FLOORS & FLOORING
COMFORTABLE CONCRETE RETOLD BY MILLIKEN FOR THE CHANGING WORKPLACE
Milliken ’ s popular Carbon Neutral carpet tile collection Comfortable Concrete has been reimagined by the company ’ s in-house UK design team . Comfortable Concrete Retold is available with fresh new designs and updated colours , as well as a new value engineered construction to help meet the market needs of the current climate . The collection is inspired by the raw , urban feel of the concrete metropolis and street style . The colour palette has evolved to reflect the trend for warmer and lighter colours . There ’ s a shift from the greys of old , to greige : a combination of grey and beige – a warmer tone that provides the perfect backdrop to the pops of mossy greens , watery aquas and blush pinks .
Comfortable Concrete Retold can help to create a calm and soothing environment through the sensitive use of nurturing colours and comforting textures . The bold patterns and colours can be combined with the calm and understated to create reassuring and nurturing safe spaces , as well as playful and animated break-out areas . Neutral shades create depth and interest by blending from light to dark . Comfortable Concrete Retold offers the flexibility to create energetic spaces with an urban edge whilst ensuring a cohesive look throughout . With its highly textured effect ( using Milliken ’ s patented patterning technology Millitron ® ) a sophisticated urban aesthetic is created .
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RETRO RESURGENCE : THE PLIMSOL ROAD PROJECT BY HAVWOODS
Located in North London is this striking 70s-inspired home . Combining retro interiors with sci-fi accents , the large open plan living space was designed by Holloway Interior Architects and comprises a living room , kitchen diner , home office and the focal point – a freestanding bathtub at the end of the room .
A neutral base including limewashed plaster walls and light wooden furniture complements a bold and abstract colour palette of oranges and greens . The soft undertones of Havwoods ’ Douglas Fir Snow Select 300mm 1-Strip boards sit perfectly against the earthy tones , introducing light and a feeling of space into the home .
Photos : Edmund Dabney
The tall ceilings and large windows result in an airy and inviting space , packed with character . In the living area , a dark red sofa and bright orange armchair pair beautifully with leather dining chairs and an earthy coloured tabletop . The wide planks which span the length of the property naturally elongate the space , allowing for a seamless flow from the living room into the kitchen .
The Chef-style stainless steel kitchen cabinetry provides an industrial edge , running from the floor up to the splashback and into the overhead cabinets . The soft flooring from Havwoods is a welcome contrast , adding warmth to the kitchen , whilst still naturally zoning the room .
The limewash walls continue into the home office , where a beautiful bathtub stands freely , positioned next to the window . The natural elements of the floorboards reflect the greenery in the houseplants , ceiling light and desk chair , adding welcome texture and a cosy feel to the home .
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