JUNE 2018
Fostering collaboration in the workplace A taste of ‘Levantine escapism’ at new BABA restaurant Hospitality furniture trends
04 : in.Side Welcome to the June issue of in.design! The ninth edition of Clerkenwell design Week (CdW) invigorated the industry. in the heart of London’s design district, the jam-packed three-day festival, which took place last month (22nd-24th May), showcased emerging trends, new products and featured an array of captivating talks and installations. We’re now mid-year and eager to discover what the rest of 2018 holds. Editor Zoe Fryday –
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and power. Biid president Charles Leon recently attended a committee meeting at the
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Sony Music’s west London headquarters has recently benefited from a modern renovation undertaken by long-term design partner, MoreySmith. The beautiful art deco building presents an alternative workspace fit for musicians and iconic labels. Many elements of the interior reflect inspirational showcases of musical talent. What happens when a pub goes to the fairground? That was the central concept behind the hospitality design of Flight Club’s Bloomsbury venue. With this unique project, Russell Sage Studio set out to capture the imagination of millennials, fusing traditional pub charm with Victorian try-your-luck fairground entertainment. They really hit the bullseye with this one.
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MoreySmith enhance Sony Music HQ
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Flight Club: pub meets the fairground
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Fostering collaboration in the workplace
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Corridors of Power BIID President Charles Leon recently attended a committee meeting at the Houses of Parliament to discuss Design and the Future of Housing Policy.
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hen the BiiD get the call to join a committee at the Houses of Parliament, you go right? who wouldn’t? we were thrilled to visit one of england’s most spectacular working buildings. it was a chance to get some of our agendas across to people who may be able to make a difference. The building itself is rich with an air of expectation and of purpose – it is a real hub of power and influence. APDiG (All Party Design and innovation Group) invited the BiiD to join the panel of architects, planners, influences and politicians, to discuss Design and the Future of Housing Policy. APDiG is a forum for open debate between Parliament and the UK’s Design and innovation communities. Hosted by Barry Sheerman, MP for Huddresfield and Co-Chair of APDiG, we were joined on the panel by Analie Richards of Mikhail Riches, Chris Hildrey Designer in Residence, Design Musuem and Kay Stout of Pollard Thomas edwards. The talk was attended by a host of other architects, designers, developers, contractors,
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educators, housing trusts financiers, journalists and writers and local authority representatives. it was a very lively group, all with differing interests in how people live and how we can build a better future for housing policy. The wellington Room, just off one of the many corridors, is an impressive Pugin room with large portraits looming down from above. Barry Sheerman encourages us to keep the discussion informal and free-flowing. The purpose of this committee is to explore how design can inform housing policy, within the context of community. whilst it is obvious that there is insufficient housing stock coming onto the market, this wasn’t identified as the central issue. we should be looking more closely at building environments that contribute to the overall well-being of our communities, rather than pursuing financial and investment goals. it’s not enough to build 300,000 new homes – they have to be the right homes for the right people in the right stages of their lives.
Housing policy tends to focus on achieving statistical targets as these are easily measurable. However, the housing and developments may not be fit for purpose. it’s not about the numbers, it’s about the quality and appropriateness of the homes. it’s also a question of courage and trust. Policy makers need to trust the design and architectural communities to find creative solutions to the whole range of housing needs. Rather than encouraging cookie-cutter developments which may be superficially cost effective and deliver the numbers, policy makers need to look at more creative solutions. Overall, it seems what is needed is a vision focussed on building more longterm, sustainable environments that are built with the well-being of communities in mind. we need a vision that deals with the complex interaction of people, spaces, homes, and living communities. isn’t that what design is?” To learn about the BIID, visit www.biid.org.uk
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Containerville in shipshape condition as it announces expansion Containerville opened its doors in 2015 as a dynamic creative space for start-ups, small businesses and creative teams. The first wave of 45 units were leased within weeks of inviting small businesses to ship-in and start-up. Designed by leading British architect Scott Kyson, Containerville consists of three stories of up-cycled shipping containers. Each container can accommodate up to six desks and is kitted out with Wi-Fi, double glazing, heating, electricity, and a kitchen unit. The landscaping around the containers is also geared to promote collaborative working and integration, with shared outdoor areas overlooking the canal. Due to the phenomenal success and positive social impact of this unique and cost-effective approach of renting
self-contained offices, Containerville is launching its second phase. The addition of 33 new office containers will bring the grand total to 78, allowing more
small businesses to develop and grow organically with lower rent and minimal overheads.
Competition for Pride in London Parade The London Festival of Architecture (LFA) and Architecture LGBT+ have announced a design competition for a float to represent architecture and LGBT+ architects at Pride in London 2018. The design competition is aimed at architecture students, recent graduates, emerging practices as well as representatives from more established practices across London to submit a design proposal for a float to represent LGBT+ architects and their contribution to architecture, past and present. The winning design team will be commissioned to design and deliver the float for the Pride in London Parade on 7th July 2018. There is an estimated £8,000 budget for design and delivery.
