ATKINSON & KIRBY
LAUNCH NEW WEBSITE Timber flooring specialist, Atkinson & Kirby has launched a new website to enhance the overall user experience for visitors.
Users can now enjoy enhanced navigation and functionality, making the experience much more accessible. The new website also provides mobile device users with an updated viewing experience that works perfectly with all web browsers.
The site showcases Atkinson & Kirby’s full range of flooring solutions, complete with detailed product information, and the updated case study section on the website also provides clients with the option to view previous examples of Atkinson & Kirby’s work, which includes a number of high profile domestic and commercial projects.
For clients looking for information on installing products, the new advice centre tab is clearly signposted on the homepage to provide customers with up to date product information, to ensure that all users have the necessary data required. The renewed advice section also provides users with a range of installation and maintenance instructions to aid customers with the installation of Atkinson & Kirby’s products.
Since the site launched, the volume of traffic to the webpage has doubled, with customers offering excellent feedback on the functionality. Users have also been impressed with the new option to request flooring samples, giving customers the opportunity to see different flooring styles before purchasing.
Paul Martin, group product marketing manager for the Archwood Group, which includes Atkinson & Kirby, said: “The launch of the new website will offer visitors the chance to see our full range of flooring options for both private and commercial applications. The simplistic layout not only makes it easier for our customers to browse the site, but it also provides a much more user-friendly experience, making it easier for clients to browse the flooring options available.”
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will be a must-see for architects, interior designers, facilities mangers, developers and contract managers.
THE CONTRACT ZONE
COMING TO HARROGATE The Flooring Show 2017 will take place from 17-19 September at Harrogate International Centre. As the show continues to grow, this year will see the launch of The Contract Zone.
Located in Hall Q, The Contract Zone will feature a central display of the latest trends and innovations in the contract flooring sector with exhibition stands from key brands. This latest development
The Contract Zone is supported and sponsored by the Contract Flooring Association, who will also be running a Demonstration Zone with a specific focus on contract flooring. Also located in Hall Q will be the Trends Hub, once again curated by Scarlet Opus, and a specific seminar area, which will host CPD certified seminars, giving visitors from the contract sector a chance to add to their professional development.
After listening to feedback from visitors to the 2016 Flooring Show, event organisers, Wendy Adam’s Associates, have developed this specialised area to meet the huge demand for a Contract Zone. The Flooring Show is delighted to be introducing, what will hopefully become, a principal area of future shows.
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SBID LAUNCHES FIRST
UK PAVILION The Society of British and International Design (SBID) launched the first UK pavilion for interior design with the Department of International Trade (DIT) and Overseas Fairs Division at the international flooring tradeshow Domotex 2017.
The initiative follows the DIT commitment to improving UK trade internationally. With focus on the creative industries, it aims to pioneer as a platform to promote the goods and services of British businesses
worldwide. SBID played a principal role in consulting Overseas Fairs Division and the Department of International Trade on behalf of interior design and will be at the forefront of the development of future pavilions hosting trade receptions for the interior design industry.
A representative from Overseas Fairs said “This was the first year we had an official UK pavilion at Domotex and we supported UK manufacturers and suppliers from all sectors within the floor coverings. A vast number of export enquiries were taken at the show by companies and the stand was an excellent networking platform”.
The government endorsed initiative will bring multiple benefits for participating exhibitors and SBID members, including unparalleled networking, advice and business support as well as the opportunity to apply for financial support to be part of the stand. UK businesses trading overseas are eligible and can get involved or find out more about the next pavilion by contacting the SBID.
SBID’s primary objective is the continued development of the profession of interior design at the highest level of competence.
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