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Flooring that makes the most of a variety of spaces
FOR THE REFINERY, a new-build student accommodation complex in Leeds, Jasper Sanders + Partners (JS+P) looked to create a fresh and contemporary interior design scheme that underpinned the site’s historic signifi cance. With a variety of activity zones, Forbo Flooring Systems’ Tessera Cloudscape carpet tiles and Sarlon acoustic sheet vinyl were specifi ed, helping to create a fully integrated and striking space that meets the demands of modern student living. T e Refi nery is a 397-room student accommodation complex providing apartments, shared living spaces and a host of amenities. Developed by Gregory Property Group and operated by Fresh Student Living, the interior of T e Refi nery was designed by JS+P, who worked alongside AHR Architects and GMI Construction to deliver the project for Curlew Capital.
Jasper Sanders, design director at JS+P, said: ‘We took a holistic approach to the interior design and the end goal was to ensure that we were creating a single building experience. ‘In student accommodation design, there are essentially two components: the apartments, where we have the private bedrooms, kitchens and living areas – spaces that students are able to make more personal – and then the ground fl oor, where we have the shared amenities[...]It is here on the ground fl oor, where we believe there is more room for design freedom.’
The Refinery Leeds
Tessera Cloudscape carpet tiles played a prominent role in the ground fl oor amenity spaces, where in the lounge and games area, the Stormy Weather, Cirrus Sky and Ocean Winds colourways were cut to size and fi tted together in a weaving pattern, in line with the theme. T is combination of colours worked well together and created a diff erentiated, fun yet functional area.
Above The entrance hallway to The Refinery student accommodation in Leeds, featuring flooring with a high acoustic value of 26 dB
Right, from top The communal areas need reduced noise transmission. Whether study or recreation, the flooring design needed to take into account heavy footfall. The gym area also needed low-maintenance flooring due to the wear-and-tear caused by students exercising
‘As the building is open 24/7, a fl oor covering that could withstand the constant and heavy footfall was crucial. T e carpet tiles are extremely durable, easy to maintain and they also have good soil hiding properties. As amenity spaces are shared, acoustics is also a really important factor and Cloudscape has a high acoustic value of 26 dB, ensuring minimal noise transmission. T e practical solution provides a comfortable living environment where students can enjoy using the spaces, without needing to whisper for example.’ Sarlon 19 dB acoustic sheet vinyl was chosen for the walkways and circulation areas, starting at the front door in the reception area, to create a luxurious and welcoming feel. T e Medium Grey Cement colourway provided a quiet fl oor to walk on. T e Slate Cement colourway was further used to defi ne diff erent zones that came off the walkways, such as the snug.
Recognising the requirement for acoustic comfort in students living areas too, Sarlon 19 dB was also brought
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