Capital One’s dynamic new London office Capital One UK has unveiled its new, state-of-the-art office spread across two floors in the White Collar Factory in London’s growing tech precinct. To strengthen its presence in London, the new office is a showcase for modern agile working within the fintech industry. Capital One engaged HLW London to create its new space; appointing them to conduct a full workplace analysis, develop a new and pioneering workplace strategy, design the most cutting-edge and inspiring space to
work and deliver it to exceed its employee’s expectations. The strategy focuses on flexibility and adaptability and includes highly flexible desks that rotate to form new pairs and teams, collaborative working, meeting and visual management zones integrated to become an extension of the working area, as well as
quiet focus areas and private booths to cater for individual working approaches.
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Craven Dunnill wins The Floor Tile of the Year 2018 Craven Dunnill has been voted winner of The Floor Tile of the Year 2018 in The Tile Association’s (TTA) Awards for its Chev Wood range of high-definition, parquet-styled, porcelain tiles. This is the sixth time in eight years the company has won the accolade, reinforcing its UK marketleading position in the wall and floor tile sector. The Chev Wood range was introduced into the marketplace by Craven Dunnill in November 2017, at a time when parquet flooring was making a resurgence and small format tiles were on-trend. The company had read the market perfectly. Characterised by stunning, high-definition digital printing of the wood-look, in three natural tones, authentic texture and a popular 540 x 110mm chevron shape; ever since, sales to the trade have been excellent and consumer demand remains buoyant.
Como completes fit-out for new MoneySuperMarket Group offices Como has completed a 25,000 sq ft Category B fit-out of new offices for MoneySuperMarket Group. The new offices are spread over three floors with two interlinking staircases, a combination of ‘cell structure’ style office/meeting spaces and break out areas. After being appointed by MoneySuperMarket Group in mid-2017, following a competitive tender process, Como delivered the demanding project in a tight twelve-week programme. Chris Bailey-Jones, Group Office Manager for MoneySuperMarket Group, said: “The Como team understood us on every level, from time constraints, to level of finish and most significantly they grasped our company ethos. The project has been a major landmark for us as a group and Como have helped realise this in their professionalism and attention to detail.”
Burgess is sitting comfortably with new era of British design UK hospitality furniture specialist Burgess is defining its own space with the launch of a brand-new London showroom, website and management team. Marking the start of a new era for the established British furniture maker, the Burgess showroom in South West London features innovative collections including the recently launched Smart Qube adaptable seating range and Junea chairs. The new website is a digital showcase of products. Intuitive and easy to browse, it’s specifically designed for
the hospitality sector, featuring new photography and all the essential details hospitality architects, designers and operators alike need to know.
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An Up-Beat Office for Sony Music Leading design and architecture practice MoreySmith has completed an enhanced renovation of Sony Music’s west London headquarters.
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ome to 450 employees, Sony Music recognises the need to revive its working environment, designed to attract and retain some of the world’s most influential talent. MoreySmith has been a long-term design partner to Sony Music for both their London and Paris locations since 1995. the practice first designed the executive office suites in London the success of which led to being commissioned to create a 97,000 sq ft workspace within a grade ii listed art deco building in 2008, under the direction of Rob Stringer, the current CEO of Sony Music Entertainment. the original building celebrated the warehouse proportions, transforming the third and fourth floors of the seven-
storey location into a non-corporate workspace fit for musicians and iconic labels.
Spearheaded by Sony Music CEO and Chairman, Jason iley, 2018 sees a significant investment, designed to keep
in.Sight : 11 the working environment fresh, retain staff and beckon new talent. Starting with the ground floor arrival, located on Derry Street, the entrance space has been upgraded with a 4M high LED panel wall to showcase music content. On the third floor, visitors are welcomed by a bold red gateway that leads to the main reception. here, a monolithic antique brass welcome desk sits below an animated, suspended canopy displaying the brand’s music videos. Reclaimed timber floorboards have been stripped back and white washed, whilst concrete walls have been treated to fine engraving details with brass inlays, forming an abstract soundwave pattern. A feature hand-poured Venetian glass brick wall, illuminated by an embedded floor light, sits behind the new arrival area, adding bespoke character to the interior. the central double-height space, which connects the two floors, features a new bar as the centrepiece of the existing café within the heart of the office. the bar sees an Arabescato marble top, clad in timber and brass, designed to host a coffee bar during the day, creating an alternative space for evening entertaining - a further statement in the brand’s investment of its people. Sitting on a mosaic marble floor with brass inserts, alongside glazed brick tiles, spherical cast glass lights and antique brass details, the bar complements the art deco style of the building. Linda Morey-Burrows, Founder and Principal Director of MoreySmith, reflects: “Sony Music and MoreySmith have collaborated for over two decades, creating inspirational environments for some of the world’s most creative talent in the music industry. it’s been an incredible journey working with Sony Music to create a contemporary base for the labels and entertainment company in this beautiful heritage building.” For more information, visit www.moreysmith.com
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Adding a Splash of Colour Colour can affect a person’s mood in different ways. Steve Bays, Furniture Designer and Director at Century Office, examines the importance of colour in office environments.
