New Collection of Seven Curated Finishes Responds to Architectural Call for Landmark Elegance
DAVIDSON, N.C. – April 14, 2026 – 3A Composites Americas, the leader in architectural aluminum cladding, is proud to announce the launch of the ALUCOBOND® PLUS Matte Series: Perspectives in Design. This new collection of seven stunning finishes is in direct response to evolving global design trends, marking a significant shift in the architectural community toward more refined aesthetics.
The Matte Series was developed following extensive market research and feedback from the architectural and fabrication community. The overwhelming response was a call for an elevated, organic finish with reduced gloss and 3A Composites is responding with this curated collection. Titled Perspectives in Design, the series features seven finishes—Ecru, Dune, Earthen, Pebble, Flint, Eclipse and Aegean—each meant to serve as a different “lens” through which to view and define the built environment.
“The ALUCOBOND® PLUS Matte Series is a direct reflection of our commitment to aligning our portfolio with the evolving needs of the architectural community,” said Debbie Sulewski, director, product management and marketing, 3A Composites Americas.“Our research highlighted a clear global movement toward materials that deliver a more subtle and sophisticated color palette and more natural aesthetic. We continue to strive to provide architects with a trend-forward design vision that will stand the test of time, while also meeting historical performance characteristics that meet IBC standards.”
Beyond its visual appeal, the series supports sustainable building goals as all components of the material are 100% recyclable following separation, offering a reliable path toward LEED certification without compromising on fire safety or durability.
The introduction of the Matte Series increases the company’s offering of ALUCOBOND® PLUS standard finishes to a total of 86. Beyond this portfolio, 3A Composites continues to support unique architectural visions with nearly unlimited custom finish capabilities.
The Seven Lenses of the Matte Series:
- Ecru (The Artist’s Vision): A versatile neutral with yellow undertones that balances cool and warm palettes, allowing architectural details to take center stage.
- Eclipse (The Explorer’s Gaze): An “off-black” that captures the quiet drama of shadow, anchoring materials and sharpening architectural lines.
- Earthen (The Craftsman’s Focus): A rich, grounding terracotta that captures a sunbaked clay hue and the authenticity of handmade materials.
- Dune (The Traveler’s View): A soft sand tone inspired by coastal landscapes, offering natural refinement and warmth.
- Pebble (The Innovator’s Eye): A distinguished, balanced neutral positioned between white and charcoal, embodying modern clarity without sterility.
- Flint (The Observer’s Perspective): A mid-tone gray inspired by natural stone, providing strength and depth without heaviness.
- Aegean (The Helper’s Lens): A deep, tranquil color capturing the meeting of sea and sky, evoking a sense of expansive calm and character.
This evolution in the ALUCOBOND® portfolio ensures that fabrication partners and the architectural community have immediate access to the trends currently shaping the global building landscape.
About 3A Composites
3A Composites is a leading producer of materials for the metal facades market. Since 1969, the company has been developing, manufacturing and marketing high-quality aluminum composite panels, structural composite material, plastic sheets and lightweight foam boards for the architecture, visual communication and transport and commercial building industries.
The 3A Composites Americas headquarters is located in Davidson, North Carolina. Its U.S.-based manufacturing facility is located in Benton, KY, where has been produced for over 50 years for use in the architectural and building cladding industries.. For more information call 1-800-626-3365, email info.usa@3AComposites.com or visit www.alucobondUSA.com.
