Journal, USA Today and more. Andrea began her career at Christie’s Auction house in the European Furniture Department and later was a part of numerous high-end residential design projects while working at Ingrao, Inc. in New York City. She graduated from Lafayette College with a BA in Art History and English, and earned a degree in Interior Design with high distinction from the New York School of Interior Design. Andrea also earned her MBA at the University of Scranton. She is an allied member of ASID and an industry member of IIDA. |
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Founded in 1883, Benjamin Moore is North America’s favorite paint, color and coatings brand. A leading manufacturer of premium quality residential and commercial coatings, Benjamin Moore maintains a relentless commitment to innovation and sustainable manufacturing practices. The portfolio spans the brand’s flagship paint lines including Aura®, Regal® Select, Ultra Spec®, ben®, Advance®, and more. Benjamin Moore is renowned for its expansive color collection of more than 3,500 colors, and its design tools for consumers and professionals alike, including the Benjamin Moore Color Portfolio™ app. Benjamin Moore paints are available exclusively from 7,500 locally owned and operated paint, decorating and hardware retailers throughout the United States and Canada as well as 75 countries globally. |
