JUNE 2016 ISSUE 34 inex-online.com Download the Inex app for iPhone, iPad and Android. Search ‘Inex-online’
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Interior Designer Peter Staunton talks to Inex about what initiated his sudden career change from the events management industry
Inex explores Katie Paterson and Zeller & Moye’s installation for the University of Bristol’s Life Sciences building
Following 2016’s Design Guild Mark awards, Inex rounds up the winners for this year’s awards from a total of 19 recipients
Architect Ben van Berkel’s Circle sofa, inspired by the Mercedes-Benz museum in Stuttgart, highlights how far office design has come
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Top left: Ben van Berkel’s Circle sofa forms an interaction of convex and concave forms Cover: Jo Wilton & Mirka Grohn’s Core collection’s airy design combines an aesthetic of British wit and Nordic simplicity Top: Inex talks to Interior Designer Peter Staunton about his successful career change and how he has built-up his luxury family business Above: Inex takes a look at Mr De Palatinat’s DNA staircase for a luxury apartment located in Monaco
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INSPIRE Inex rounds up the winners of 2016’s Design Guild Mark Awards from its ceremony during Clerkenwell Design Week at the Goldsmith’s Centre.
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INSIGHT A look into the life of Interior Designer Peter Staunton and how he has transformed his family’s business into a luxury design studio.
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EXRATED Inex showcases Zeller & Moye and Katie Paterson’s installation for the University of Bristol’s Life Sciences building, Hollow.
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EXPOSE UNStudio’s Founder Ben van Berkel’s Circle sofa, inspired by the design of the MercedesBenz museum in Stuttgart, has been designed with six individual elements to enable users to build numerous variations of relaxation.
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EXTERIOR PRODUCTS Extex advises readers on the key exterior trends to look out for this summer, including bringing the indoors out to create luxury external schemes for clients.
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PAINTS Crown Paints talks to Inex about key colour trends to look out for this spring and summer, including its Sun-drenched City colour palette.
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RESTAURANT Solus Ceramics has helped to deliver the Gourmet Burger Kitchen’s new design for its Earls Court branch.
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NEW DESIGNERS PREVIEW The New Designers show returns for its 31st edition at the Business Design Centre in London.
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RENEWABLES Naomi Doran of Stoke Newingtonbased Relicreation talks to Inex about the importance of including renewable designs within interior schemes.
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STAIRCASES/BALUSTRADES Inex takes a look at Mr De Palatinat’s DNA staircase for a luxury apartment located in Monaco, created by staircase manufacturer, EeStairs.
Top left: Katie Paterson and Zeller & Moye’s Hollow installation comprises 10,000 pieces of wood from
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Design Miami/ Basel Messe Basel, Switzerland 14-19 June Design Miami/ brings together the most influential collectors, gallerists, designers, curators and critics from around the world. The fair is more than a marketplace for design. The world’s top galleries will gather to present museum-quality exhibitions of 20th and 21st century furniture and lighting. designmiami.com ArDe Somerset House, London 5-12 June ArDe is a new annual international fair that for the first time unites the disciplines of architecture, landscape, design, public art, property development and technology. ArDe will showcase high-end sustainable design, thinking and craftsmanship in furniture, lighting, bathrooms, kitchens, flooring, fabrics, decor, appliances, objects and accessories. ardelondon.com
NeoCon The Mart, Chicago 13-15 June NeoCon is the largest commercial interiors show in North America. The show has been taking place at The Merchandise Mart in Chicago since 1969. NeoCon today remains the premier platform for connecting, learning and doing business in the industry. The threeday event attracts nearly 50,000 design professionals and showcases more than 700 leading companies. neocon.com
Gardener’s World Live NEC, Birmingham 16-19 June This year’s show sees some of the most impressive show gardens yet. BBC Gardeners’ World Live Theatre stage boasts a prestigious line-up of Monty Don, Alan Titchmarsh, Carol Klein and Joe Swift. In addition, Birmingham School of Architecture and Design’s faculty for landscaping will be producing a show garden. bbcgardenersworldlive.com Affordable Art Fair Lower Fairground Site, Hampstead 16-19 June The Affordable Art Fair will play host to over 100 galleries, showcasing an eclectic mix of contemporary artworks from over 1000 artists. Serious collectors, first time buyers and families alike will have the opportunity to view the impressive selection of works on show and invest in their very own piece of art. affordableartfair.com
The HOUSE Fair Olympia, London 22-25 June Visitors to The HOUSE Fair will find over 100 inspiring brands from kitchens, lighting and furniture, to floor and wall coverings, decorative accessories and even interior and garden design. The fair is a unique resource for specialist expertise, design excellence and unusual products. A celebration of great interior design, the HOUSE Fair is filled with curated rooms and inspirational displays and installations, plus practical advice from leading professionals and interior decorators. thehousefair.com
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On 26th May, Inex attended 2016’s Design Guild Mark awards at the Goldsmith’s Centre during Clerkenwell Design Week. Presented by Clerkenwell Design Week’s Director Will Knight, the awards were announced for a total of 19 recipients.
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he Design Guild Mark Awards promote excellence and raise the profile of British design and innovation. They recognise and reward designers working in Britain or British Designers working abroad. The awards demand the highest standards in the design of furniture for volume production. The Design Guild Mark is judged by a panel of leading industry professionals. Each member of the panel is from the furniture, hospitality, commercial, retail or media industry. Judges must ensure that each piece of furniture meets the criteria of: excellence in design, materials, manufacture and function. Chaired by Alexander Gifford, this year’s eminent judging panel were: Simon Alderson of INEX-ONLINE.COM
twentytwentyone, Jeremy Myerson of the Royal College of Art, Joanna Biggs of GA Design, Philippa Prinsloo of John Lewis, Barbara Chandler of the Evening Standard, Pernille Stafford of Resonate Interiors, Sebastian Conran of Sebastian Conran Associates, Paul Tanner of Marks & Spencer Furniture and Diana Monkhouse of SpaceInvader. The Design Guild Mark 2016 award recipients are as follows: The Loku range, designed by Shin Azumi for Case Furniture Making good use of the efficient methods of three-dimensional plywood technology, the Loku collection is moulded into shape by heating and pressing thin plywood veneer into tight curves to stiffen the material.
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The Flow Chair, designed by Tomoko Azumi for Ercol This striking contemporary design reflects Tomoko’s aim of improving daily life through design, form and functionality. The PILOT Chair for Knoll, designed by Edward Barber & Jay Osgerby PILOT is a simple, comfortable and lightweight seating system designed for home, work and contract use. As spaces have to accommodate both work and play, the flexibility of the PILOT range will suit all the user’s needs and preferences. Column Bookcases and the Magnus Chair, designed by Samuel Chan for Channels The Column Bookcase is a series of three tall structures, each resembling a stack of building blocks. The Magnus Chair is built from basic forms with interconnecting pieces of wood.
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The Sebastian Cox Kitchen by deVOL – a design collaboration between the deVOL design team and Sebastian Cox The new kitchen is a mix of everything that both Sebastian and deVOL are passionate about. It’s a culmination of good taste, modern innovation, traditional techniques and true inspiration. The Ashworth Desk, designed by Adam Daghorn for Conran, manufactured by Marks & Spencer The Ashworth Desk was an attempt to showcase the best of the Conran brand, whilst still ensuring the product could appeal to the M&S customer.
Marino Chair and Sofa, designed by Dylan Freeth for Ercol The Marino Chair, created in solid ash timber, references the qualities and features of Ercol’s design classics through considered design aesthetic. Nuno Chair, designed by Mark Gabbertas for Allermuir Nuno was borne out of a desire to approach a traditional design typology; the multipurpose stacking chair from a new perspective. The defining characteristic of the design is the use of the lamination itself as a structural component whereby the leg frame and the seat are integrated and interdependent, providing strength for each other.
William Dining Chair, designed by Mark Gabbertas for Gloster This chair is designed to fit like a glove. Light, powder coated frames carry the signature with curved teak slats that define the design language of William. Where your hands meet the frame, soft teak provides the touch.
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Eos range, designed by Matthew Hilton for Case Furniture Eos is a contemporary, lightweight, literally and visually, smartly proportioned and very comfortable collection. Its slim, clean lines make it a versatile choice for gardens, patios or outdoor spaces.
inspired by bridges found in Japanese gardens 10: The Sebastian Cox Kitchen by deVOL
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Hardy Chair, designed by David Irwin for Another Country Old Furniture, a poem by Thomas Hardy, is an ode to the beauty of furniture being handed down through generations and David Irwin’s Hardy chair is a classic in the making. Two chair typologies from the 19th century inspired its design. Firstly, the captain’s chair, originally a low-backed wooden armchair and secondly, the smoker’s bow, a low back windsor, often used in smoking rooms, public houses, barber’s shops and cottages.
versatile choice for external spaces 12: Shin Azumi’s Loku range is moulded into shape by heating and pressing thin plywood veneer into tight curves
The Planks collection, designed by Max Lamb for Benchmark Planks is all about working furniture. Its roots lie in the humble carpenter’s workbench and 17th and 18th century English country furniture such as boarded chests, box stools and dough troughs. Common to all, is the additional function of storage to which legs are attached, providing easily accessible storage and preventing clutter on the working surface. Quiet Bench hm 106, designed by Magnus Long for Hitch Mylius The original idea for the cantilevered, linear Quiet Bench came from watching how people mark-out zones for themselves on benches with their bags or books. Magnus found it an obvious observation and interesting to see how people use large flat seating spaces, especially from above where you can look down and see the different ‘territories’ marked out.
