Specialists in engineered wood flooring, Ted Todd welcomes the arrival of three new extra-wide plank floors into its flagship Classic Futures® collection, the go-to portfolio for timeless, natural wood flooring.
Harlington, Chatsworth and Appleby represent the start of a new chapter for the collection. Designed over the last 18 months by Ted Todd's in-house UK team using revolutionary production techniques, these new floors reimagine neutral wood tones for the future.
Introducing a soft, subtle and calming palette. Harlington combines mink brown tones with gentle greys to create a versatile grey-brown neutral that works effortlessly across a wide range of materials and colour schemes. Chatsworth blends golden yellow hues with warm tan-browns, bringing warmth and lightness to interiors for a classic wood floor feel. Appleby is the most experimental of the trio, pairing contemporary terracotta hues with a red-brown brick undertone to create a confident statement floor.
Crafted from FSC-certified European Oak with an elevated nature grade, each board celebrates the natural beauty of timber through subtle knots, colour variation and expressive grain. The extra wide format enhances these characteristics further, creating expansive surfaces with fewer interruptions and minimal joins.
In homage to Ted Todd's 33 years of wood floorcraft, all three designs feature a robust 20mm thick, 100% hardwood construction with a substantial 6mm wear layer. This exceptional build delivers outstanding longevity and allows the floor to be re-sanded numerous times throughout its lifespan, making it ideal for both high-traffic commercial environments and long-term residential projects.
Measuring an impressive 2.4m in length and 220mm in width, the generous plank format creates a greater sense of scale and openness within a space.
To achieve their signature soft toned texture, each floor is finished with a new and improved formula of Ted Todd's Absolute Matt® Lacquer. This advanced water-based finish delivers a super matt 3% sheen, creating a beautifully natural look with virtually no surface gloss. Softer in appearance than a standard matt lacquer, Absolute Matt® combines quiet luxury with exceptional durability and stain resistance.
Blending innovative design with expert craftsmanship, the latest additions to Classic Futures® offer architects, designers and specifiers a refined palette of contemporary wood tones alongside the performance expected from Ted Todd. As a constantly evolving collection, Classic Futures® will continue to push the boundaries of wood flooring design, with a wave of innovative new launches set to redefine the flooring landscape throughout the second half of 2026.
View Harlington, Chatsworth and Appleby at our London or Cheshire Design Centres. Or speak to our commercial team to request your free samples.
About Ted Todd Group
Ted Todd Group brings together three distinctive flooring brands, each shaped by material knowledge and a design perspective. Ted Todd is the home of wood floorcraft, creating exceptional solid and engineered wood floors for homes and commercial interiors. Woodworks by Ted Todd specialises in extraordinary British floorcraft, including antique, reclaimed and bespoke designs handcrafted in Cheshire. Karta reimagines flooring through innovative, design-led surfaces made with recycled leather and eco-fibre. More than three decades of expertise inform every collection, service and specification. With responsible sourcing and enduring performance, Ted Todd Group helps architects, designers and homeowners create remarkable spaces worldwide.
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Karndean Commercial, the UK’s trusted supplier of luxury vinyl flooring, has updated its popular Van Gogh collection with six new nature-led designs and an innovative parquet-style Pavilion Panel format. Curated to make it easier than ever for designers to meet the growing demand for characterful yet accessible flooring, the refreshed collection has been shaped by a deep respect for material provenance and offers a refined portfolio ideal for calming biophilic spaces that focus on connectivity and wellbeing.
Featuring balanced tones for sophisticated modern spaces, luxurious details, and premium finishes, the updated Van Gogh collection welcomes new Après Oak, Urban Elm and Prime Oak designs in a choice of formats, giving designers greater flexibility to create interiors that feel authentic, timeless, and emotionally engaging.
Richard Allen, VP of sales for commercial at Karndean Commercial, said: “Our new Van Gogh designs offer our strongest aesthetic identity yet. Each design is rooted in genuine material inspiration and has been carefully curated to deliver cohesive design stories that translate effortlessly into the latest interior trends.
“We have also taken the opportunity to simplify and refine the Van Gogh collection, creating a more intentional and easier-to-navigate collection. The refreshed palette offers clearer differentiation and a more balanced spread of tones, helping designers make decisions faster and specify with greater confidence.”
Drawing inspiration from original samples selected for their character, rarity and long-term relevance, the collection introduces new natural wood tones and authentic textures. With outstanding versatility to create intriguing and engaging interiors, the new Van Gogh collection offers craftsmanship rooted in the serenity of nature and refined design.