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hite walls are a cheap, easy and pretty straightforward option when it comes to repainting an office interior. Why? Because they are safe and neutral. Recent studies suggest that white can hinder productivity, which is a little worrying considering that a majority of office interiors are predominantly white, off-white or gray. Research indicates that when it comes to re-painting office walls, the decision maker should avoid using the following: • Yellow in conference rooms – it can cause anxiety and people are more likely to lose their temper. • gray can be suppressive and depressing and can foster a lack of confidence in employees. • Red can over stimulate employees by raising blood pressure and respiration and can also stimulate feelings of
anger and hostility in employees – it is advisable to use this as an accent colour. • Brown walls can create a warm feeling but can also make a room seem dark and tends to de-energise employees. Steve Bays, Furniture Designer and Director at Century office comments: “Most companies choose the easy route and often tend to play it safe and pick white for walls or black office chairs which are actually not inspiring at all and doesn’t say much about the company or the brand that they are representing. It’s interesting because our clients are initially drawn to colours when choosing furniture but at the very last hurdle they tend to get nervous and go back to the safer option of black or grey office chairs.” Cool colours such as blue, green and grey are popular picks when it comes to most office interiors. These colours tend to soothe, boost concentration and
minimise anxiety. It is also worthwhile to factor in warm elements and accents to help keep up energy levels and increase productivity with splashes of red, orange, pink or yellow. This can be achieved through furniture such as brightly coloured chairs or workstation screens, rugs, artwork or even a block coloured feature wall against walls of white, gray, brown or blue. Century office are a leading uK office and contract furniture supplier, with over 40 years’ experience in the industry. They provide workplace solutions and offer a tailored approach for architects, interior designers and facility managers for small offices to large corporations as well as educational facilities. Visit the Century Office website at www.century-office.co.uk or telephone 08000 929301 for more information.
1. Remove the top. 2. Fold the frame. 3. Switch your space in seconds. Switch is a range of folding tables designed in Britain by Bruce High. A unique locking mechanism secures the top to the legs and a flexible scissor-style frame allows the user to assemble and disassemble the table quickly and easily. The durable, lightweight frame can be stowed away with the detached tops on a purpose-built trolley, allowing the user to manoeuvre up to 6 tables around a building and through standard sized doorways.
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A Dose of Creatifity at CDW 2018 Clerkenwell Design Week 2018 didn’t disappoint, and saw a host of new showrooms open their doors, including the new London base for Creatif at 79 Clerkenwell Road - one of the most talked about destinations at this year’s event.
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ast month we spoke to Dwight Bailey, Creatif’s Managing Director, about the up-coming showroom opening, as well as some of the latest workspace innovations that visitors could expect to see inside. We got back in touch, post Clernwell Design Week, to find out how it went. First, how did the public receive the showroom at Clerkenwell Design Week? CDW is always a great event and the feedback we received on the showroom was and has continued to be hugely positive. This is a testament to our team’s ability to design and create an immersive and functional workspace. Last month your new modular acoustic room, Seclusif, featured on the cover of our CDW issue – were you pleased with the launch?
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Seclusif Absolutely – Seclusif is a range we have been working on for some time, so it was great to finally be able to share it with everyone.
The range itself consists of extendable desks, lightweight chairs and smart storage units – all of which were equally well received at CDW.
Despite the increase in open plan, flexible and agile working spaces, there will always be the need for privacy. In Seclusif, we believe we have created the ideal solution and the feedback has been brilliant.
our effectif brochure has recently been published on our website, featuring the range in its entirety.
Another launch at CDW for you was Creatif’s range of workspace furniture, Effectif – which items caught the most attention from your range? our new showroom really gave us the ability to demonstrate the entire range in full, in the correct environment – and as a result, we’re already seeing some of the items from our first collection of furniture implemented into workspaces in the uK.
What’s next for Creatif? We will continue to add to our portfolio of solutions to help deliver workspaces that provide flexible space, acoustic comfort and employee wellbeing – whatever form it might take. Keep an eye out for up-coming seminars and events at our new showroom in the coming months. There will be plenty happening. To arrange a visit to Creatif’s new showroom at 79 Clerkenwell Road, go to www.creatif.org.uk
London just got MORE Creatif New showroom now open; 79 Clerkenwell Road - a destination showcasing Creatif’s leading moving wall systems and acoustic solutions. We invite you to come and meet our latest additions to the Creatif family; Seclusif modular acoustic rooms, and our 2018 collection of workspace furniture, Effectif. Visit our website for more info, or to book an appointment. www.creatif.org.uk
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The Power of Design Actiu has launched Power, an adjustable table system for offices that combines comfort and technology to promote healthier work.
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esigned by Javier Cuñado from ITeM Designworks, Power is the logical evolution of the adjustable table, created to provide a response to new work spaces that combine movement, functionality, technology, digital communication and operational positions. Power tables are equipped with electrification and the necessary connections to use any type of electronic device. The electrification output has a circular opening that rotates 180 degrees, allowing access from different angles of the surface. They are available in different models that fit with the different needs of current work spaces: • Individual and multiple positions for concentration with storage systems that allow integration with work tables. They have a part available which serves as a footrest to facilitate cleaning and maintain the base.
