FLOORING
A Sumptuous Dining Experience : Ted Todd ’ s Bourne Sets the Stage
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When the award-winning , Glasgow-based interior design practice IBDP ( Interiors by Dominic Paul ) were asked to design the latest high-concept restaurant from the Hunky Dory Group , creators of the popular Chaakoo Bombay Café , Panang and Toplabamba , the result was Zhima , a masterful blend of contemporary luxury and traditional Chinese influences .
Every aspect of the design , from the bespoke artwork and statement lighting to the carefully curated furniture , showcases meticulous attention to detail , creating a cohesive and visually stunning dining experience .
This ‘ meticulous attention to detail ’ extended , of course , to the floor . In a restaurant environment , careful consideration must be given to the functionality of a floor , its durability and splash resistance , as well as practicalities with regard to ongoing maintenance , but beyond these ‘ mechanical ’ factors , a beautiful floor serves as a foundational element , providing a canvas upon which the rest of the design unfolds , complementing the furniture , lighting , and décor .
IBDP opted to collaborate with Ted Todd , purveyors of fine wood flooring for over 30 years , with their extensive portfolio of prestigious hospitality projects ( Benihana , Six by Nico , Skof , The Alchemist ) and a wealth of awards ( Restaurant & Bar Design Awards , International Hotel & Property Awards , SBID International Interior Design Awards ).
Ted Todd ’ s expert team of specification consultants provided tailored wood flooring recommendations , samples and detailed specification documents , leading IBDP to choose Bourne from Ted Todd ’ s Project collection , a range of floors that celebrates the natural characteristics of wood , embracing the beauty of nature .
Bourne ’ s deep tones , both dark and warm , accentuate the knots , colour variation and occasional sap that are the hallmarks of this nature grade European Oak floor , and the considerable plank width ( 190mm ) creates a broad canvas upon which to display these alluring characteristics . 14mm thick with a 3mm wear layer , Bourne offers impressive durability . A hardened oil finish that combines a natural look with a subtle sheen , augments that durability while providing highly effective splash-resistance . FSC certification , the environmental gold standard of the timber industry , is the icing on the cake ( or ‘ the flowers on the brocade ’, to use the equivalent Chinese expression ).
Ted Todd ’ s Bourne plays a strong supporting role in Zhima ’ s striking design , where grandeur , ambience and intimacy combine to create a dining experience that is not only Instagram-worthy — rich textures , intricate fretwork , thrilling gold accents — but one which is truly unforgettable , simultaneously sophisticated , sumptuous and inviting .
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