The new Après Oak collection, inspired by Bavarian oak from southern Germany and the drama of its alpine origins, is available in three colourways: Honey Après Oak, Cocoa Après Oak and Sable Après Oak. Spanning honeyed gold and caramel tones through to rich tobacco hues, each design benefits from a new directional emboss which enhances authenticity and highlights the distinctive character of the wood, while a new Pavilion Panel offers designers fresh options for introducing layers of visual interest.
Inspired by the fields, forests and rolling hills of Indianapolis and celebrating the expressive grain and organic appeal of a now-rare species, Indy Urban Elm showcases its rural roots through a distinctive varied grain and imperfections that feel entirely natural. Rich in character, this design introduces a grounding warmth that sits comfortably within contemporary interiors.
Building on the popularity of the existing Natural Prime Oak design, Van Gogh’s summer 2026 update expands the collection with two new colourways. Truffle Prime Oak introduces striking tonal variation, blending fresh ash-beige highlights with rich chocolate-brown accents to create a comforting foundation in soft neutral spaces, while Linen Prime Oak offers a lighter, more understated aesthetic for a refined backdrop in restrained rustic interiors.
Each new design is available in both full plank (48" x 7") and herringbone (18" x 4.5") formats, with the three Après Oaks also available in a 24" x 24" Pavilion Panel, designed to deliver the appearance of an intricate parquet floor without the complexity of installation.
With a practical 3mm thickness and robust 0.55mm wear layer, the latest Van Gogh designs deliver all the durability and ease of installation that commercial specifiers expect from the Karndean brand.
The refreshed collection also supports responsible specification through low VOC credentials that help protect indoor air quality, alongside long-lasting surface protection that reduces reliance on harsh cleaning chemicals. As part of Karndean Commercial’s ongoing commitment to sustainability and product longevity, specifiers also benefit from a take-back scheme for clean installation offcuts and up to 20 years’ product warranty in commercial environments.
Combining authentic material inspiration, versatile formats and an organic palette designed around wellbeing and contemporary biophilic trends, the updated Van Gogh collection offers commercial designers a refined flooring solution that balances aesthetic appeal with longterm performance.
For more information and to request full size samples, visit karndeancommercial.com
About Karndean Designflooring
Karndean is a global supplier of commercial and residential luxury vinyl tile flooring. We’re an industry leader in flooring design, offering a wide range of colours, textures and finishes, helping you create unique looks that are both stylish and practical; guaranteed to last. We see flooring differently. We travel the world in our quest to bring you exceptional floors that inspire and delight. From the ancient forests of Europe, to the remote Australian outback, we seek out expressive and intriguing forms in the natural world to influence our unique floor designs. By combining original features with cutting edge design, we create beautiful floors that bring your vision to life and take our clients on an endless journey of design discovery.
CDUK has launched seven new Corian® Solid Surface colours from the 2026 Corian® Design palette. Available exclusively from CDUK in the UK and Ireland, the new colours expand the Corian® portfolio with a refreshed creative direction, Corian® Design has named Nature in Motion.
The seven new colours are Travertine Roma, Travertine Firenze, Vasto Greige, Vasto Laguna, Artista Drift, Artista Mocha and City Roast. Each has been shaped by biophilic forms and earthy palettes, bringing natural movement to surfaces in a way that reconnects design with the emotional resonance of nature.
In 2024, Corian® Design introduced Nature's Canvas, capturing nature held still in texture and tone. For 2026, nature moves. The new collection translates the flow of stone, water and light into colours built around movement rather than stillness, designed to complement the existing portfolio while expanding what is possible, to design without compromise.
Travertine Collection: Two warm neutral tones inspired by the enduring stonework of Italian architecture. Corian® Travertine Roma reveals subtle greige tones through an off-white surface, balancing depth with contemporary refinement. Corian® Travertine Firenze flows with warm grey across a serene neutral background, reflecting nature's intricate influence and ceaseless evolution.
Vasto Collection: Two expansive tones inspired by the openness of land, sky and sea. Corian® Vasto Greige evokes openness and continuity with broad movement and subtle beige and grey veining. Corian® Vasto Laguna captures boundless space, with blue and warm grey veining in a crisp white background suggestive of water caressing a coastline.
Artista Collection: Two contrasting tones inspired by air and light, and the richness of coffee and chocolate. Corian® Artista Drift is a refined, contemporary white with varied neutral veins and fine particulates evoking a sense of air and light. Corian® Artista Mocha takes the opposite direction, dark brown streaked by monochromatic veining that suggests the richness of coffee and chocolate.
