Intermingled placements, scattered layouts and unexpected zoning transitions- break with convention and avoid the obvious. Mix old with new, natural with man-made, and hard with soft. Create a sense of ow between areas by making

transitions gradual.transitions gradual.

When it comes to ooring material trends in 2016 it’s all about complimentary contrasts. Condently mix different ooring products together so that concrete, stone, wood, carpet, marble and both plain and patterned tiles forge new relationships.

TONAL MIXWood flooring plays a key role in answering the desire to interact with natural materials in the home – materials that are familiar, grounding and soothing. For 2016 look for greater mixes of tonality across wood and wood-look floors incorporating blonde, mid and dark tones together.

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William Bosc & CoThe Azumi by Webb & Brown-Neaves The Azumi by Webb & Brown-Neaves

Photo by Christoffer Regild

Olde Wood

Photo - Ariele Alasko, Brooklyn

Our love affair with nature continues to strengthen as we continues to strengthen as we move into 2016; longing for a slower and back-to-the-roots lifestyle. While hard oor surfaces such as concrete and wood offer that modern nish, carpet and rugs still remain popular in providing remain popular in providing conforting, soft qualities whilst introducing color and organic textural features.

From the catwalk to our homes, designers are inspired by landscapes, wildlife and the natural world which surrounds us. Innovation has brought new life to textures; chunky, nubby, felted and ultra deep pile carpets and rugs that mimic bark and moss.

Human Nature Collection by Interface

MOSSY CARPET & RUGS...

A spectrum of mossy and earthy greens will be important throughout 2016, worked with heather tones and neutral shades for a contemporary feel.

“Mossy green will be a key color in 2016”

Human Nature Collection by Interface

Alexandra Kehayoglou for Dries Van Noten Catwalk

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