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Kyoto Bench system, designed by Morgan Studio for Morgan Inspired by Japanese gardens and bridges, this is a contemporary system of linear benches that interlock to create reception area seating. In Japanese gardens simplicity means the achievement of maximum effect with minimum means and asymmetry creates the impression of it being natural. 13: Adam Daghorn’s Ashworth Desk showcases the best of the Conran brand
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UNNIA chairs, designed by Simon Pengelly for Inclass The Jonathan Hindle Prize and John Makepeace Prize was awarded to Simon Pengelly for the UNNIA Chairs, which is a versatile and extensive collection of chairs with a unique mix and match concept of colours and finishes. The chair design allows the combination of different finishes and colours for the seats, backrests and frames. This means that endless combinations can be made. In addition, the collection offers chairs with a range of bases and frames that increase possibilities for customisation and allow a broad spectrum of use in all kinds of spaces, settings and decorative styles.
design typology 16: Edward Barber & Jay Osgerby’s PILOT Chair is a lightweight seating system 17: Tomoko Azumi’s Flow chair reflects
My Ami Range, designed by Alexander White for Heals Alexander White started this collection with simple geometry on paper. From these sketches ideas immerged which were then refined by further sketching. A rough scaled model soon followed to better understand the three-dimensional challenges of the folding mechanism.
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Above: One of Harbury Country House’s rooms was Hollywood-themed which includes the
Having originally trained in event management, Interior Designer Peter Staunton decided to retrain in the interior design sector and join his family’s business. Since his educational change, Peter has spent the last 10 years transforming the family business into a luxury design studio, Peter Staunton Interior Design.
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eter undertook an introductory interior design course at Chelsea College of Arts over 10 years ago, with his bold career change emerging from his love of design and the way design attributes to the way you can feel in different environments. Here, Inex talks to Peter Staunton about his successful career change and how he has built-up the luxury family business, gaining the trust of his clients. What inspired you to become an interior designer? It is inspiring to know that your design can bring various emotions out in people through the space and aesthetics of the environment. It is also inspiring how design can bring out the best in people and create positivity. INEX-ONLINE.COM
client’s Marilyn Monroe artwork Left: Peter undertook an introductory interior design course over 10 years ago
Who has been your biggest influence throughout your career? Lenny Kravitz, a strange one maybe but, with his growing interior design firm, Kravitz Design, and his general rock ‘n’ roll personal style – which carries over to every part of his life – I love that he obviously lives and breathes what he loves.
Above right: Peter offers clients an ‘edgier’ feel that is different from other designers Right: The clients for Leamington Town House travelled a lot, so creating a comfortable haven was paramount
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Do you have a signature style? I feel my style has a rock ‘n’ roll edge to it. That’s not to say every project is in any way the same or similar, or trying to create a ‘mock’ rock ‘n’ roll palace. It’s just to bring my clients an ‘edgier’ feel that is different from other designers, and bring them a bit of what I personally believe in. Where do you gain inspiration from for your designs? Everywhere. However, travelling is primarily where I find most inspiration as it is the best way to broaden your mind and horizons. I always find it fascinating how different cultures throughout the world can have such different designs and aesthetics. This continually proves that there are many ways to create amazing interiors, which is great for continually pushing our minds and design boundaries. How would you describe your design style? As mentioned, luxury rock ‘n’ roll chic is how I would sum up my style in a few words. This covers both classic and contemporary designs, as I love working on all periods and styles of properties. I have been brought up and raised around period properties, and with an Architect as a father and an Interior Designer as a mother, I have been exposed to various styles, ranging from classic period English to more contemporary designs. I lean more towards the contemporary side of things, but you can’t forget about the past, as that is what has brought us to now. Mixing can be a great aesthetic, but for me it’s about giving something an edgier look and finish.
What materials do you prefer to use in your designs? I like to use a mix of raw and refined materials as I believe life is about the juxtaposition of these two materials. I also believe these allow for longevity of design, as great design always transcends time. To achieve this, you need a good mix of the right materials to ensure the design is interesting enough to last. For example, this can be an antique mirror with smooth, soft velvet, aged wood with satin silk, or raw stone with soft supple leather or polished metals with concrete, finished with a mix of velvet and hair hide rugs. What do you enjoy most about designing country homes? The space it usually offers to work with. Although working with small spaces can be great fun and challenging to work with, larger open spaces offer the opportunity to create something more breathtaking. It is also challenging to ensure the space does not feel empty or hollow. For some rooms it needs to feel cosy, but not cluttered. Like all design, it’s all about proportions, flow and space and the right mix of materials to suit the client’s needs. INEX-ONLINE.COM
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the off-white John Lennon-inspired music garden room. Each pallet was chosen for each specific room, rather than trying to directly flow from one to the next. We did of course create some links between the rooms with background colours and flooring, but each room is very distinctive.
Above: Evidently, a different pallet was chosen for each room within Harbury Country House to give each space its own distinctive style Left: Each room at Harbury Country
Can you please describe the brief that you received for Harbury Country House? The brief was to deliver a design that would reference various classic style periods such as Art Deco, to give the house a contemporary update and twist, but also allowing for everyday family life. The client (like myself) loves various styles and period designs, and the test was to introduce and work with as many as possible, without them fighting against each INEX-ONLINE.COM
other. For example, one of the rooms was geographically themed, another was music based and another was Hollywood – including the client’s Marilyn Monroe artwork – and Art Deco. Evidently, a different pallet was chosen for each room to give each space its own distinctive style. Ranging from the silvers and blacks in the Art Deco-inspired dining room, to the dark hues of the Japanese/ Asian-inspired TV room, through to
What advice would you offer other interior designers designing a country house? Firstly, always listen carefully to the client and their brief as it is their money you are investing. You need to ensure you can deliver what is required and that you are both on the same page. Secondly, always look to bring your own style into the project as much as possible, as that should be why they are working with you. I personally think there are a lot of designers out there who just do as the client asks, but if you believe in what you do, then you should be influencing them in what needs to be done. Sometimes it may involve walking away from work, which can be really difficult to do, but surely it’s better than working on something
House is very distinctive Above right: Peter likes to use a mix a of raw and refined materials in his designs Right: Harbury Country House’s brief was to deliver a design that would reference various classic style periods
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that is not a reflection of you, or what you believe in. Specifically for country homes, anything goes, depending on what the brief is and what the client is open to. Can you please explain the brief you received for Lapworth Country Estate? To give the home a complete makeover to suit how the client lives. They had lived in the home for around five years, and although they had completed a number of tweaks in that time, they felt it was time to make serious changes to suit their current lifestyle. The couple spent most of their time with family, so utilising their home for various family social occasions was a big part of the brief. For example, they have four lounge areas, not for being extravagant, as the clients are actually far from that, but because they are privileged enough to have the space, they use each lounge space very differently. However, they took out their formal dining room, as that is not how they live, and changed that into a dedicated TV room. That is what I love about helping clients design their perfect home; it doesn’t have to follow suit or trends, it just needs to work for them. Although the project is still ongoing, the brief has been fulfilled for the client, fully utilising each of the spaces to their requirements. As we have been working on this for nearly two years, the client has gone from initially providing a brief for each room, to allowing
me total creative freedom. It’s great to know they have total trust in me, which is a key part of any designer. How did you fulfil the brief for Leamington Town House? The brief was to bring an eclectic mix of styles to suit the couple’s personalities, lifelong travels, artwork and love of music. This is seen in the various mix of furniture styles, from shabby chic, to sleek Italian, Moroccan and Asian influenced designs, but mainly through a mix of great colours and textures. The bedroom furnishings were designed around a Moroccan chandelier the client bought whilst on their travels. For this, we created large velvet curtains with heavily curved pelmets and beautiful metallic braid trims around the curved edges, which complements the chandelier. One of the guest bedrooms doubles as a music room, which is wrapped in Black Skull Flock Barbara Hulanicki wallpaper with red velvet furnishings applied with small black discs to represent vinyl. INEX-ONLINE.COM
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We also framed all of their original record artwork posters in black gloss to set the scene. It is a period property, so being sympathetic to this was also paramount. The house was gutted and started from scratch, it is very easy to scrap all of the original features rather than preserve – it’s great to keep the history of these buildings alive. The clients travel a lot with homes in London and Majorca and work long hours, so creating a comfortable haven was paramount. Can you please describe the brief that you received for the Stoneleigh Country House? The client wanted a very grownup aesthetic, with a sophisticated glamour, yet a comfortable setting. Although they entertain a lot, they also want to feel relaxed and comfortable day-to-day as they spend a lot of time at home when they are not travelling – they have had the luxury to retire early. They are not fond of bold colours, but INEX-ONLINE.COM
wanted to create bold statements with bold artwork, sculptures and strong masculine materials, but to flow from one zone to the other. They also wanted something that would stand the test of time, but allow them to add features further down the line. I think the photography of the house speaks for itself. Although I love colour, every time I see the pictures I think it looks as good today as it did when it was installed, and will never date. What can we expect to see from Peter Staunton Interior Design this year? I am currently working on a furniture line that I am hoping to bring to the market. Although I design and produce various bespoke pieces of furniture for my clients, I intend to have a branded line of furniture that can be delivered worldwide. I am also planning on having a second office in London, as I feel London is the world hub for design right now. peterstaunton.co.uk «
Above: With an Architect as a father and an Interior Designer as a mother, Peter has been exposed to various styles Left: The brief for Leamington Town House was to bring an eclectic mix of styles to suit the couple’s personalities
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Out of the woods Situated in The Royal Fort Gardens of the University of Bristol’s Life Sciences building, sits a collaborative piece of artwork from Architects, Zeller & Moye and Artist, Katie Paterson. The wooden structure, known as ‘Hollow’, comprises 10,000 pieces of wood from 10,000 tree species from every corner of the globe.