Terrain Collection: A single earthy tone in Corian® City Roast: dark and rich, with a coffee-inspired background enlivened by subtle particulates that echo the energy of the cityscape.
Corian® Solid Surface is a material that does what natural stone and laminate cannot. Thermoformable into 2D and 3D shapes and joined with inconspicuous seams, a worktop, wall and basin can read as one continuous form, giving specifiers a design freedom that is simply not possible with other materials.
Solid all the way through and built for high-traffic environments, scratches and damage can be repaired in place and the surface renewed back to its original finish. It is also non-porous and hygienic, with a smooth, impenetrable surface that gives bacteria and mould nowhere to take root, which is why it remains a default specification in healthcare, food service and hospitality projects expected to perform for decades.
Artista Drift, Artista Mocha and City Roast contain pre-consumer recycled content, with third-party certification expected late summer 2026.
"Take a colour like Travertine Roma or Travertine Firenze. What draws architects and designers to surfaces like these is the depth and warmth of natural stone, but Corian® delivers that aesthetic in a material that can be thermoformed, seamlessly joined and fabricated into forms that stone simply cannot accommodate. You can achieve the travertine look across a seamless vertical surface or bring it into a high-use environment where stone would restrict. That ability to realise what you can see in your head, in a material that can genuinely go there, is what I find so compelling about specifying Corian®. Our role at CDUK is to help architects, designers and fabricators turn that design intent into specified projects, whether that means samples in studios, technical guidance at design stage, or stock and availability when the project moves to site. We are looking forward to seeing where our customers take these colours." — Vicki Richmond, Marketing Director, CDUK
"Designers are looking for materials that allow them to fully realize their vision without compromise. This collection delivers the warmth and movement designers seek from natural materials, while enabling applications and performance that traditional materials often restrict." — Condylia Courtney, Global Business Director, Corian® Design.
CDUK is a leading supplier of surface materials, complementary products and solutions, and the exclusive route to market for Corian® Solid Surface in the UK and Ireland. The team acts as a design partner across the full specification journey, supporting architects, designers, fabricators and contractors with expert advice, technical knowledge, samples and Lunch and Learn sessions, with UK stock held across the portfolio.
Specifying Corian® Solid Surface through CDUK also opens the door to Vita Nova, CDUK's creative take-back and repurposing solution, allowing specifiers, fabricators and contractors to design with circularity and zero waste ambitions without compromising on quality or availability.
In the UK and Ireland alone, upwards of 450 tonnes of solid surface materials find their way into landfill each year. Vita Nova diverts that waste to a workshop in West Yorkshire, repurposing it into new products, part sheets or aggregates.
Sample update kits with the seven new colours of Corian® Solid Surface are available to order now from CDUK. Specifiers can also request a Lunch and Learn session with the CDUK team, covering design applications, specification guidance and fabrication possibilities. Book here.
To view the new colours in full, visit the CDUK website.
About CDUK
CDUK is a supplier of surface materials and complementary products to the specification market in the UK and Ireland, including architects, interior designers, kitchen designers, fabricators and contractors. Having built a strong reputation as the exclusive distributor of Corian® Solid Surface in the UK and Ireland, CDUK now offers an extended range of services as well as products from a number of leading brands. We are a business with over 40 years’ experience. We support our customers through a journey, as their design partner, from sourcing the best products and materials to helping them unlock their full potential through expert advice and technical knowledge. Our team of industry experts also provides technical advice, sampling and bespoke training courses for designers, manufacturers and fabricators.
GRAFF unveils Pantheon, a collection that reinterprets the grandeur of classical architecture through a refined contemporary design language.
Referencing the iconic forms of ancient Roman columns and temples, Pantheon translates architectural harmony and proportion into functional design for bathroom and wellness spaces. Sculptural volumes and precise detailing define the collection, achieving a sophisticated balance between form and function.
The range of washbasin mixers and showers is distinguished by architectural silhouettes and a modular design concept that allows complete creative freedom. Pantheon offers a comprehensive selection of mixers available in single, two and three-hole configurations, with two spout options to meet diverse design and functional requirements.
A distinctive interplay of patterns characterizes each element: plain surfaces contrast with finely fluted knurling, creating a tactile dialogue rooted in classical ornamentation. This refined detailing reinforces the collection’s sculptural identity, enabling designers to craft compositions that merge contemporary expression with artisanal craftsmanship.
