The Art of Design Issue 46 2020 | Page 75

75 The design brief was to create an interior that was as luxurious as its location, and to maximise the amazing views over the ocean. In addition, the home also had to be practical to meet the demands of modern family life, as young children would be living in the apartment once completed. The owners would also be entertaining both their clients and guests, and so to combine both business and family life, wanted to add warmth and character throughout, both of which were previously lacking in the home. The incorporation of timber flooring was at the top of the homeowner’s wishlist. Havwoods offered the perfect solution, with the Notte board in the Chevron pattern chosen from The Italian Collection to enhance the scheme. The overall look of the beautiful timber provides warmth, character and timeless sophistication to the property. The rich tones of the wood offer a sense of luxury and the design for the apartment evolved from the flooring up. Inspired by the intricate floors of Italy, The Italian Collection from Havwoods comprises chevron, herringbone and plank style boards, available in a spectrum of shades. Narrower in form and offering a thinner composition, their size offers the flexibility to create more complex flooring patterns for the perfectly luxurious finishing touch to any style of home. www.havwoods.com [email protected] +44(0)1524 737000