INTERIORS


Furlong Flooring extends Trident range with trend-led Plains and modern Heathers


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urlong Flooring has launched a contemporary refresh of its bestselling Trident twist carpet range, introducing a


sharper palette of plains and heathers designed to refl ect current interior trends and deliver greater versatility across the home. Manufactured in the UK by Furlong Flooring under its Regency Carpets brand, Trident remains one of the industry’s most reliable, high-performing twist carpets. The refreshed colour palette has been


developed to align with today’s design preferences, off ering a versatile spectrum from calm, understated neutrals to richer,


more characterful tones. This new additions to the range support both classic and contemporary interiors, making Trident an ideal whole-house solution. Heather shades include Semolina, Pandora,


Bathstone, Twilight, Mercury, Ash, Maple Leaf, Rusting Oak, Soft Truffl e, Woodland Trill, Drifted Stone and Velvet Sand. Plains are available in Quicklime, Pebble, Cicogna, Graphite Silk, Coral Cove, Taupe, Sage Whisper, Amber Clay Driftwood Hue, Silver Frost, Oyster shell and Antique Ivory. Trident features Furlong Flooring’s


award-winning Combi-bac® backing. Providing a fl exible yet robust structure it makes the carpet easier to transport, handle and fi t. The range is stain resistant and bleach cleanable, moth and insect proof and off ers excellent appearance retention, with colour fastness to light rated 4/5. Engineered for long-term performance,


Trident meets Class 23 Heavy Domestic and Class 33 Heavy Commercial classifi cations to BS EN 1307. Its tufted cut pile construction uses 100% recycled yarn, balancing durability, comfort and sustainability. A 10-year wear warranty and dependable UK manufacture ensure consistent stock availability, a hallmark of Furlong Flooring’s service model. “Trident is one of the industry’s most loved


carpet ranges and the additions of the new Plains and Heathers further reinforces its wide


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market appeal,” commented Ian Collacott, sales director at Furlong Flooring. “Trident Plains and Heathers are ranges that off ers


practical benefi ts to the installer as well as meeting the trend-led aesthetic desires of the homeowner.” With its latest update, Trident reinforces its position as a practical, proven favourite, designed to support the trade with performance, consistency and simplicity, while off ering homeowners a stylish, whole-house fl ooring solution.


01322 628 700 www.furlongfl ooring.com


Cafe Portrait, National Galleries Scotland: Portrait


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he National Galleries Scotland: Portrait in Edinburgh, a grand, neo- gothic listed building, offers visitors a journey through the country’s past and present with a remarkable collection of paintings, sculptures, photography, and fi lm. The cafe, managed by Heritage Portfolio is a popular destination for visitors, set in a light and spacious area.


Space Solutions led the design and refurbishment of the café, to modernise the space while preserving the historic character of the building. The aim was also to create an improved user experience in a multi-purpose space that could easily host casual day-time visitors,


serve as a destination for small


groups and meetings, and transform at night to host larger gatherings and events. The open-plan cafe had ongoing noise issues that needed to be addressed, requiring innovative solutions to control sound without


compromising aesthetic. As a listed building, securing a ceiling solution


directly to the soffi t was not permitted. The challenge was to create a modern, visually appealing environment that harmonised with the building’s heritage while enhancing acoustic performance.


Solution


Space Solutions designed three art installations in the existing lighting tracks that could also function as acoustic rafts. Featuring multi-coloured panels at different angles, these rafts not only address acoustic challenges but also complement the Gothic architecture. The acoustic rafts were made up of three Zentia Sonify Tilt canopy rafts, delivering on both aesthetic and functional requirements. The Sonify rafts are rated Class A in sound absorption and were chosen for their ability to control reverberation and noise levels in the cafe’s open-plan layout. The rafts were specifi ed in a mixture of YE3 (pale yellow), RE5 (soft red), and WH1 (white).


To comply with the building’s listed status, a primary Unistrut structure was used to suspend the grid system suffi ciently, ensuring that no alterations were made to the soffi t. The installation, carried out by 2T Joiners


Ltd, was completed in January 2025. The Sonify Tilt canopy rafts have improved the acoustic quality of the space while maintaining the design’s artistic integrity. The rafts provide better sound management, ensuring a more pleasant experience for the cafe’s customers.


This project exemplifi es how thoughtful design and modern solutions can transform a historic space without compromising its original charm.


0191 497 1000 www.zentia.com/en-gb


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