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Opposite: Externally, a large wooden block can slide out to close the opening during night time Below left: Zeller & Moye went through a three year design process with Katie to produce Hollow Left: The duo aimed to maintain original colours, textures and smells of each piece Below: The outside posts are similar to heavy tree trunks Bottom: The beauty of Hollow is its ability to subtly change from day to day and season to season
Collaboration It became clear to Katie through the research and development process that she was hitting a brick wall when it came to envisioning the form. She explains: “I work with ideas, and physical things, but not threedimensional space. That’s when I approached Zeller & Moye, and the project really took off.” Zeller & Moye was able to work with the idea of the ‘miniature forest’ and take it to an entirely new place; an immersive form that visitors could enter into. Together the duo looked at grottos, caves in the landscape, crystalline underground structures and Zen gardens – a landscape miniaturised. Hollow went through a number of design phases before becoming what it is today – an intimate space that surrounds the visitor physically and through their imagination and senses. Scents, colours and origin The core of the artwork was to bring together tree life from space and time; to encompass the globe. Hollow contains species from almost every country on earth. Fossils have been embedded in the floor area, which go back over 400 million years to a time when the first forests began to grow. The scent inside Hollow is transporting, and the colours and textures are vibrant. Specifiers can gaze into the intricate clusters of wood, through the stalactites and stalactite forms, through the dappled light that mirrors a INEX-ONLINE.COM
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Above: The interior is like stepping inside the hollow of a tree Left: Around 90% of the wood collection arrived in the standard ‘International Wood Collector’ dimension
Around 90% of the wood collection arrived in the standard ‘International Wood Collector’ dimension – around the size of a pocket book. The duo squared off and sanded every single piece, the larger logs were cut to mirror these shapes and sizes, with profiles ranging from 9 x 9mm to 400 x 400mm.
– around the size of a pocket book Top right: Zeller & Moye was able to work with the idea of the ‘miniature forest’ and take it to an entirely new place
forest canopy. The beauty of Hollow is its ability to subtly change from day to day and season to season. Every single piece of wood was meticulously catalogued before construction. Visitors to Hollow will soon be able to visit Hollow’s website and explore all the 10,000 species – their names, origins and stories. Internal design The inner space is like a capsule inside the raw shell. The two layers INEX-ONLINE.COM
are disconnected by an air cavity and a protection layer keeping the inside safe from the weather. In addition, a large wooden block can slide out to close the opening during night time. Internally all the wood is in its natural state – the exterior Douglas Fir and all 10,000 interior pieces. The floor has had a light natural oiling, to protect it from the numerous footsteps over time to come. Otherwise, it was very important to leave the wood as it is, directly from the tree.
Right:The duo squared off and sanded every single piece Far right: Hollow will slow down a visitor by stimulating their five senses
The process Zeller & Moye went through a threeyear design process with Katie. The duo began with one design, but half way through the process they noticed that the majority of the wood pieces that they had been collecting through donations were much smaller than they expected. Zeller & Moye explains: “As the wood collection started growing, the dimensions of the wood pieces changed the design and led us to shrink the project to half of the original. “We found the idea of the stalactites and stalagmites very successful as an arrangement for the wood pieces all around the interior cave-like space.”
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Since the beginning, the duo had clear visions that the woods should be displayed in their natural form, without the application of any finish or treatment. The duo aimed to maintain original colours, textures and smells of each piece. “Hollow will slow down a visitor by stimulating their five senses,” explains Zeller & Moye. “Similar to walking through a forest dappled with light, it allows visitors to see the huge diversity of tones without the use of artificial light.” Instead of aiming for a fully sealed shell, the duo accepted that wood is a natural material that will grow and shrink throughout the year, the colour will fade to elegant silver, and the northern face might potentially grow moss over time. Hollow should gradually become more and more part of the park landscape.
The complex assembly of the thousands of woods has been arranged as a compressed space of only 2m2, just enough for one or two persons to enter allowing for an intimate experience with the natural material. Composition and production In order to understand the complexity of the interior, the duo worked with a detailed 3D model containing the 10,000 pieces of wood. This model was the guide for the construction process until the completion of the piece. The outer composition, that
resembles a miniature forest, occupies the entire so-called ‘Alcove’, an area of 300m2. The majority of Hollow, and especially the interior, was prepared and assembled offsite in a workshop. It was craned in place in just half a day, followed by the individual posts of the miniature forest being installed onsite. Hollow has come about through a rich collaborative experience between Katie Paterson and Zeller & Moye and their incredible vision of mapping these ideas into space. katiepaterson.org « zellermoye.com « hollow.org.uk « INEX-ONLINE.COM
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Inspired by the design of the Mercedes-Benz museum in Stuttgart, Germany, Ben van Berkel’s Circle sofa forms an interaction of convex and concave forms with contrasting colours of the intersection underlining its sculptural character.
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esigned by UNStudio’s Founder and Principal Architect Ben van Berkel, the unique shapes comprising this state-of-the-art sofa are completely adaptable. Ben has designed Circle for office spaces, providing a place for informal working and lounging, in keeping with the on-trend ‘wellbeing in the workplace’ ethos carried out by many of today’s corporate companies. A travel back in time to a 1950s traditional office space would showcase a corporate setting accompanied with a mist of grey standard furnishings. However, as typewriters began to be replaced with computers this all began to change. Today’s corporate companies seek innovative furnishings
and sleek interiors, showcasing the creativity and uniqueness behind their brands. The Circle showcases how far the design of the office has come over recent years, with angles of inclination, adaptable backrests and seating areas that allow users to sit upright or decline into a lounge position, attributing to wellbeing.
Above: The Circle showcases how far the design of the office has come Below: Circle is produced from a steel construction frame, with the corpus produced from a foam-moulded cold cure foam Above right: Ben has produced six individual elements to enable users to build numerous variations of relaxation Right: Ben has designed the Circle in a variety of vibrant colours
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Ben has produced six individual elements within this design to enable users to build numerous variations of relaxation. The Circle has been designed by Ben to extend to the client’s needs. With no limitations for addons, the Circle enables clients to build-up the sofa to create a focal point of the room and provide a place for staff to work collaboratively, or relax for break out areas. Circle is produced from a steel construction frame, with the corpus produced from a foam-moulded cold cure foam enabling its organic flowing shape. Ben has designed Circle’s frame with a metal frame as it is lighter than wooden frames and eliminates the need for any springing or suspensions to be incorporated within the design. Ben explains: “Particularly for modern designs of upholstered furniture, metal frames are used as a base frame or as a steel inlay.” Ben has designed the Circle in a variety of vibrant colours to underline its sculptural character, providing its aesthetics with an enhanced three-dimensional effect. Described by Ben as “More of a sculpture than typical office furniture”, he has still ensured this design takes on
typical wear-and-tear that office furniture endures, by using fabrics with an elastic content that are particularly durable for office environments. Ben believes that a sofa used within an office premises should serve as a living and working space, a place where workers can answer their emails, open their mail, surf the net, read documents and write. As he explains: “We
see the sofa as an object in a room, an architectural element; positioned centrally within a room, open to a whole range of possible connections. Because a sofa is not only just there for relaxation.” First designed and presented at Salone Internazionale del Mobile in 2005 in Milan, Circle’s design has been consistent since the day of its inception. walterknoll.de/en « INEX-ONLINE.COM
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Bring the indoors out With summer only just around the corner, we’re all looking forward to finally being able to spend more time outside in our gardens. Whether your clients enjoy dining al fresco or simply relaxing outdoors, it’s easy to create a comfortable and practical outdoor living space with stylish outdoor upholstery fabrics and cushions.