• In the case of positions integrated in different storage modules, Power promotes a close office and allows positions of collaboration and socialisation to be generated between team members.
• gen Positions is a new system of adjustable tables and organic shapes for working with concentration and collaboration. These tables have fixed or temporary sound, absorbing separation panels that allow configurations capable of independently regulating the height of each position. • Systems for videoconferences that facilitate training and collaboration through trapezoid shapes. The design connects present users and people on the other side of the screen. These systems promote connectivity through the integration of electrification towards the television. • Large-scale executive and meeting tables which, in the case of executive spaces, include elegant finishes, such as chestnut and ash. Visit www.actiu.com to find out more.
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It’s a Group Effort
Google hQ, penson Last month we addressed ergonomics in the workplace – now we’re turning to collaboration. Why is interaction and team work so important to businesses and how are modern offices being designed with this in mind?
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ollaborative working is central to the success of any forward-thinking organisation. It involves a group of people working collectively towards a common goal – freely exchanging ideas, skills and resources. collaboration encourages creativity, increases levels of productivity and promotes healthy employee relationships. The benefits are endless, both to individuals and business. Many companies are now completely redesigning their offices, opting for flexible workspaces that provide a variety of different areas, designed for different purposes. We’re saying goodbye to dingy enclosed cubicles and banal, uninspiring décor and greeting the innovatively-designed collaborative office environments of the future. Elements of a collaborative office • Inspiring meeting spaces (e.g. pods, shared work tables and brainstorming areas) • Flexible furniture (e.g. soft seating and ergonomic desks and chairs) • open-plan spaces that encourage
interaction (e.g. lounges and break out areas) • Quiet private spaces to focus on independent work • acoustic solutions to reduce noise in busy open-plan areas We’ve picked some of our favourite Uk offices that encourage collaboration in dynamic and ground-breaking ways. Google CGS super HQ, designed by PENSON The 160,000 sq.ft Google super headquarters covers an amazing
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variation of floors, including the main reception, a library, gymnasium, cafés and restaurants, a town hall, and many other trinkets all with long reaching panoramic views of london’s skyscape. cSG is a hybrid version of a london townhouse, with things like woolly living rooms, granny flat floors and roof top gardens at its pinnacle. There are 1,250 desks and 1,250 meeting chairs or collaboration seats within a floor area that is totally unique. effectively peNSoN has developed a masterpiece of cohesion between visual fun, unique
in.The Workplace : 19 un-themed concepts and commercialism which other organisations should look at very closely indeed. Clarion, designed by 3equals1 Design & BEH The 24,000 sq ft head office of clarion housing Group at More london is designed in 3equals1 Design’s fun and collaborative style. It povides a ‘grownup’, sophisticated and homely workspace for clarion’s lively workforce. With a maximum capacity of 258 people, the floor features three main open-plan agile working zones with no assigned desks. To prevent these large areas from feeling like a ‘call-centre’ environment, they have been interspersed with soft seating and collaborative work settings. Delineated by contrasting carpet colours and drop pendant feature lighting, they give workers variety and choice beyond their desks or meeting rooms. Chiswick Park II, designed by ThirdWay Interiors after the success of ThirdWay Interiors’ original marketing suite at chiswick park, it became apparent to them that
clarion, 3equals1 Design there was a gap in the market between conventional commercial office lettings and the ‘co-working’ trend. ThirdWay has since helped to define a new concept, coined cat a+, which challenges designers to create ‘plug and play’ spaces that appeal to a varied market and are built to last. But how do you design a space with
no specific client in mind? ThirdWay’s design at chiswick park had to combine the tastes and requirements of both corporate and creative clients. It also had to be future-proofed so that there was a simple and logical way to split the space should it be leased to more than one company. chiswick park II is a stylish co-working environment which inspires collaboration on all levels.
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The Ben Collection by JDD Furniture The Ben collection by JDD Furniture makes a statement. The collaborative pods are great for seating up to seven people. The Ben table fits in beautifully, giving a drop-down space for working. Ben pods are perfect for universities, libraries and large open offices, and provide a relaxed, comfortable area for co-working. www.jddfurniture.com
Idea Wall by Bene In short, it is a system that creates a digital creativity space, promoting inspiration and ideas. Suite by Hoylu, the smart technology package, provides the digital support needed during group ideation processes. This package, when integrated with Bene’s wall products, W4 and NOOXS, forms a multimedia innovation surface that presents space for up to seven people to work together on digital content. Bene have cooperated closely with a spin-off of the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria to develop an
interactive wall module for meetings, brainstorming sessions, visual presentations and innovation processes.
Atom Breakout by Boss Design Designed by Simon Pengelly, ATOM is a single unifying family of products comprised of seating, tables and desks, developed to bring harmony to the workplace. Unique in its adaptability, ATOM has been designed to respond to the way people interact within their working environments. ATOM engenders an open-minded approach to the way people work, creating collaborative space for interaction, the exchange of ideas and information, through to environments for focused individual work. www.bossdesign.com
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A Flooring Face Lift for Antwerp Radisson Blu The addition of Moduleo flooring complements the interior transformation of the Antwerp hotel Radisson Blu Astrid. Original chevron and diamond patterned oak flooring was selected for the hotel’s stunning banquet hall and breakfast room.
