WHAT’S NEW?
FROM INSPIRATION TO INSTALLATION: HAVWOODS INTRODUCES NEW SAMPLE KIT
Wood surface specialist Havwoods is introducing a new sample box for Spring 2026, designed to support architects, interior designers and developers throughout the material specification process.
Bringing together a curated selection of hero flooring samples alongside complementary surface solutions in a beautifully packaged box, the kit enables finishes to be reviewed side by side, helping designers move confidently from early concept development through to final material selection – and build their sample libraries in the process.
To support a wide range of project sectors and specification requirements, the boxes can be configured to suit different design needs. Options include luxury residential flooring edits, mixed flooring and surface selections, dedicated surface boxes and high-street project formats, with a workspace-focused version currently in development. This flexible approach allows Havwoods to provide more customised material tools that respond directly to the evolving needs of designers and specifiers, supporting them from early inspiration to completed installation.
Manufactured on-site in Surrey using entirely FSC-certified materials, the boxes reflect Havwoods’ continued focus on responsible sourcing and local production. The outer construction uses high-quality, fully recyclable uncoated paper produced in the UK, helping to reduce transport distances and associated emissions while maintaining a premium finish.
Physical sampling continues to play a central role in material decision-making. Havwoods’ luxury wood samples, available via next-day delivery, enable designers to build and refine their sample libraries quickly and more effectively. Experiencing timber surfaces in situ ensures that grain, colour variation and scale can be evaluated with confidence.
Alongside physical samples, Havwoods provides a comprehensive digital platform for material exploration. Its online inspiration gallery showcases real interior projects across residential, commercial and hospitality settings, allowing designers to reference practical applications and identify new surface opportunities. Detailed technical information, product specifications and ordering functionality further support efficient project planning.
By offering both physical and digital resources, Havwoods enables designers to move seamlessly from inspiration through to installation, ensuring timber surfaces can be specified with clarity, creativity and technical assurance.
www.havwoods.com/uk
INTERFACE APPOINTS NILS RÖDENBECK AS VICE PRESIDENT & COMMERCIAL LEADER, EMEA
Interface has appointed Nils Rödenbeck as Vice President and Commercial Leader for the EMEA region.
In this role, Nils will lead Interface’s commercial strategies across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), with responsibility for commercial teams, customer service, and sales and technical support. He will also help advance Interface’s growth objectives in the region, with a focus on growing its carpet tile business, expanding the company's resilient portfolio, and diversifying its presence across market segments such as healthcare and education.
Nils brings 19 years of experience at Interface, having held senior commercial and general management roles across Europe. Most recently, he served as Vice President, Commercial for DACH & UKIMEA, overseeing the company’s commercial operations across key EMEA markets, including major markets such as the UK and Germany.
Prior, Nils was Vice President & General Manager for Interface DACH, where he led the company’s business across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland focused on the Interface-branded product portfolio including carpet tile and luxury vinyl tile (LVT). Most notably, he drove significant growth in the DACH business while successfully leading the organisation through a period of intense global disruption.
Throughout his career, Nils has built and led high performing teams, with expertise in specification-driven markets and experience across Interface’s full portfolio. He also brings a steadfast commitment to the company’s aggressive sustainability goals and core values to his new role.
Jim Poppens, Chief Commercial Officer of Interface said: “If you have ever been fortunate to work with him, you know his passion for our company, our success, our values, and our sustainability commitments. He will stay close to our customers and help strengthen our product
portfolio through design and innovation to meet their needs.”
Nils completed his Executive Education at Harvard Business School and holds additional business qualifications through a dual MBA program. He is currently based in Germany.
www.interface.com/GB
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