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The accidental alchemists and their magical materials

The accidental alchemists and their magical materials

Creativity and technical innovation have propelled these brothers to the forefront of an unusual field.

Kris and Kim Torma in the Axolotl showroom. Louise Kennerley

'Right now it's greys and silvers ... nickel, zinc, pewter,” says Kris Torma. “Brass and copper go in and out of favour – they always come back. But bronze … well, bronze is forever.”

Torma and his brother know a little about trends. Back in 1995, their company, Axolotl, pioneered a technique for applying semi-precious metals to any surface, any size, any shape.

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Stephen ClarkSenior designerStephen Clark was a senior designer at The Australian Financial Review.

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Original URL: https://www.afr.com/life-and-luxury/design/the-accidental-alchemists-and-their-magical-materials-20200629-p5579m