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xtex has seen a key trend for summer 2016; the combination of a passionate and contrasting mix of energetic oranges, acidic shades of greens and blues and rich rustic dark tones. The trend for marrying interior trends with outdoor spaces has grown and Extex has illustrated this in its water repellent fabric collections, which all combine outstanding performance with a sumptuous feel. Bringing the indoors out is another key trend this summer. Decorating external spaces with beautiful soft furnishings and decorative accessories such as candles and lanterns will create a luxury external scheme for your clients. Whatever the size of the outdoor space, it’s possible to create a relaxing haven where your clients can sit back and enjoy the sunshine. INEX-ONLINE.COM
Whether you are looking to add vibrance to a small balcony, a patio or a large garden area, there are a variety of fabrics available on the market in many textures and patterns that can enhance external spaces. Embossed fabrics, richly textured fabrics, sumptuous plain chenilles and glamorous glow in the dark decorative patterns are just some of the exterior trends available this summer. These fabrics can be used for upholstering garden furniture, or simply to add an accent colour and decorative
touch to outdoor living areas, guaranteed to create a stylish and inviting ambience for outdoor spaces. Ensuring gardens and terraces are as stylishly accessorised as home interiors is a key element for an external scheme. Scatter cushions are a great way to create your own ‘tropical paradise’ and pairing these cushions with colourful tableware, cutlery and napkins will create a stand out scheme. Including exotic plants within external spaces can also provide an on-trend botanical backdrop for external seating and eating areas. Whether your client is a regular host for summer soirees, garden parties or simply enjoys relaxing outdoors, a line of draped cafe or string lights along fences and around trees can create a luxury external atmosphere. Glow in the dark fabric is perfect for a variety in upholstery and will come to life at night with a stunning neon effect. Extex’s glow in the dark ‘Solar’ appears as a subtle tone-on-tone patterned fabric by day, to blend in with existing interior schemes, transforming
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Above left: Decorating external spaces with beautiful, soft furnishings and decorative accessories such as candles and lanterns will create a luxury external scheme Above: Fabrics can be used for upholstering garden furniture or simply to add an accent colour and decorative touch to outdoor living areas Left: Ensuring gardens and terraces are as
into a striking and fun luminescent galaxy at night. Glow in the dark fabric is printed with ink that contains photo-luminescent particles, which utilises solar energy to absorb light when exposed and emits light when surroundings are darkened, glowing in the dark for several hours after five to thirty minutes of exposure to lights or natural sunlight. Another trend Extex has witnessed for summer 2016 is the alluring ambience of Moroccan medinas and spicefilled souks. This trend comprises cool blue hues of the purest turquoise, to majestic purple and pinks. Beautiful, textured plain fabrics and sparkle-infused designs guarantee to add a twinkle of exotic charm to any indoor or outdoor space and add a decorative Moroccan and metallic touch to courtyards, gardens and terraces. extex.co.uk «
stylishly accessorised as home interiors is a key element for an external scheme Above right: Scatter cushions are a great way to create your own ‘tropical paradise’ Right: Another trend Extex has witnessed is the alluring ambience of Moroccan medinas and spice-filled souks
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28 PAINTS
Putting shades in the picture for design professionals Crown Paints’ Sun-drenched City colour palette comprises layers of yellow teamed with hints of pinks and greens, radiating optimism and cheer to inspire thoughts of warm, long summer days. This palette is one of three curated by Crown Paints under its Colour Influences programme, providing useful content for designers and architects in the form of trend forecasting for spring/summer 2016.
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ith a focus on spring/ summer and autumn/winter collections, Colour Influences showcases the shades that will shape the professional interior and exterior environments in the future, with Crown Paints’ team of colour specialists curating a series of stunning palettes. Injecting creativity As well as Sun-drenched City for spring/summer 2016, Crown Paints’ team of colour specialists have two other stunning palettes, Light and Shade and Shimmer, each featuring exciting options that enable specifiers to inject creativity into their projects. This year, as a collective, the look is pared down with simple styling, a focus on colour, application and texture and from the viewpoint that ‘less is more’. Spring/summer remains a light collection, but the brights are not as bright as previous years and instead take on a chalkier finish. An expert view The Colour Influences panel is made up of colour consultants, colour specialists and designers, who bring their knowledge and creativity together to explore the influences that will inspire colour trends in the year ahead. All have worked together to ensure that Sun-drenched City, Light and Shade and Shimmer all inspire bold ideas in professional interiors. Crown Paints Colour Specialist, Jemma Saunders, who is a member of the Colour Influences panel, said: “Sun-drenched City is the most vibrant of the three influences for spring/summer with ochres and mustard yellows balanced by softer quieter tones. “As the name suggests, Sundrenched City is inspired by a bustling urban city; a warmer climate. The outcome is dry textures, graphic prints, energy and overall a palette of colours which should not work together but somehow do.
Left: Shimmer reinterprets how pastels are used by exploring the relationship between light, colour and texture Above: Light and Shade, features a distinctly architectural edge and is defined by light and dark shades
“Mustards, pinks and greys are combined to form a complex but balanced collection. Bold linear forms of black are included to add definition and hint at the Memphis design style. Ultimately, Sundrenched City is a loose, playful trend and brings about a sense of fun.” Crown Colour Consultant, Neville Knott, a Lecturer, Broadcaster and Head of Interior Design at the Dublin Institute of Technology,
is also a member of the Colour Influences team. Speaking about Sun-drenched City, he commented: “This palette combines Memphis design tones such as pastel pink and mustard yellow. It is bold and daring with graphic shades defined in strong colour blocks. “Warm, earthy shades are contrasted with cool, deep greys and highlighted with pink and green for a sophisticated lively interior scheme.” INEX-ONLINE.COM
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Colour choice The second palette, Light and Shade, features a distinctly architectural edge and is defined by light and dark shades, which form an oppositional palette of rich browns and chalky tones. Precision and contrast underpin this look, in particular the subtle interplay between light and shadow that occurs as extremely deep and pale colours meet and merge. Shimmer, the third and final palette, reinterprets how pastels INEX-ONLINE.COM
are used by exploring the relationship between light, colour and texture, featuring hard and soft colours mixed with opaque and transparent surfaces. As natural light moves around a room throughout the day, the subtleties of each of these effects comes into play. The colours are available in many of the professional products within the company’s Crown Trade, Sadolin and Sandtex Trade brands. The Colour Trends programme is
Above: Sundrenched City is the most vibrant of the three influences for spring/summer with ochres and mustard yellows balanced by softer quieter tones
part of a series of initiatives from Crown Paints designed to give specifiers access to colour expertise and inspiration for their projects. A key element is the Crown Paints’ Colour Services Team. Accessed through Crown Paints’ Specification Services team, Colour Services experts are on hand to offer assistance to professional customers of Crown Paints looking to make an impact in public and private environments alike. crownpaintspec.co.uk «
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Savour the taste London’s fashionable Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea district is home to a newly-refurbished restaurant. Adding flavour to the Gourmet Burger Kitchen’s Earls Court, moreno:masey Architecture sought the help of tile supplier Solus Ceramics to deliver a restaurant showcasing the latest design trends.
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estaurant chain Gourmet Burger Kitchen carries out regular refurbishment projects across all of its restaurants within its portfolio, ensuring the latest design trends are utilised to offer its customers unique and visually appealing dining spaces. With this in mind, the decision was made that Gourmet Burger Kitchen’s popular Earls Court restaurant was to be refreshed with an eye-catching makeover to update the brand image and create further space for additional tables. moreno:masey Architecture, an innovative interior design practice that has built-up a strong INEX-ONLINE.COM
working relationship with Gourmet Burger Kitchen over five years, offering Gourmet Burger Kitchen’s customers fresh and vibrant dining spaces, oversaw the design of the refurbishment. With Gourmet Burger Kitchen’s restaurant located on a busy street corner within Earls Court, moreno:masey Architecture wanted to ensure the interior design was of such appeal that passers-by would be enticed into the restaurant. To achieve this, moreno:masey Architecture opened up the views into the kitchen and linked two previously separate dining areas into a single space, maximising the available floor
space. A focal point of this design was the visual linkage from the bar to the kitchen fronts, which was realised through the use of hexagonshaped floor and wall tiles from Solus Ceramics’ versatile Program range. The bold and angular lines offered by the hexagonal shape, combined with mixing and matching different coloured tiles together, allowed moreno:masey Architecture to create a modern and energetic central aesthetic that flowed throughout the entire restaurant. Talking to the specialist technical staff at Solus Ceramics, the team recommended the use of the Program range for Gourmet Burger Kitchen’s Earls Court restaurant, not only as it offered a broad spectrum of colour options and bespoke shapes that helped elevate previously plain painted surfaces, but it also had a robust and slip-resistant finish that is absolutely essential in heavy traffic areas such as restaurants. With the help of Solus Ceramics,
Top left: A focal point of this design was the visual linkage from the bar to the kitchen fronts, which was realised through the use of hexagon-shaped floor and wall tiles from Solus Ceramics Top centre: This refurbishment project has been shortlisted for a Restaurant and Bar Design Award Above: Gourmet Burger Kitchen carries out regular refurbishment projects across all of its restaurants within its portfolio Right: moreno:masey Architecture opened up the views into the kitchen
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Top: moreno:masey Architecture wanted to ensure the interior design was of such appeal that passers-by would be enticed into the restaurant Above: The team
moreno:masey Architecture has been able to create a modern and dynamic restaurant interior and a welcoming dining environment for Gourmet Burger Kitchen’s customers. So much so, that this refurbishment project has been shortlisted for a Restaurant and Bar Design Award. Solus Ceramics’ Area Sales Executive, Jo Burley, concluded: “We
have worked with Gourmet Burger Kitchen on a number of projects and it’s great to collaborate with a team that sets the bar so high when it comes to restaurant interior design. moreno:masey always bring new and exciting ideas to design briefs and we look forward to working alongside them again in the future.” solusceramics.com «
recommended the use of the Program range for Gourmet Burger Kitchen’s Earls Court restaurant Left: moreno:masey Architecture has been able to create a modern and dynamic restaurant interior
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34 NEW DESIGNERS PREVIEW Here: New Designers 2016 will once again welcome over 3000 of this year’s most creative and talented design graduates from across the nation to the Business Design Centre in London
New Designers returns for 31st edition New Designers returns this summer for its 31st edition. The two-part show continues to deliver new generations of brilliant individuals year-on-year, ready for businesses and design savvies to snap up and set on their creative paths.
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howcasing the excellence of art and design education in the UK, New Designers 2016 will once again welcome over 3000 of this year’s most creative and talented design graduates from across the nation to the Business Design Centre in London. Taking place over two weeks, the exhibition is divided into two parts covering the following creative disciplines: Part 1: 29th June to 2nd July Textiles and fashion Costume design Jewellery and precious metalwork Ceramics and glass Contemporary design crafts One Year On INEX-ONLINE.COM
Part 2: 6 to 9th July Furniture Product and industrial design Spatial design Graphic design Illustration Animation Motion and digital arts One Year On On 29th June and 6th July, coveted New Designers Awards will be presented to the most innovative graduates in partnership with leading brands and organisations. These awards recognise the design world’s rising stars, offering winners and runners-up vital support as they embark on their professional careers.