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he Antwerp hotel Radisson Blu Astrid, located on Koningin Astridplein, has undergone a complete metamorphosis. The largest part of the iconic building, by renowned architect Michael graves, was completely renovated at the request of international group Algonquin. The floors in the oval banquet hall and the breakfast room are exclusive designs by the Moduleo design team in partnership with London-based designer Alex Kravetz.
the developer teamed up with Alex Kravetz Design (AK Design) from London and FCM Architects from Brussels. The two renowned offices developed the new interior design together. The 255 hotel rooms were renovated. All the meeting rooms were also redesigned to provide a timeless and functional setting for events. In a final phase of the metamorphosis, the breakfast room, banquet hall, bar and lobby were modernised to allow the hotel to regain the grandeur of the past.
The hotel offers beautiful views of the impressive 16th century architecture of the area around Antwerp Central Station. For the ambitious interior design,
“Hungarian Point” in custom-made colours exclusive and unique Moduleo Moods flooring was chosen for the beautiful
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oval banquet hall. Stefan Cnapelynck of IVC group explains: “Here we used Moduleo Moods Chevron or “Hungarian Point” in custom-made colours, starting out from existing designs such as Country oak and Verdon oak. The oval space was divided into eight sections. From the centre of these sections, Moods Chevron was laid, without using tongue and groove. Where the Moods Chevron strips crossed the rays of the circle, they were cut. Starting from the centre-line of the next section, these fit perfectly with the previous section. A custom-made large octagon was created in the centre of the room.” The installation was a masterpiece, expertly produced by the installation team under the direction of Peter Jame and the company DIJA Floor and Wall cladding of Maaseik. Playing with wood colours A Custom-Made XL Diamond Pattern was selected for the breakfast room. A choice was made from the complete Moduleo Transform and Moduleo Impress collections. “For the breakfast room, the London designer opted for a warm mix of three colours from the IMPReSS wood collection, playfully and daringly interspersed with a
fourth wood colour that was repeated synchronously. This was based on the origami Moods pattern, albeit XL, and again Custom-Made in terms of colours. The rooms were stylishly framed with a Moduleo Impress standard plank, which completes the picture. Due to budgetary reasons, the original wood design was not feasible and also limited the options. Some perspectives opened up for an even more unique floor, more maintenance-friendly than real parquet. This means it is water-resistant, longlife no polish, non-abrasive and less susceptible to damage caused by stiletto
heels and other heavy pointed loads. The floor is hardly distinguishable from parquet, remains beautiful for longer and has an acoustic added value compared to parquet and laminate,” concludes Cnapelynck. IVC is the commercial branch of IVC Group, dedicated to creating unique floors for housing, retail, hospitality and leisure, office, healthcare and education projects. To find out more, visit www.ivc-commercial.com or www.moduleo.com
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Diversity in Design Forbo Flooring Systems has launched a new premium version of its General Purpose Vinyl (GPV) collection Eternal, delivering excellent performance characteristics and designed to inspire.
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ternal de Luxe has been designed for applications such as leisure and hospitality environments, retail boutiques, luxury homes and residential care homes. It is available in thirteen wood and nine stone designs, all of which can be specified in a compact format or decibel option, in two and four metre widths. It is advances in brand new in-register embossing techniques that really set this range apart. Within the wood range, nine of the designs feature state-ofthe-art, authentic embossed finishes, replicating the natural beauty of real wood, but with all the practical benefits of a sheet vinyl. Designs include both small and wide plank options which run the length of the sheet with minimal repeat thanks to the 1.5m printing cylinders, reflecting a variety of oak designs alongside more modern effects such as pine. The in-register embossed structure has also been used for the first time within the stone selection for the light concrete, dark concrete and charcoal designs,
which features an up-to-date embossed grouting resulting in a 50x50cm tile effect on sheet. For a modern twist on a classic floor, metallic designs in rectangular ‘tile’ designs also feature. Janet Lowe, Head of Marketing uK and Ireland at Forbo Flooring Systems, commented: “We’ve launched eternal de Luxe as a new range of premium sheet vinyl floor coverings with the design quality, realism and opulent appearance you would normally associate with luxury vinyl tiles. In this case, the range still benefits from our proven PuR Pearl and PuR Wood Pearl finishes, making the floor covering easy to clean, whilst its lasting performance guarantees that it will stay in prime condition, even under heavy traffic conditions.” A selection of the designs have also been accredited by The university of Stirling’s Dementia Services Development Centre (DSDC), meaning they are suitable for use within dementia-friendly environments. This is ideal for specifiers and contractors that want to create a modern, yet safe environment for those affected by dementia.
