BEND THE RULES OF DESIGN : CURVED APPLICATION SOLUTIONS FROM HAVWOODS
DIALLING DOWN NOISE AT SEVEN DIALS MARKET
INTERIORS & INTERIOR DESIGN
BEND THE RULES OF DESIGN : CURVED APPLICATION SOLUTIONS FROM HAVWOODS
Market-leading wood surface specialists , Havwoods , has developed and enhanced its collection to include new and innovative veneers that can be applied to curved surfaces - with the addition of the Elegante and PureVeneer ranges .
Offering versatility and flexibility , these groundbreaking collections offer architects , designers and homeowners the opportunity to create stunning designs , made from high-quality materials , which can be applied to curved surfaces such as walls , cabinetry and furniture .
The 3-dimensional Elegante veneers introduce beauty in intricate shapes that add texture to any space . Constructed using thin layers of Ayous and meticulously milled in the Italian countryside ; the product is then bleached , stained and layered for a truly stunning and bespoke timber-based design solution .
The low-density structure means that the veneers are extremely lightweight compared to an alternative wood equivalent , resulting in a more amenable and flexible product that can be fixed onto walls , furniture , cabinetry and subtly curved surfaces .
Part of the PurePanel collection , the PureVeneer sheets from Havwoods are pre-finished , flat sheet veneers that offer fantastic flexibility to create stylish and unique interiors for both residential and commercial spaces .
Versatile and ready to use , the sheets offer the same distinctive look and feel as solid wood but are a more affordable and time-saving option . Coloured to complement some of Havwoods ’ most popular flooring designs , the collection includes everything from the rich tones of Walnut and Vernon to the sandy hues of Artenay and Paron .
www . havwoods . com / uk
DIALLING DOWN NOISE AT SEVEN DIALS MARKET
Seven Dials Market in Covent Garden is a market and dining space occupying the 19th Century Thomas Neal ’ s Warehouse . Designed by architects Stiff + Trevillion for client Kerb , the scheme comprises 23,680 square metres of food , drink and entertainment space .
Centred around a large open atrium under a large skylight , the two-floor market features a rich and diverse collection of 20 independent food and drink businesses offering cuisine from around the world .
Part of the Stiff + Trevillion ’ s design was to draw on the building ’ s history as a former banana storage warehouse and the resultant space is contemporary in style yet rooted in its heritage . The design of the building retains many original features carefully restored and refurbished including cast iron beams and brickwork arches on a flagstone floor . As with all large , open spaces covered with hard surfaces , controlling acoustics was essential in providing a comfortable space for staff and visitors . As a result , Troldtekt wood wool acoustic panels in a black finish were specified for use around the central skylight to help acoustical performance .
This is an excellent example of how acoustic panels can be incorporated into a project allowing architects to design modern , large spaces with hard surfaces but mitigating the problems stemming from long reverberation time and reflected sound .
Troldtekt acoustic panels are available in a variety of different structures and colours , combining superior sound absorption with an award-winning design . The Troldtekt range has a minimum expected life cycle of 50 years coupled with excellent resistance to humidity and tested to meet ball impact standards . The range is available in various sizes and structures , from extreme fine to fine . They can be supplied as natural wood or finished in almost any RAL or NCS colour .
Depending on the panel specified , reaction to fire is classed in accordance with EN 13501 as B-s1 , d0 or A2-s1 , d0 respectively . Cradle to Cradle Certified ® at Gold level , Troldtekt wood wool acoustic panels are manufactured using wood from certified forests ( PEFC™ and FSC ® C115450 ) and can contribute positively to a building ’ s BREEAM , WELL or LEED points .
Samples , case studies and technical guidance are available from www . troldtekt . co . uk or see our product listings on NBS ( https :// bit . ly / 3vxoTfq ) or Material Bank ( www . materialbank . eu ).
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