The awards often lead to work with some of the most exciting design-led businesses in the world. An integral part of New Designers is One Year On, which showcases a group of over 50 emerging, entrepreneurial designers in their first year of business. For 2016 the section welcomes back Jewellery Designer and Photographer Rheanna Lingham, as its curator. Rheanna is Co-Founder of Shoreditch-based boutique Luna and Curious, which highlights what she and her co-founders consider the core principles of making; honouring great craftsmanship, insightful design and endeavouring to support British manufacture The designers are selected by an independent panel of experts from across the industry, and are chosen on the strength of their work, flair and quality of product. They exhibit original, contemporary and innovative products that are tipped to be the iconic designs of the future. All exhibited work is available to purchase or commission, so visitors to One Year On can buy directly from designers at the show. Highlights from One Year On 2016 will include: Jack Lennie, BDC New Designer of the Year 2015, whose revolutionary downloadable, no weld motorcycle kit, Tinker, breathes a new lease of life into old engines. Forest-and-Found’s Abigail Booth and Max Bainbridge apply their shared love of making to turn foraged materials into beautiful homeware. Charles Dedman updates traditional cabinetmaking techniques for a contemporary market. Thomas Pullin’s illustrations tackle complex ideas and simplify them into a contemporary, fun visual language. Jacky Puzey’s unique artisan approach to digital embroidery enables her to create vivid patterns through a rich palette of colour and unique material combinations. Emma Rule’s, one of New Ashgate Gallery’s Rising Stars for 2016, organic and tactile silverware, jewellery and lighting reflects the lines and rhythms found in the natural world. Sculptor Beatrice Wall uses copper, silver and enamel to create unique decorative insects. SEIN by Dan Vo, a high-end sustainable menswear range, uses zero waste pattern cutting and seamless knitting technology. Olivia Walker transforms thrown forms by meticulously building paper-thin shards of porcelain over their surface. newdesigners.com «
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Make do and mend Naomi Doran and Danilo Murru, of Stoke Newington-based Relicreation, curate furniture and interior design schemes through the use of recycled products. From coffee tables and dressing tables to kitchen furniture, the innovative pair find use for materials such as Victorian floorboards giving them a new lease of life.
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aomi and Danilo are well-known for their use of reclaimed products, and find it imperative to use these items within their designs. Both having a love for interiors that utilise reclaimed materials, the pair interpret this into their own work and feel that recycled items are of vital importance to their schemes. Naomi believes that recycled products are not only an environmentally-friendly method of designing, but can also bring a sense of character to a scheme, offering clients a unique piece of furniture or a scheme that will not be seen commonly anywhere else. Naomi comments: “Materials such as reclaimed timber can add such a warm tone and tons of personality to space. Every piece is unique and makes an interior feel like having a INEX-ONLINE.COM
new personality within the home.” As an Interior Designer, Naomi has seen the trend for renewables prominent for quite some time. She comments: “It’s been very fashionable for quite some time now, but this fashion sadly seems to be coming to an end, which is a shame – especially for the environment. As soon as all the mega high street chains adopt the look, you know it’s approaching its end.” Closer to nature Naomi and Danilo’s seperate interior design firm, Relic Interiors, undertakes concepts for many London-based pubs, utilising the renewable/recycled theme throughout their schemes. One of the duo’s projects, The Perryvale bistro in Forest Hill, was a huge transformation where they aimed to create a home-from-home
environment. Successfully, the pair completed a warm, inviting, unpretentious, comfortable interior with the external timber cladding to the bar front produced from reclaimed Victorian floorboards. Reclaimed products for interior design are hugely beneficial to both the environment and interior designers’ clients. The obvious benefit is that the use of reclaimed materials will have less impact on the environment, but aesthetically, materials and products will age beautifully, in keeping with the ontrend theme of interiors becoming closer to nature, and should last a lifetime. For example, a common reclaimed material used by both Naomi and Danilo are Victorian floorboards, which are used for their warm tone. Naomi explains: The wood tone is always warm and the natural variation is pleasing to the eye. Every piece tells a story.” Offering advice on considering reclaimed products for a scheme, Naomi adds: “All reclaimed timber needs to be kept inside for at least three months before being used for furniture items – otherwise it will have a life of its own!” Another example of one of Relic
Above: It was very important for the Birdcage to retain its traditional ‘olde pub’ look and feel as this pub has such an incredible history Top right: Naomi and Danilo used Victorian floorboards to clad the upper level of the tramshed space at Draft House Hammersmith and incorporated the use of renewables by reusing and recovering a lot of the existing furniture Above right: The Perryvale bistro in Forest Hill, was a huge transformation where the duo aimed to create a home-fromhome environment Far right: Naomi believes that recycled products are not only a sustainable method of designing, but they also bring a sense of character to a scheme
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Interiors’ reclaimed schemes was for pub chain, Draft house, at its Hammersmith-based pub on Shepherd’s Bush Road. Here, Naomi and Danilo transformed a ‘Granny’ conservatory space into a tramshedinspired, industrial space. It was important to retain a traditional pub interior, whilst incorporating industrial elements and of course the punch Draft House signage and graphics by Studio Frith. Again, the pair used Victorian floorboards to clad the upper level of the tramshed space and incorporated the use of renewables by reusing and recovering much of the existing furniture.
The pair carried out a further project for Draft House at its Birdcage pub, located on the infamous Columbia Road, London. Commenting on the project, Naomi explains: “It was very important for the Birdcage to retain its traditional ‘olde pub’ look and feel, as this pub has such an incredible history. In fact, we reinstated many original elements that had been previously stripped out and reused and recovered a lot of the existing furniture. We also installed some huge, old glazed partitions that came from an old school to chop up seating areas.” relicinteriors.wordpress.com « INEX-ONLINE.COM
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hroughout this luxurious apartment Mr De Palatinat has created eye-catching spaces that perfectly complement the owner’s eclectic range of sculptural artwork. From room to room, and level to level, this striking home is drawn together through the innovative use of exposed metalwork, a grey colour palette and a staircase that winds through the centre of the property. From the entrance hall, to the balcony, this home is filled with interesting pieces of artwork and statement furniture, for which the staircase is the perfect backdrop.
Stepping into art Mr De Palatinat, Founder of De Palatinat Architecte, has created an exceptional apartment for an art and design enthusiast in the luxurious location of Monaco. The main feature of this prestigious apartment is a statement staircase inspired by the shape of a DNA double helix which has been created by EeStairs. INEX-ONLINE.COM
Inspiration The inspiration behind the DNA staircase emerged from, as the name the suggests, the very building blocks of life; a DNA molecule. The very nature of the DNA strand, with the twin helix, lends itself perfectly to the form of a helical staircase, in keeping with the client’s profession and passion, the pharmaceutical industry.
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The original DNA strand came about when designing for a client who had little space for a staircase, but desired an alternative to the traditional centre column found on a spiral staircase. Whilst designing the compact central feature, using helical tubes, it was immediately obvious that a DNA strand was created. “The circular shape of the entrance hall is both simplistic and intriguing and was calling out for a bold and interesting staircase to transport you through to the other levels in the apartment,” explains Mr De Palatinat. “Finding the right staircase was the most complex part of the project. The client wanted something unique and beautiful; something that would stand out in a home filled with bold, sculptural artwork and statement furniture, and nothing caught his eye until we discovered the DNA staircase by EeStairs.” After coming across a render of British Staircase Designer, Geoff Packer’s staircase, the client was so enthusiastic about the DNA staircase, that the entire decor was designed around the staircase. The client was so fond of the staircase that he insisted that EeStairs’ designer’s signature was engraved on the metalwork in the same way that an artist signs a painting.
Left: The staircase is joined by a large sculpture of a lollypop on one side, which provides an exciting dash of colour Above: From room to room, and level to level, this striking home is drawn together through the innovative use of exposed metalwork Above right: The larger tube supports the staircase, carrying the glass treads on stainless steel brackets, and the smaller tube is rotated 180˚ from the structural tube and
A piece of art The central column of the staircase is constructed from stainless steel to complement the interior of the apartment and features glass treads, a glass balustrade and a matching stainless steel handrail, promoting the ultra-modern look of the apartment. Where the treads and balustrade finish on the upper floor, the central column continues to the full-height of the space like a singular strand of monochrome DNA, becoming an additional piece of art in its own right.
forms the handrail for the staircase Right: The staircase is constructed from stainless steel and features glass treads, a glass balustrade and a matching stainless steel handrail
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The staircase, measuring 1800mm in diameter and 3150mm in height, is situated prominently in the middle of the apartment, just behind the main door. It is the central part of the apartment and whenever you go you pass near or above the staircase. The twin helical tubes, mimicking a DNA strand, perform two functions: the larger diameter tube supports the staircase, carrying the glass treads on stainless steel brackets, and the smaller diameter tube is rotated 180° from the structural tube and forms the handrail for the staircase. The two tubes are linked with even smaller tubes to form the classic DNA strand shape. In the entrance hall, the staircase is joined by a large sculpture of a lollypop on one side, which provides an exciting dash of colour, INEX-ONLINE.COM
and a painting on the other side. Mr De Palatinat has reproduced the image that the customer wished to have in his apartment. Furthermore, he has added extra features to make the staircase even more beautiful and unique with extra clear glass, two finishings on the horizontal stainless steel tube of the DNA structure and a signature, like all pieces of art are signed. The client was really happy with the features and Mr De Palatinat’s approach. Commenting on the project, Cornelis van Vlastuin, Creative Director for EeStairs, said:“It is always exciting for us to work with individuals who share our philosophy that stairs do not only have to be functional, but are also an extraordinary feature in their own right.”