With their products, Forbo strive to create better indoor environments that make a positive contribution to the health of those that use them. Forbo’s eternal floor coverings are 100% phthalate free and produced using electricity from green, renewable resources. eternal de Luxe compact also has up to 70% recycled content in the backing. For more information, please visit www.forbo-flooring.co.uk/ eternaldeluxe
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The Specifier’s Guide to Flooring Launches at CDW The Specifier’s Guide to Flooring has recently launched in the UK. The publication, serving as a rich resource for the design industry, contains case studies, commentaries and key information on flooring products and materials.
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fficially unveiled at Shaw Contract’s showroom during Clerkenwell Design Week, The Specifier’s Guide to Flooring provides a specification tool for architects, designers, facilities managers and specifiers on all aspects of flooring. It explores key materials, from carpet to vinyl, ancillary products and accessories – and everything in-between. Following in the footsteps of highly successful sister publication - The Specifier’s Guide to Tile & Stone - the new flooring-focused guide includes commentary from the most prominent names in the industry, as well as technical analysis and inspirational imagery, from global case study references to exploded material makeups. Its official launch in London’s design district included a presentation from Fiona Bowman MBA CBIFM, FCMI Senior Facilities Management Consultant. Fiona described the guide as an “expert at your elbow” and praised its “compelling, substantive, clear and concise content; an invaluable guide for the complex specification process.” Simon Jackson, Design Consultant and sjjdc founder described it as “a must-have companion to ensuring appropriate specifications.” “The Specifier’s Guide to Flooring is the must-have publication for every architect, designer, FM and specifier from Land’s End to John ‘o Groats. Never before has there been such a comprehensive guide to all aspects of an installation, and we predict that it will become the flooring handbook for everybody involved in installations,” added David Strydom,
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Specifier’s Guide to Flooring will light the way for those seeking inspiration for their flooring requirements.” For more information, please visit www.specifiersguide.co.uk or contact Kick-Start Publishing on 01892 752 400.
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Subtle Art Deco Flair HI-MACS® has been specified for the impressive renovation of the Hoover Building in Perivale, West London. The modern and stylish apartments reflect the striking architecture of the art deco era.
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ne of London’s most iconic art deco buildings has been transformed by IDM Properties as part of a major restoration and renovation project which has seen part of the building converted into 66 stylish apartments. Many of the building’s original art deco features have been retained and restored, including grand staircases with wrought-iron bannisters, high-waisted dado rails, terrazzo flooring in the lobby and the original green colour scheme has been used in the corridors. of course, the rich heritage of the façade,
one of London’s most famous art deco landmarks, has also been preserved. Beyond the exceptional exterior and communal surroundings, the interior of the luxury apartments - which are available either as studios, or with one, two or three bedrooms - cleverly combine contemporary style with modern features, creating a unique and striking blend of the old and new. A central element of the design in these luxurious living spaces are the kitchens. HI-MACS® has been used to create impressive work surfaces in all 66 apartments. Contributing to the overall balance of high quality contemporary design with subtle art deco flair, the surfaces, which have been beautifully fabricated by Solid Fabrications Limited and supplied by James Latham, the exclusive distributor of HI-MACS® in the uK and Ireland, have been created using more than 100 sheets of HI-MACS® Andromeda. Debbie Northall of James Latham said:
“IDM Properties have created something really special at the Hoover Building. When you stand inside one of these apartments, you are surrounded by luxurious materials and cutting-edge design. The combination of original art deco architecture and modern styling make them extremely desirable and the specification team here at James Latham are delighted that HI-MACS® Andromeda was selected.” As well as its ability to be joined seamlessly so that it appears to be fashioned from a single piece of material, HI-MACS® is ultra-resistant and completely hygienic, and thus perfect for use with foodstuffs. Its pore-free surface prevents any build-up of waste or bacteria, making the kitchen surface easier to clean. Another nod to the building’s heritage in the kitchen is that the appliances, of course, have all been made by Hoover. Find out more about HI-MACS® at www.lathamtimber.co.uk
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A Taste of ‘Levantine Escapism’
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Goddard Littlefair has completed a £25m, top-to-toe transformation of The Principal Edinburgh Charlotte Square. The final element of the brief was the design and creation of an exciting new bar and restaurant, BABA.
