FLOORING
A PINT WITH A LITTLE LUXURY
David Bigland, Managing Director at Moduleo UK and Ireland, shares the latest hospitality design trends and the benefits of Luxury Vinyl Tiles (LVT) for bars and pubs.
WHAT ARE THE BIGGEST INTERIOR DESIGN TRENDS
IN PUBS RIGHT NOW? Traditionally, pubs have opted for a rustic style, however we’re increasingly seeing owners/designers looking for something a little different. In recent years, the pub industry has experienced some decline, making it more important than ever before to move away from the norm.
While high numbers of pubs are still staying true to their heritage with a rustic feel, we’re seeing designers and specifiers find new ways to be unique. Thanks to the evolution of new technologies in the luxury vinyl flooring industry, we’re now able to meet the demand for bespoke requests, and changing something
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as simple as the shape or colour of a single tile, is a much simpler process.
Our Moduleo Moods collection is a response to the demand for one- of-a-kind designs, and provides our customers with a creative studio to create their own distinct vision. Through the collection, up to 110 unique wood and stone-effect designs can be created using the wide range of tile shapes available including: hexagons, chevrons, triangles and diamonds.
Another key design trend for pubs, which has been prevalent for a number of years now, and continues to be so, is herringbone. Herringbone designs have become increasingly popular over the past year or so. This design is actually over 300 years old but again, thanks to
new technology, more variations of this much-loved pattern have become more readily available. Not only has the basic shape and design changed with the introduction of a chevron style, but the colour options have also become much more adventurous.
WHAT WERE THE BIGGEST DESIGN CHANGES IN THE SECTOR IN THE LAST
TEN YEARS? Changes in the sector relate heavily to the flexibility now on offer in the industry. Pubs are continuously moving away from traditional carpet, and opting for luxury vinyl as a result of the benefits it provides. Carpet can be soon become tired from daily wear and tear, while LVT is
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