Interior touches The apartment has a sumptuous, warm quality as floor-to-ceiling windows bathe the interior with natural light and sea views. The furnishing in the apartment has been as carefully selected as the artwork and sculpted, tan dining chairs provide a pleasing contrast to a dark wooden table, whilst enhancing the impact of the colours in the abstract painting on the wall. Throughout the apartment hot red finishing touches bring character to the space and nowhere more so than a curving internal wall showcasing a ceramic mural of Marilyn Monroe on a bold red background. In the living room a phone box red sculpture of a sweet draws on the red used in the painting in the adjoining hallway. Exceptional sea views can be enjoyed from balconies reached through the living area and from double doors in the master bedroom. The balconies are an oasis of calm, furnished with table and chairs that reflect the clean lines of the interior and a number of deep green plants. eestairs.co.uk «
Above left: The central column continues to the full-height of the space Above: The inspiration behind the DNA staircase emerged from, as the name the suggests, the very building blocks of life; a DNA molecule Right: The staircase is situated prominently in the middle of the apartment
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42 PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT
Left: The combination of Keyn’s movement, base styles, upholstery variants and an extensive choice of fabrics and finishes results in a comfortable, supportive chair Below: forpeople’s solution was to create the chair using four key components, which include a common cradle, a one-piece seat and back shell
Keyn Chair brings comfort to meetings It’s no secret that the world of work is changing and collaboration has become a prominent part of the office worker’s day. More than ever before, offices need spaces that support rather than hinder collaboration, as research shows that the tools used within spaces can affect the success or failure of team work. The comfort of the worker is also fundamental to that person’s productivity.
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n recognition of both the rise in collaborative working and the need for comfort in the workplace, Herman Miller has commissioned London-based design company, forpeople, to develop a group of meeting and side chairs that offer unrivalled comfort and support for any type of meeting, from a quick chat in a cafe through to a board meeting. The result was the Keyn Chair Group. Richard Stevens, Founder and Creative Director of forpeople, explains: “We were asked to create a group of chairs that consist of a four-leg, cantilever and pedestal base, each with or without the option of arms, which offered unrivalled comfort and support. Our challenge was how to resolve the design of each of these types without compromising aesthetic appeal or continuity across the group. It really wasn’t an easy problem to solve.” forpeople’s solution was to create the chair using four key components, INEX-ONLINE.COM
which include a common cradle, a one-piece seat and back shell, combined with a series of base options and upholstery variants. To enhance the comfort of the user, Herman Miller looked back at its research, which showed people move around an average of 53 times an hour when seated. Chairs in meeting rooms tend to be inflexible, meaning a user’s natural movement isn’t encouraged or supported. This results in people being less engaged in the meeting as they become more uncomfortable. The combination of Keyn’s movement, base styles (four-leg, cantilever and four-star), upholstery variants (seat pad, semi and fully upholstered) and an extensive choice of fabrics and finishes results in a comfortable, supportive chair with over 250,000 versions that can be transformed to create a variety of styles for any space. hermanmiller.co.uk/keyn-chair-group « info_uk@hermanmiller.com « 0845 226 7202 «
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Getting decking right With a vast array of decking products now on offer, how can you be sure you are choosing one that will perform to your expectations? Independent help and advice is on hand from the Timber Decking and Cladding Association whose mission is to help ensure that all decking installations perform to good standards.
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roperly designed and constructed timber decking will provide years and years of trouble free service with little annual maintenance. Whether you’re going to do the work yourself or using the services of a professional installer, it is definitely worth undertaking research before you start. Using good quality and preferably endorsed products is a must. For decking, the TDCA operates a quality scheme called DeckMark whereby materials or services are audited annually for compliance with the standards set by the TDCA. This gives clients a peace of mind that they are dealing with a reputable company. Clients will find details of accredited installers and material suppliers on the TDCA decking website or the Decking Calculator app, available for iPhone and Android.
By choosing timber, clients will be positively contributing to the environment. Timber is a truly amazing, natural material. Every piece is unique. With inherent warmth and beauty, timber has the ability to soften and accentuate buildings and
Boss Design task chair set to revolutionise office seating Boss Design continues to innovate with the unveiling of Trinetic at Clerkenwell Design Week – a unique task chair that incorporates a brand new type of movement to create a superior and completely natural user experience. Trinetic has no manual user adjustments, instead, it uses three independent pivot points that combine to create a chair that ‘follows’ rather than resists the user. This promotes better support through a wide range of body movements, and has been proven to increase contact with the user’s body through the full length of the seat and back surface compared to traditional synchronised mechanisms. boss-design.com 0207 253 0364
landscapes like no other material and offers a winning combination of versatility, economy and environmental credentials to any building project. tda.org.uk « 01977 558147 « info@tdca.org.uk «
Crometta shower range – responsible use of water with high-end design Hansgrohe’s new Crometta range of showerheads ensures peace of mind; it is WRAS certified and the EcoSmart models have spray nozzles and a flow limitation system that reduce water flow to nine or even six litres per minute, depending on the model. This means that less energy is needed to heat water. The range comprises overhead and hand showers, shower sets and showerpipes. The Crometta hand shower offers an enjoyable showering experience and a choice of up to two spray modes: a soft rain shower and the powerful IntenseRain mode. The appeal of this hand shower lies in its 10cm head, ergonomic handle, chrome finish and white shower face. hansgrohe.co.uk 01372 465655 INEX-ONLINE.COM
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Left: A classic in the collection, the Hartland is a metal screw fixed plate with soft round edges Below: Hartland is available in 10 elegant finishes including satin chrome, bright stainless antique brass and four shades of bronze
Hamilton’s Hartland love triangle A best-seller in the Hamilton Litestat range, the Hartland family of decorative switch plates and sockets, continues to provide sophisticated, stylish and contemporary solutions for an array of residential and commercial settings.
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classic in the collection, the Hartland is a metal screw fixed plate with soft round edges. It’s available in 10 elegant finishes – including satin chrome, bright stainless antique brass and four shades of bronze – with contemporary switch insert finishes. Whether it’s a rocker switch, toggle switch, dimmer or USB power socket, the classic Hartland plate provides a chic solution. Sitting alongside in the range is the Hartland CFX, which has Hamilton’s patented four-point clipping system that allows for concealed fixing. Just like the classic Hartland, a wide range of switch inserts are available across a selection of plate finishes: bright chrome, polished brass, satin brass, antique brass, satin stainless effect and new black nickel – with others available on request. Hartland CFX is also available as a mechanical push-button control plate with Hamilton’s Mercury Lighting Control and Multi-room Audio system. This INEX-ONLINE.COM
delivers a seamless, coordinated look throughout the space with integrating lighting and audio control with traditional decorative wiring accessories – perfect for the most stylish hotels and chic residential establishments. Plates can also be engraved to indicate control functionality to the designer’s specifications. Completing the Hartland ‘family’ is the Hartland CFX Colours. This moulded option provides further flexibility for the cost-conscious designer, with a choice of colour and style options to ensure that the decorative plate sits seamlessly within a room’s look and feel. Made of robust polycarbonate, the Hartland CFX Colours is a lower priced alternative to the metal designs, but maintains the stylish and desirable look of the range. Each plate model comes with Grid Fix and Euro Fix options, with the look of each adding a costeffective, extra special something to an interior. hamilton-litestat.com « info@hamilton-litestat.com « 01747 860088 «
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TTA Awards recognise the tiling industry’s brightest and best The TTA Awards’ gala dinner and presentations have recently been held, where the wall and floor tiling industry celebrated and rewarded its very best. With a Brazilian theme to tie in with this summer’s Rio Olympic Games, the event saw the winners from 18 award categories claiming their trophies and certificates. Hosted by ITV’s Emma Jesson, the event raised almost £3000 for the TTA’s chosen charity, Children Today.
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highlight of the evening was the presentation of a Lifetime Achievement Award to James McCann whose contribution to the tiling industry is viewed as inspirational. He founded Armatile in 1975 in his father’s shed in a small village in Northern Ireland. The company, now in its 40th year, is a major player in the Irish and UK market and Mr McCann, aged 74, still leads from the front, driving success, innovation and product development. Armatile also won the award for Best Use of Tile in a Commercial Contract for its work on St Patrick’s Church in Donaghmore, Co Tyrone, which features intricate tiling work created and fitted by the tile and marble specialists at Armatile. The TTA offers congratulations to all of the winners and all of the businesses and individuals who were finalists in a year when the competition was intense, alongside all the businesses who submitted entries – the quality of the award’s submissions proves what a healthy state the industry is in. Finally, the TTA offers thanks to this year’s Gold sponsors for the event – Bellota, N&C Nicobond, Norcros Adhesives and Shackerley. ttaawards.com « 0300 365 8453 « awards@tile.org.uk «
BLANCO’s hob for speedy cooking BLANCO’s BH467829 induction hob has four cooking zones, 11 heat levels and four boosters, which brings water to boiling point in seconds. The touch-controlled, 590 x 520mm hob features two automatic bridge functions, allowing multiple dishes to be cooked at the same time. The automatic bridge function enables a large pan to be placed in between cooking zones and can still be automatically controlled by one slider control. The ‘My Function’ innovation allows the user to select and store up to four settings, depending on regular cooking/recipe patterns, while a ‘pause and recall’ facility means settings can be recalled with a single touch. blanco.co.uk 01923 635200
Optima from Profile 22 – future-proof highperformance windows Profile 22 has unveiled Optima, developed to be the most advanced products of their type available in the UK. Developed with commercial sectors in mind, and backed by the Profile 22 Approved Window Contractors scheme, Optima offers a compelling choice for the professional specifier. Behind this launch is a rethink of each of the key processes in the production of a window and door system for the 21st century: extrusion processes that ensure quality and consistency, whilst protecting the environment through reduced energy and ecological impact, and products that easily satisfy current technical and aesthetic demands by anticipating those of many years ahead. profile22.co.uk 01952 290910 INEX-ONLINE.COM
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Interface introduces new global collection inspired by classic textiles Interface has introduced World Woven, a global collection of Skinny Planks and squares with inspiration from textures found around the world throughout history. Uncomplicated, handcrafted and imperfect are attributes that are increasingly sought after in the materials in which we surround ourselves, given the hectic nature of modern life and all its newness.