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ABA is the stunning new destination restaurant and cocktail bar within the Principal Edinburgh Charlotte Square. Offering a boldly unconventional menu of simple, fresh and tasty small plate mezze dining, the restaurant’s unique twist is the flavour of ‘Levantine escapism’, infusing everything from its personality and design to the bold eastern Mediterranean food on offer. goddard Littlefair was asked to provide a step change in terms of the look and feel of the various spaces which make up the BABA venue. “to give these hospitality spaces a strong and unique personality, but at the same time ensure they linked well to the rest of the hotel, we incorporated a number of period elements that paid respect to the building, such as georgian-era tiling designs, as well as architectural salvage elements that linked other key spaces,” explains Will hutchings of goddard Littlefair. “We then alluded to the Levantine-
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influenced food on offer with a series of rugs fitted to the walls like tapestry artworks and via the richness of the colour scheme, which includes aubergine, teal and peacock leather armchairs, with the whole concept overlaid with a bold and contemporary freshness.” the BABA bar has its own street entrance which signals the unique
identity of the space within. A speciallycommissioned mural of the ‘host’, Mr Baba, based on a vintage photograph, provides the backdrop to the bar counter. Elements of this image re-occur within the restaurant and across BABA’s brand collateral. the bar itself has been refurbished with a re-finished, dark-stained, timber bar front and re-used zinc bar top,
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replete with the signs of ageing and character from its previous life. A new gantry above the bar counter has been constructed using mesh cages and scaffolding poles to provide storage and contemporary bar stools now allow guests to sit at the bar counter. the bar ceiling is painted in a rich teal tone, with multiple antique framed mirrors attached to it, reflecting the activity beneath. guests move from the bar to the restaurant via a glazed platform which allows views over the space before stepping down into it. At the base of the steps is the restaurant’s show kitchen and dining counter. this is the first of a series of dining spaces, also including the Map Room, the Salon and the Library, each with a different emphasis, in addition to the main restaurant space. the main area features a vibrant colour scheme and an industrial, distressed design feel, with strong elements of the Levantine in terms of colours and detailing. An arresting palette of deep teals and sea-green is used for the walls and ceilings, on top of which, specialist paint finishes have been applied by artist Diane hill to evoke the passing of time and hint at the building’s age
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and materiality. the deep red, terracotta and sea-green tiling adds a sense of glamour and excitement to the space. A chequerboard pattern, stencilled onto the floorboards, will wear with time and increase the scheme’s feel of worn authenticity. in the centre of the space, a row of banquettes has moveable divider screens so that the seating can be set up in variables of groups of ten. the screen sliders use hardware originally created
for barn doors and are set on rollers with timber frames and panels covered in red leather. the framework for the banquettes was created using reclaimed timber boards, surplus to requirements in the hotel’s third floor bedrooms, with decorative inset panels formed from interwoven strips of elasticated webbing, more traditionally used for the construction of chairs. “these are an excellent example of the resourceful upcycling we looked to
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incorporate wherever possible in the scheme,” comments goddard Littlefair Creative Director, Richard McCreadyhughes. Striking feature lighting includes five sets of bespoke, hand-forged lights with metal chandelier casings by Made by the Forge, as well as twenty pendant lights made up of fret strings along the inner and window sides of the restaurant and bar, by Danish designer Alexandra Raben. there are three more lights by the same designer along the restaurant’s back section and one super-sized one
in burnt orange over the ‘snug’ seating area. the Map Room, Salon and Library are individual ‘roomset’ spaces, semiseparated from the main restaurant. they function as private dining areas. the rooms are bold and colourful with certain shared design treatments, including white ceilings, stained timber floors and peacock blue walls and shelving. the overall feel is ‘luxurious clubhouse’, featuring softer fabrics, such as velvets, rather than the leather used for the main restaurant furniture, where there is more
need for high-usage robustness. the Map Room and the Salon are side-byside and face the Library and Dispense Bar. the corridor between that leads to some of the hotel’s bedrooms in the ‘old block’ section. Curtains are used to ensure a feeling of separateness from this through-traffic. the curtains are in hessian with a charcoal velvet leading edge, adding texture and countering the rich materials used elsewhere. To find out more about Goddard Littlefair, visit www.goddardlittlefair.com
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Curved Furniture is Taking Over SS18 Interiors At Cult Furniture, you can find an excellent choice of designer chairs, classic, modern furniture and lighting for the hospitality sector. Something making a big appearance this year is curved furniture.
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or a while now, interiors have featured sharp edges and sleek lines, something made more popular by the mid-century trend. This theme hasn’t completely disappeared from our radar, oh no, we’re still holding onto our marble coffee tables and velvet sofas. However, with that, this season marks the welcome of softer, more rounded shapes. We’re seeing a rise in curvy sectional sofas and round tables, with many people opting for these socialfriendly styles that almost hug the room. Curved furniture comes in many different shapes and forms, and of course, you can find everything you need at Cult Furniture; from big to small, as well as bold and elegant, it’s easy to rethink your space with curves. As this trend crosses over into a nostalgic ‘70s feel, we recommend going all out with the velvet Bronte wingback armchair, styled beside the Madison nesting side tables;
the faux-marble tops make it ideal for topping with a statement lamp like the elegance Metal table lamp. Bar stools continue to rule the SS18 interior design world for their portability and space-saving solutions, and now, you can merge the industrial look with sleek curves thanks to the Duke. goldtoned legs are met with a round fauxleather seat, making it both comfortable and eye-catching. We particularly love the circular bar around the legs; an art deco twist on the much-needed footrest. Taking a cosier route when it comes to bar stools, the Heather comes with a plush velvet backrest in many different colours, including blossom pink and royal blue. Looking to revamp a hotel bar or luxe restaurant? This one’s definitely for you. Meanwhile, for a more sophisticated
approach, the Paloma footstool features a round velvet seat, cast atop hairpin legs. Available in six different colourways, you may find it hard to choose just the one. opt for dark grey or black for monochrome rooms, leaving teal to pop beside light sofas. Remember, you can bring curves into any room and smaller accessories allow you to move them around freely when redesigning the home or commercial space. Here, we recommend Aria hanging wall mirror with its vintageinspired silhouette and classic simplicity. Both modern yet retro all the same, curved furniture can be anything you want it to be. one thing we’re sure of is it’s going to be big! For more information, visit www.cultfurniture.com or call 0208 1081374
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Unexpected Delights: Pub Meets the Fairground In the heart of Bloomsbury, Russell Sage Studio has created the second site for the hip darts club, Flight Club. At this central London venue, the studio presented a unique and exciting theme of Victorian try-your-luck fairground entertainment fused with traditional British pub charm.
