FLOORING OPTIONS
Architect Julian Owen shares his top tips on how to select a finish that meets the practical and aesthetic requirements for your home
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When it comes to kitting out your home interiors, flooring is likely to eat up a big chunk of your budget. Not only that, but of all the surfaces in your house, it’s probably the one that’ll receive the most daily wear and tear – so it’s vital to choose a solution that’s both durable and long-lasting. Aesthetics, upkeep and installation are also factors that’ll come into play when you make your decision. Here, I’ll take you through the key factors to think about when weighing up the options.
Zone & connect
If you have several interlinked rooms each with a different character, using the same floor finish throughout will give the interior design continuity – a concept that can be extended to seamlessly connect the house with the garden. One popular way to achieve this is by using the same tiling in an interior space that is linked to a patio with glazed doors.