SPECIFIER
Quintiesse Eurofase Elstead Lighting Group’s premium brand Quintiesse has partnered with Canadian company Eurofase to launch a new lighting collection. Among the new pieces is the Keplar pendant (pictured), made from solid alabaster stone blocks that have been cored and turned into spheres. The naturally occurring deposits of iron oxides in the soft calcite stone leave trails of clouding and veining, meaning each individual shade is unique. The Keplar pendant is available in small and medium single pendants, as well as a seven-light cluster pendant. www.quintiesse.com
CASE STUDY
Creative Matters Goldwynn Bahamas Resort Premium rug brand Creative Matters has crafted stylish and innovative floorcovering solutions for Goldwynn Resort & Residences in the Bahamas, combining aesthetics with practicality. The Toronto-based floor and wallcovering designers were tasked with creating area rugs for the guest suites and residences that capture an ethereal, ‘sand-meets-ocean’ aesthetic. The primary objective was to fulfil the client’s vision for luxurious, natural-looking rugs, while carefully selecting materials and designs that were well-suited to the humid climate of the Bahamas. Creative Matters proposed using PET yarn, a sustainable, highly durable fibre made from recycled water bottles that is resistant to humidity. The team explored natural abrash textures and pile heights to create an elevated look. Mid-Century Modern design was one of the key inspirations, resulting in a selection of high-performing yet luxurious rugs, reflecting the blues and sandy colours of the resort’s setting. Creative Matters has been offering imaginative and practical wall and floorcovering solutions to the hospitality industry for over 25 years. www.creativemattersinc.com
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