INTERIORS & INTERIOR DESIGN
USING CONCRETE IN THE HOME
Founded in 2009 and based in Yorkshire , Verus Construction , the modern residential specialist has recently completed a luxury home project on Sandmoor Avenue , Leeds . Through the use of polished concrete flooring throughout the ground floor , the specialist team has created a distinctive home that celebrates open plan living , brutalism and minimalist luxury .
Damian Barker , Founder and CEO of Verus Construction , says of the completed project : “ In the last decade there ’ s been a real shift in interest toward buildings using concrete as part of attentiongrabbing home interiors . We ’ ve seen exposed concrete ceilings and particularly polished concrete flooring spike in popularity , giving the feeling of a simple and honest shell and creating clean and calming spaces . Brutalism as an interior style often makes use of concrete surfaces , creating hard angles whilst still managing to feel both warm and welcoming as interior flooring and walls merge and flow into the outdoor landscape .”
COHESIVE CONCRETE SPACES
A polished concrete floor has been used throughout the ground floor of Sandmoor Avenue . Hardwearing , easy to clean and dust resistant , this industrial look is on trend and works brilliantly with the underfloor heating installed throughout .
The cool modern concrete style has been mimicked through the use of polished plaster on the fireplace surround to continue the clean lines and connectivity throughout the home . The fireplace blends seamlessly into the surrounding walls and acts as a focal point in the ground floor , connecting the hallway , kitchen diner and living room together to create a calm and connected living space . The cohesion and simplicity throughout the home creates a quiet luxury , elevating the interiors whilst maintaining tranquillity and balance .
The clean aesthetic creates a serene space that seamlessly flows into the outdoors . The industrial style of the flooring has been complemented with pops of colour by the owners to create a trendy and sleek living space .
OPEN PLAN LIVING
When considering the space , Damian and his team decided to create double height glass walls to complement the concrete flooring and streamline the eye , guiding you through the home via the consistency of the material , creating a connected space that flows naturally into the concrete patio outdoors .
The trend of open plan living spaces has grown hugely over the last few years . Using industrial and natural surfaces such as stone , wood and concrete in your indoor living spaces creates a connection to your outdoor living space . . The concrete floor matches seamlessly with the patio flooring to create an open plan space that allows the garden to be an extension of the home .
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