A TIMELESS TRANSFORMATION Atkinson & Kirby has provided engineered lacquered flooring for luxury
Grade II waterfront apartments and penthouses while in keeping with the original character of the building.
The Huller & Cheese development, in Bristol, has undergone a huge transformation from a Grade II listed building and former warehouse into 50 new contemporary apartments, that overlook Bristol’s Floating Harbour.
Before the development began, the distinctive characteristics of both buildings were taken into consideration. The Cheese Factory has large windows and concrete columns, whereas Huller House has exposed brick, timber and ironwork. In additional to the original structures, two brand new storeys have been added to the buildings, creating six luxury penthouse apartments.
Gollop Contract Flooring Ltd, based in Bristol, handled the specification and installation of the flooring. The company decided to use Atkinson & Kirby’s Caledonian Oak flooring, to add a timeless feel to both Huller House and the Penthouses, whilst also complementing the traditional features.
The Caledonian Range has been designed to demonstrate the elegance and natural beauty of a hardwood floor. The range is perfectly suited to modern interiors offering both solid and engineered products.
Engineered timber flooring is becoming increasingly popular, as the wider widths and the 2-metre-plus lengths give designers more choice, particularly with the new textures and surface definitions emerging, providing a quick and effective way to refurbish both residential and commercial spaces.
Andy Gollop, managing director of Gollop Contract Flooring, commented: “The challenging part of this project was trying to adhere to the natural, distinctive characteristics of the building. However, Atkinson & Kirby’s wide selection allowed us to find the perfect product to suit our requirements.”
Paul Isaacs, managing director for Generator South West: said: “We have taken particular care to ensure every aspect of this luxury development has been designed to the highest possible standards. Atkinson & Kirby’s Caledonian range perfectly suits the high-end interior design, which is consistent throughout the development, and has helped to create a real ‘wow factor’ for potential buyers.
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Paul Martin, group product marketing manager for Atkinson & Kirby, added: “We are extremely proud that our flooring was selected for this development. Our range is extremely versatile, making it ideal for a variety of applications.
“As an industry leader in hardwood flooring we are committed to finding new, innovative concepts and designs, whilst providing the authentic flooring our customers are accustomed to.
“With so many years under our belt we have a wealth of knowledge and expertise at our finger tips, having supplied floors for a variety of projects including residential, hospitality and retail. Over the years we have experimented with various types and styles of wood in order to bring our customers the finest offerings in flooring.”
As well as a comprehensive product portfolio, Atkinson & Kirby also offers a ‘specials service’, which is available for clients who want a more bespoke option. The company also offers a matching service, whereby the exact colour and type of flooring can be matched, and turned around in a matter of weeks. An example of this can be seen at the Museum of Scotland, where Atkinson & Kirby replicated the original red oak flooring perfectly.
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