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eveloped by Interface’s exclusive Product Designer, David Oakey of David Oakey Designs, the collection weaves together modern sensibilities with memories of some of the most enduring textiles of the past, including the tweeds and bespoke woven textiles of Oakey’s upbringing in the UK. “The beauty of handweaving is that it’s closer to nature than the synthetic uniformity of ‘modern’ machined production,” says Oakey. “In a traditional Scottish tweed, for example, what looks like solid green actually has at least 10 to 15 colours, which is similar to the way nature works with colour. Other artisanal fabrics, like the freeform weaves known as Saori, are similarly diverse. “These products lend themselves to a wide range of possibilities –
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from a simple, neutral background, or a composition of multiple textures to create diversity and movement found in the natural world,” continues Oakey. “World Woven itself does not create spaces with an outdoorsy aesthetic; rather, designers may be attracted to the collection for its residential feel, or its mix and match capability.” Helmich Jousma, Concept Design Team Leader at Interface, explained: “The World Woven collection is a reflection of the residential-like trends we’re starting to see unfold in European workplaces. There is most definitely a shift towards more comfort in commercial design. “This movement clearly illustrates that the workspaces of the future will be places users want to be in with surroundings that make workers feel good, and this collection spearheads that change.”
Below: The three square styles, Collings Cottage, Mod Café and Scottish Sett, are perfect for creating contrasting areas Below left: The World Woven Collection includes six 25 x 100cm Skinny Planks and three square ranges, each with eight colour options
Heritage, interest and detail The World Woven Collection includes six 25 x 100cm Skinny Planks and three square ranges, with eight colour options. The square styles in a 50 x 50cm format, Collings Cottage, Mod Café and Scottish Sett, are perfect for complementing the Skinny Planks and creating contrasting areas within a carpet installation, or as a standalone feature rug area. Within the defined constraints of a small-scale and a neutral palette, WW890 has more texture and contrast than the WW880, WW870 and WW860, creating a pattern that reads more strongly across the floor. Blending those same yarns into a soft rib texture produces the velvety pattern in WW880. WW870 takes cues from a boucle or knit texture, while the contrast remains relatively low, a slubby effect emerges. All of these details are stripped away for the elegance of the effortless and uncomplicated WW860. To complement this carefully curated set are two colour studies – WW895 is soft and less manicured and WW865 is flat and orderly like the warp on a loom. The Collins Cottage and Scottish Sett patterns revive the noble houndstooth and plaid, while Mod Café renews the playful and optimistic patterns of the 1950s. In keeping with its commitment to pioneering sustainability in the industry, Interface has created these styles with 100% recycled nylon, in factories that are increasingly powered by clean energy. In fact, as part of its Mission Zero commitment, Interface sources over 90% of its energy needs from renewable sources globally. interface.uk@interface.com « interfaceflor.co.uk « 0207 490 3960 «
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Boss Design expands Alexa collection with sofa option Boss Design has introduced a sofa option to its Alexa collection. Sophisticated, sleek and with an echo of minimalist design, this latest addition is the ideal accompaniment to corporate reception and executive lounge areas. Alexa is available in two and three seater options, and courtesy of multi-density CMHR polyurethane foam and twin needle stitch detail, it features superior upholstery. Boasting a hardwood internal frame with a sprung seat and back, Alexa incorporates steel legs and can be fully upholstered in any fabric or leather to suit various interior schemes, offering the perfect design statement that is guaranteed to impress visitors and employees alike. boss-design.com 0207 253 0364
Kaldewei extends its Meisterstücke collection Following the successful market launch of the Meisterstücke collection, freestanding bathtubs with fully enamelled panelling, Kaldewei has extended the range with models for corner and wall installation. The Meisterstück Centro Duo and Meisterstück Conoduo bathtubs are now available in variants with two and three-sided fully enamelled panelling. The new models feature the universal and seamless use of sublime, robust Kaldewei steel enamel. They are easy to install, as the bath waste fitting is preinstalled by the factory, and a base or pedestal is not necessary. Thanks to the integrated enamelled panelling, the sides of the bathtub do not need to be tiled, saving both time and money. kaldewei.co.uk 01480 498053
New Lexe seating collection fuses classic with contemporary A fusion of classic and contemporary design is successfully brought to life in a striking new upholstered seating collection unveiled by Lyndon Design at Clerkenwell Design Week. Boasting armchair and sofa options, Lexe is a classic piece that is designed to add luxury and panache to both traditional and contemporary interiors throughout hospitality and corporate settings. The slimline Lexe provides designers and specifiers with tremendous scope and choice. Available as a compact sofa, large sofa and matching armchair, it can be upholstered in any fabric or leather and comes with either a European Oak or American Black Walnut under frame. lyndon.co.uk 01242 584897
Polyflor’s Affinity255 flooring rides high at Tredz cycle shop High design luxury vinyl tiles from Polyflor’s innovative 2mm gauge Affinity255 PUR collection were recently installed at Tredz cycle shop in Swansea to give a brand new look to its shop floor area. Approximately 400m² of Affinity255 luxury vinyl tiles in Flamed Chestnut were installed in the specialist shop selling bikes, cycling equipment and accessories. The 16 authentically reproduced wood plank designs within the Affinity255 collection replicate the natural variations found in solid wood through the use of tonal hues and surface textures. The bold Flamed Chestnut design chosen for this Tredz store includes prominent knots and markings to give the effect of natural timber. polyflor.com 0161 767 1111 INEX-ONLINE.COM
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Left: The Odeon range uses the crystal centre column to great effect, refracting light around the room Right: Christopher Hyde’s more recent additions to its collection includes chandeliers that are made predominantly with Murano glass and Schonbek crystals
Christopher Hyde adds chandeliers to exclusive lighting collection
Christopher Hyde continues to develop its range of exclusive lighting. Since the mid-nineties the company has designed traditional decorative luminaires for both domestic and commercial projects. Christopher Hyde is renowned for its traditional designs and has now started to develop more contemporary ranges.
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hristopher Hyde’s more recent additions to its collection includes chandeliers that are made predominantly with Murano glass and Schonbek crystals. One example, the Odeon range – inspired by designs from the Art Deco period in the early 20th century – uses the crystal centre column to great effect, refracting light around the room. The changes in the light source within the industry continues to excite everyone at Christopher Hyde. The majority of the requests from clients are for chandeliers, ceiling fittings and wall brackets using E14 or E27 lamp holders. Using these lamp holders, either halogen or LED retrofits lamps are utilised on projects. INEX-ONLINE.COM
There is a growing requirement for control of lighting in the hospitality and residential markets. Halogen lamps may work with the majority of control systems, but retrofit LED lamps are not so easy to control. Christopher Hyde now works with an OEM partner to manufacture its own LEDs, looking like a candle, offering 670 lumen per arm. These LED light engines are an integral part of the chandelier, using high-quality Japanese manufacturer, Citizen LEDs in 2700K, 3000k and 4000K, they are able to offer a variety of colour temperatures. The LED fixtures are powered by either integral or remote drivers, the driver can be supplied as a standard (on/off), DALI or 1-10V analogue version. The Mayfair lantern, manufactured in brass and finished in
polished nickel, was one of the first of the original ranges to be upgraded to have the LED as an option. Providing lighting for prestige interiors is what Christopher Hyde excels in doing. Its handmade lights have been installed across the world, from country cottages to royal palaces. In many of its ranges, Christopher Hyde can offer several options of finishes as standard to allow its clients the finish they require to complement the interior decor in a project. Many architects and designers approach the company to produce bespoke designs. Using the artisan skills available within the company, it is able to manufacture almost anything its clients wish to commission to make clients’ projects a success. Christopher Hyde is an expert in the manufacturing of cast fixtures and the creation of low wax cast decorative details, which complement many of these designs. The majority of the suppliers are located in Europe to ensure the best quality and short lead times for this type of production. Christopher Hyde’s ranges can now be supplied with three hour emergency capability. The components can be supplied integrally or remotely depending on the design and application of the fixture. This change has been made possible by using the latest LED technology. A visit to Christopher Hyde’s London showroom offers the opportunity to see many of the ranges and to visualise how chandeliers would look in situ and projects can also be discussed with experienced staff. christopherhyde.com « sales@christopherhyde.com « 0207 3510863 «
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KI’S EC4 collection adds touch of nature to the modern office Combining the elegance and robustness of solid oak and steel, KI’s EC4 collection of workplace furniture adds a touch of nature to the modern office landscape. Designed and manufactured in the UK, it has all the inherent capabilities of a workstation system so can be configured to suit open-plan areas, meeting rooms and third spaces alike. Its beautiful, classic design is coupled with KI’s reputation for outstanding quality and intelligent engineering.