Echoing the serene atmosphere of ancient Roman baths, the collection evokes a sense of wellness and tranquility, transforming the bathroom into a personal retreat where water, material, and light exist in seamless harmony.
Available across GRAFF’s complete portfolio of 28 artisanal finishes, Pantheon reflects the brand’s ongoing dialogue between heritage and innovation, delivering designs defined by beauty, performance, and exceptional craftsmanship.
About GRAFF
GRAFF’s luxury taps and shower collections elevate the bath space with designs that are both timeless and cutting-edge, complementing endless architectural and interior styles. Available in 21 luxury finishes such as Brushed Brass, Polished Nickel, and 24K Gold, and with a choice of three Tuscan marble inserts, GRAFF basin mixer or shower controls offer bespoke and unique customisation possibilities. Backed by a rich heritage of European artisanship, GRAFF products transform the bath space into a masterpiece of tranquillity, wellness, and spa like experience. With a focus on design, sustainability, and high technology, GRAFF caters to the senses with features such as chromotherapy, bringing bath and shower experiences to luxurious heights.
In this Katharine Pooley x Pinetti collaboration that celebrates the artistry and heritage of European craftsmanship, The British Isles Collection marries enduring durability with refined elegance, drawing inspiration from traditional British weaving and the sculptural beauty of dry-stone walling. Each piece is meticulously crafted by hand in the Lombardy region of Italy, showcasing one of the most enduring and expressive materials in design.
Explore how each piece from the Collection can be thoughtfully integrated into the home - whether coffee tables and console displays in living areas to more intimate spaces like bedside tables and bathrooms, we share curated suggestions below on layering textures, balancing proportion and combining objects to create small moments of luxury.
The Backgammon Board has long been an expression of leisure and refinement. In a home setting it easily becomes both a sculptural object and a source of conviviality. Finished in richly textured leather and considered detailing, the range within the British Isles collection is designed to sit beautifully within drawing rooms, libraries or home offices. Keep open for play or display closed, either way it brings a sense of cultivated elegance to coffee tables and console surfaces alike.
Our Decorative Boxes are crafted with a tactile sensibility and lend themselves effortlessly to shelving, bedsides, dressing rooms and desk surfaces, with discreet storage for life’s smaller essentials. Layered alongside precious small decor like a posy vase or beloved books to create a composed visual rhythm.
Trays act as refined foundations for both daily ritual and elevated entertaining. Generously proportioned yet meticulously balanced, our Trays provide a beautifully structured surface for the curation of objects: from crystal glassware and decanters to curated vignettes of books, candles, and personal artefacts. The perfect touch for entertaining, each is defined by its craftsmanship with a flawless finish.
About Katharine Pooley London
Recently named ‘British Interior Designer of the Decade’, ‘International Designer of the Year in Asia’ and ‘Entrepreneur of the Year’ Katharine Pooley has in a short space of time become one of Europe's leading designers. Her portfolio encompasses a multitude of interior styles and architectural genres and her design ethos is one of luxurious eclecticism. No two projects are ever alike, but they are universally beautiful and timeless.
Held at the Business Design Centre in Islington, London, LiGHT 26 is the UK’s only trade show dedicated to high-end lighting specification.
Having attracted close to 7,000 visitors in 2025, architects, interior designers, lighting designers, engineers, and specifiers head to LiGHT in their thousands to see the very latest product innovations and launches from 100s of exhibiting architectural, decorative and technical lighting brands.
The show will once again feature the highly regarded [d]arc thoughts talks programme curated by [d]arc media – the leading media company in lighting design. Featuring moderators from arc magazine’s editorial team, as well as guest moderators, the talks delve deeper into the latest topics and trends affecting lighting and design.
LiGHT also provides endless opportunities for visitors to make new connections. Whether that’s through the late-night drinks party, networking brunch, VIP tours or while working in the dedicated co-working space. There is also the ability to re-energise in the Associations Lounge, which is set to feature, for the third year running, a separate dedicated splinter talks programme.
SBID Members earn 2 x CPD points for attending!
Through live demonstrations, see how intelligent lighting can deliver three key outcomes:
Balance natural and artificial light Discover how artificial light can be tuned to more closely reflect the tone and quality of natural daylight, restoring visual balance within a space and creating a stronger connection between the interior and the outside.
Reveal colour, materials and finishes See how a broader range of warm and cool white light, combined with a high CRI, can reveal subtle undertones within fabrics, finishes and architectural materials—helping colours appear richer, more accurate and closer to the designer’s original intent.
