Floors: contemporary refinement

FABULOUS FLOORS

Floor tiles are great for high-traffic areas or rooms that endure humid conditions, such as a bathroom or kitchen. An excellent way to create a sense of space is to use the same tiles as the floor all the way up the walls. Large-format tiles mean less grouting, and will also make the room feel larger and provide a more contemporary overall look.

Opposite Page Wow Design’s tile collections can be combined to create a contemporary decorative look that adds dimension to flat surfaces (www.wowdesigneu.com).

Right This stunning stone floor in Travertino Light is a soft, porous and banded limestone from the sedimentary stone class. It gives a sophisticated light and serene ambience to any style of living space. Available from Mercado da Pedra in Avenida de Salamanca in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.mercadodapedra.com).

Below Right The Keraben Cadord collection, shown here in the beige 75x75-centimetre version, is a porcelain decorative floor tile inspired by the stone-wood fusion that gives it an especially attractive natural look. Available from Decorbaño in C/ Juan de la Cierva in Pol. Ind. Estepona (www.decorbagno.com).

Below Bisazza’s Pienza Nero Lux collection features a black and white contrast that is eye-catching and dynamic (www.bisazza.com).

LAMINATED WOODEN FLOORING

Left IM3106 natural varnished oak laminate flooring from Quick Step has a Uniclic system and is waterproof with Scratch Guard technology. Available from Decodan Studio in Avda. Juan Carlos I in Estepona and Marmorin Design Center on Marbella’s Golden Mile (www.decodanstudio.com).

Below The Aspen wood-effect tile collection from Peronda is highlighted by knots and a strong veined pattern that gives it an especially warm appearance. The collection comes in the new 195x121.5-centimetre format, with the choice of four shades and a natural finish. Available from Decorbaño in C/ Juan de la Cierva in Pol. Ind. Estepona (www.decorbagno.com).