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stablished in 2005, Russell Sage Studio prides itself on an original and creative approach to hospitality design, which puts people and their experiences at the forefront.
Following the success of Flight Club’s impressive Finsbury Square site, the designer, Russell Sage, was approached by the bar’s co-founder, Steve Moore, to begin work on the next venue, based in Bloomsbury.
Flight Club has become the home of Social Darts and offers a truly unique experience. the game of darts has been cleverly reinvented to be enjoyed by a wider audience, in particular, young people. Everything centres around the
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game. technology plays a fundamental role in the running of the venue; customers can order food and drinks through a tablet – there’s no need to go to the bar. “it’s a really fun and relaxed environment. it’s about the sport, but mainly it’s about hospitality,” explains Russell. Russell Sage Studio drew on their research and understanding from the first project, developing existing styles and themes. the design concept for Flight Club Bloomsbury was: what happens when a pub goes to the fairground? the studio wanted to showcase a mixture of traditional pub elements and elaborate circus elements, fusing them together to create
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an entertaining and memorable experience for customers. Russell comments: “With Flight Club, we set out capture the imagination of millennials. in this day and age, going out is different – it’s all about those big ‘instagram moments’ and the sharing of experiences. We wanted Flight Club to echo this. the space has many points of interest to get people excited and it can be experienced and explored in many ways. it is blurred, not perfectly defined and most importantly, it’s fun.” hidden within a 1980s-office block, Flight Club Bloomsbury is spread over two floors: the ground floor and the basement. the venue boasts nine oches with the same accompanying electronic scoreboards as the Finsbury Square site and has a capacity for 250 people. When entering the bar, you discover a world of fairground fun and childish delights. With arresting flashing lighting, rich colour schemes and extravagant circus features, it is a space full of character which rouses feelings of joy and wonderment. the vibrant carousel-themed bar makes
a statement with its original detail and eye-catching illuminations. For Russell, this was the most memorable part of the project. “the bar is L-shaped, curving round the side of the room. As the main feature, we wanted it to be viewed from lots of different angles. We incorporated lots of fine detail, shelving and opted for classic leather bar stools.” Old-fashioned wood panelling and aged, distressed walls hark back to a bygone era of pub society. the colour yellow is featured throughout the space, which again plays on the traditional pub theme. the furniture is good quality yet straightforward and there are plenty of tables for circulation. Chairs are covered with deep coloured leathers and the overall style of the seating, like many other elements of the interior, is very traditional. Over the course of the project, the studio worked with an array of contractors and lighting designers, as well as some small bespoke companies. Lighting played a major role in the aesthetic of the venue. in keeping with the buzzing fairground experience, chasing lights
were added across the ceiling, making the space appear visually busy and to create a sense of speed and energy. “An important element for us to consider was the lighting of the oches,” reflects Russell. “We figured this out while we were working on the previous site. the dart boards needed to be lit perfectly. Like with any hospitality design project, practicality is key.” there are lots of interesting details and themes to add to the unique experience. “We have created little stories in the interior to generate discussion. At Flight Club, there are many hidden corners to explore!” the client was very pleased with the final outcome. Russell Sage Studio drop in every now and then to see how the space in functioning. the bar is running very smoothly and is equally as popular as its sister venue. Flight Club continues to expand. in fact, Russell Sage Studio are currently working on a new location, in Manchester. To find out more, visit www.russellsagestudio.co.uk
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Bringing the Outdoors in ‘Indoor goes outdoor’ is a familiar trend in the design of outdoor furniture for foodservice. However, it also works the other way around – why not use an outdoor chair indoors for a change?
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utdoors or indoors, the elias chair cuts a dash in any situation. on terraces, in street cafés and outside ice cream parlours, it spreads good mood and summer feelings. It can also provide colourful accents in canteens or modern conference areas and impresses with its practicality and clean-cut design. elias is robust, easy to clean and stackable. Its trendy, retro design comes in simple white, as well as brick red or olive green. The slim steel frame is powder-coated in a matching colour. The comfortable, slightly rounded seat shell is made of polypropylene and is available with a closed or perforated backrest. Interesting effects can be achieved by combining chairs of different colours and different style seat shells. The elias is an
eye-catching and versatile all-rounder, indoors and outdoors. The elias, together with other new products and design classics, as well as furnishing ideas and innovative
solutions for various catering concepts, are available in the 2018/2019 go IN catalogue. Find out more at www.go-in.co.uk
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