Expona flooring adds beauty to skincare brand’s flagship store Luxury vinyl tiles from Polyflor’s design-led Expona Commercial range were recently chosen to create a sleek, modern look for skincare brand GENEU’s flagship store on New Bond Street, London. Hard-wearing Expona Commercial luxury vinyl tiles in the Exposed Concrete design were installed in the store where GENEU offers the world’s first in-store DNA test for personalised skincare. This realistic stone effect floorcovering was used as part of the store design in main consulting and treatment areas. Expona Commercial luxury vinyl tiles are further enhanced with PUR – Polyflor’s robust polyurethane reinforcement, which is cross-linked and UV cured for a simple maintenance regime. polyflor.com 0161 767 1111
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C4’s solid oak legs, complemented by a variety of coordinating accents and finishes such as oak laminate edge detail on worktops, act as reminders of the natural world and augment wider biophilic design – a concept that aims to bring nature into man-made spaces. This has been shown to reduce stress and improve wellbeing. As many offices are located in highly urbanised areas, such as EC4’s namesake, even small inclusions of natural analogues can enhance the aesthetics of the workspace and a sense of wellbeing for those who inhabit it. With a streamlined inventory of components, EC4 workstations and tables provide clear, unencumbered space above and below a cantilevered worksurface. The refreshing mixed material aesthetic can be extended into EC4’s storage collection through the introduction of accents and colours, and matching solid oak feet. The collection delivers high-performance through intelligent wire management capability and a sliding top as a cost neutral standard option. Oversailing worksurface and tabletop options creates space for informal gatherings and collaboration. The new C-Series screen has been especially created for EC4 and can be added to create more defined individual spaces without compromising the softer, more domestic feel of the workstation. kieurope.com/EC4 « 0207 404 7441 « workplace@kieurope.com «
Polyflor flooring makes the grade at The City of London Academy High-performance flooring from Polyflor has recently been installed in classrooms at The City of London Academy secondary school and sixth form in Southwark, London. Around 2000m² of Classic Mystique PUR sheet vinyl flooring in the cool blue Mountain Lake shade was installed by Essex-based Loughton Contracts into classrooms on the first floor of the school building. The hard-wearing, homogeneous Classic Mystique PUR floorcovering is ideally suited to the demands of high traffic school environments, demonstrating outstanding durability and abrasion resistance. The 16 designs available in this range have a tonal, non-directional appearance, featuring a duotone chip decoration with marbleised tonal highlight chips. polyflor.com 0161 767 1111 INEX-ONLINE.COM
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Inspired interior design is all about choice With one of the biggest and most varied collections of decorative surface solutions in the UK, three of James Latham’s most popular materials continue to grow in popularity with interior designers and furniture makers, inspiring the freedom to create distinctive designs that define spaces. XyloCleaf Available exclusively through James Latham and unlike anything else on the UK market, XyloCleaf is an innovative and highly textured range of decors which includes a variety of wood grains, linens and other unique materials. With over 60 colours and patterns in MFC and more than 20 in HPL laminate, all of which come with ABS edging as standard, the sensational XyloCleaf collection is suited to high-end, premium design schemes within either the commercial or residential sectors and is perfect for furniture, fixtures and wall panelling. INEX-ONLINE.COM
Losan RealWood veneers James Latham’s new and exciting range of real wood veneers allows designers to create environments with stunning effects and finishes, bringing together a particular depth, texture and individuality impossible to achieve with artificial materials. The authentic, warm and natural beauty shines through in this new range of veneers, highlighting the unique characteristics, grain and tone of the wood. The portfolio of veneers, which are all from FSC-certified stock, include such on-trend species as smoked figured, crown and rough-cut eucalyptus as well as cracked oak, smoked larch and satin walnut.
Shinnoki 2.0 Shinnoki 2.0 is a range of ready to use, high-quality veneered panels that are supplied already stained and lacquered, requiring no further finishing. One key aspect of Shinnoki 2.0 is its stability. The veneers are mismatched, but stained and textured to create a consistent finish that shows the natural aspects and beauty of the species. The extensive Shinnoki 2.0 portfolio is supplied in designs which are completely in tune with current design trends and includes matching real wood and ABS edge banding. The 17 designs are also supplied in separate 3 ply veneer sheets, perfect for curved surfaces, doors or other interior requirements. lathamtimber.co.uk « marketing@lathams.co.uk « 0116 257 3415 «
Above left: The new range of Losan RealWood veneers. This living room is finished in Grissard Above: The extensive Shinnoki 2.0 range is supplied in designs which are completely in tune with current design trends and includes matching real wood and ABS edge banding Below: XyloCleaf kitchen
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Insulating the UK’s hardto-treat or ‘problem’ domestic dwellings 4.7 million, out of the 19.6 million cavity walled domestic properties in the UK, do not have cavity wall insulation according to the ‘Household Energy Efficiency National Statistics, Detailed Report 2015’, published by the Department of Energy & Climate Change in March 2016. Most of these are classed as ‘hard-to-treat’ dwellings which simply means that they are difficult to insulate.
Britain’s composite door brand is now BIM compliant Permadoor has more than 25 years’ experience in the affordable homes, new build and social housing markets. Permadoor’s extensive experience includes working with local authorities, housing association registered providers and contractors on refurbishment and new build projects across the UK. A commitment to Building Information Modelling (BIM) was therefore inevitable and part of the company’s commitment to its public sector clients. Permadoor’s commitment to BIM Level 2 has been completed and, despite extensive publicity surrounding the advent of BIM Permadoor, is one of just a handful of residential composite door manufacturers that has made such a commitment. permadoor.co.uk 01684 595200
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tandard forms of cavity wall insulation may not be possible for a number of reasons. Properties may have irregular or narrow cavities, which restricts the use of injected insulation methods, or defective or corroded wall ties, or may be unsuitable for external wall insulation due to planning restrictions. The use of injected polyurethane foam can provide the best solution for these properties. The process can be used for walls or sprayed in as roof insulation to effectively insulate most housing. The polyurethane insulant is a two-component liquid system which produces a highly-efficient blanket of insulation with an exceptional thermal conductivity figure. For cavity wall insulation, injected polyurethane foam provides a superior performing insulant which also helps to bond the inner and outer leaves, providing strength to the building. Air leakage through the cavity can be reduced to zero. Because of the greater thermal performance and reduced air leakage, polyurethane foam outperforms all other forms of cavity fill. Polyurethane foam is often the most cost-effective solution for uninsulated cavity walled properties. The British Urethane Foam Contractors Association represents professional installers of sprayed and injected polyurethane foam systems. A BUFCA 25-year insurance warranty is available for cavity wall insulation projects. bufca.co.uk « 01428 870150 « info@bufca.co.uk «
Protect your wood in the sun Osmo UK, the eco-friendly wood and finishes expert, has developed a finish to protect, maintain and restore exterior wood. Osmo UVProtection-Oil has been specially designed to rejuvenate wood, leaving it looking in top condition throughout the summer months. Protection of exterior wood is of the utmost importance as it can fade if untreated due to extreme weather conditions. Osmo UV-Protection-Oil delays the greying process by shielding the wood against harmful UV rays, alongside algae and fungal decay. Additionally, the finish ensures a professional finish that will enhance and protect wood for many years to come. Dry after just 12 hours, the environmentally-friendly solution is safe to humans, animals and plants, complying with DIN 53160. osmouk.com 01296 481220 INEX-ONLINE.COM
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Constellation range set to inspire designers with fibre bonded carpet Interior designers and specifiers are set to be inspired by an exciting new fibre bonded carpet range that has been released by Heckmondwike FB. The Constellation range takes its inspiration from the latest, most vibrant and exciting colour trends in furniture, with a comprehensive choice of eight shades to choose from.
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hese colours include red, orange, green, blue, purple, grey, black and plum, which are all available as ‘planks’ that provide endless scope for use in office, leisure and educational environments. The range has a contemporary appearance, allowing for eyecatching designs to be created in the floor space. It can also be combined with Broadrib planks or carpet tiles from Heckmondwike FB’s range to create a more tonal, softer installation where required. Sharni Verity, Marketing Manager for Heckmondwike FB, said: “Constellation brings a strong element of design into robust, high-performance flooring. The new range has great visual appeal and opens up huge opportunities for capturing the current trend for planks, as well as the much wider use of colour in carpets.” INEX-ONLINE.COM
She adds: “Designers can have great fun experimenting with the planked look, especially when the darker and brighter colourways are combined to create the perfect contrast.” As part of Heckmondwike FB’s Creative Flooring range, Constellation is ideal for a wide variety of commercial flooring applications. It can be cut onsite without the risk of fraying, this allows individual flooring designs to be created and installed with ease. Also available in Heckmondwike FB’s Creative range are Array, Montage and Night Sky. Together with Constellation, they offer a myriad of choice of styles and colours, bringing a strong element of design into robust, highperformance fibre bonded carpets. Constellation carpet tiles are British-made and provide outstanding performance, as well as being backed by a 10-year limited wear warranty, which means they can be specified in complete confidence.
Top: Constellation is ideal for a wide variety of commercial flooring applications Above: The range has a contemporary appearance, allowing for eyecatching designs to be created
As with the rest of Heckmondwike FB’s collection, Constellation offers anti-static and anti-slip performance, excellent acoustic properties to help reduce noise levels, and strong thermal performance. constellation.heckmondwike-fb.co.uk « sales@heckmondwike-fb.co.uk « 01924 406161 «
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