Bring artwork to life Explore how the quality and colour temperature of light can transform the way artwork is experienced, revealing depth, texture and tonal detail that can be diminished or distorted under conventional lighting.
Session 1: 12 pm - 1 pm GMT+1:
Session 2: 2 pm - 3 pm GMT+1:
Session 3: 4 pm - 5 pm GMT+1:
SBID Members earn 4 x CPD points for attending a session!
Dean Sutton, Managing Director of Wakefields of London, has given his insights into the new Artcoustic SL Mikro.
The new Artcoustic SL Mikro has been developed for projects where space is limited but great sound is still expected.
At just 126mm high, it offers interior designers far greater flexibility than traditional in-ceiling or wall speakers, while remaining true to Artcoustic's design-led philosophy. Available in black, white or any RAL Classic or NCS 2050 or 1950 colour, it can either blend seamlessly into the architecture or become a subtle design feature in its own right.
An excellent alternative to in-ceiling speakers
Traditional architectural speakers often require a significant ceiling cut-out, which can clash with lighting layouts, air conditioning, steelwork or other services. The SL Mikro's incredibly small footprint gives designers much greater freedom when coordinating ceiling layouts without sacrificing quality audio.
Commercial & retail environments
Perfect for boutiques, showrooms, hospitality and reception spaces where discreet aesthetics are just as important as sound quality. The compact size allows excellent speaker coverage with minimal visual impact, giving greater freedom when designing feature ceilings and architectural details.
Discreet home audio
Ideal as compact left, centre and right (LCR) speakers for more moderate systems, or as surround speakers for media room projects where maintaining a clean, minimalist aesthetic is key. They're equally at home in bedrooms, home offices, dressing rooms and snug spaces where background music and television audio are required without dominating the room.
Setting expectations
The SL Mikro is designed to deliver excellent background music and TV performance, rather than high-output cinema sound. It offers impressive clarity and detail for its size, making it ideal for everyday listening and flexible multi-room audio applications.
One important consideration: due to its ultra-compact design, the SL Mikro MUST ALWAYS BE PARTNERED WITH A DEDICATED ARTCOUSTIC SUBWOOFER. The subwoofer provides the low-frequency foundation, allowing the Mikro to perform far beyond what its size would suggest and creating a balanced, engaging listening experience.
For designers, the result is simple: more freedom to design beautiful spaces, with premium audio that remains almost invisible.
About Wakefields of London
Wakefields works in partnership with interior designers, architects and homeowners to ensure technology is seamlessly integrated from the outset. Our approach protects and enhances the design vision, avoiding compromise and unnecessary visual impact. From lighting control and automated shading to audio, cinema and whole-home systems, every element is carefully considered to support how a space looks, feels and functions. We simplify complexity, guide decisions and deliver systems that are intuitive, reliable and discreet. The result is a home where technology doesn’t compete for attention, but quietly enhances wellbeing, connection and everyday living.
Multi-award-winning design studio Grid Thirteen hosted an exclusive evening on Thursday 2nd July, bringing together the vibrant and creative Northern design community to celebrate their 13th anniversary and unveil three new displays at its Street Lane showroom in Roundhay, Leeds.
Hosted by Founder and Creative Director of Grid Thirteen, Natalie Fry and her team, the event welcomed designers, architects, makers, clients and industry partners from across the North of England for an evening of panel discussions, industry insight and collaboration, reinforcing Grid Thirteen’s commitment to design excellence and partnership across the region.
The event’s panel talks were led by Dr Vanessa Brady OBE, President of the Society of British & International Interior Design (SBID). Speakers included a line-up of respected industry voices from both the national and Northern design community, including Kamil Wangin, founder of Leeds-based Nordic-inspired interiors store North Home, Commercial & Marketing specialist Layla Twizell of Mylands Paints, Business Development Manager Megan Barr of Hendle & Hendle, leading Yorkshire-based architect Richard Blenkharn, and Holly Stott, Co-Founder & Creative Director of luxury bathroom design studio, Holt Living. The panel discussed emerging trends, innovation, and technological advances that are shaping the future of luxury residential interiors.
The panel opened with an introduction from Dr Vanessa Brady, who spoke about SBID’s role in championing design excellence and collaboration across the industry. The panel speakers discussed international trends and launches showcased at this year’s Milan Furniture Fair, and the influences they are integrating into their future design projects and innovations.
A key theme discussed by the panel was the rise of homeowners in the UK seeking ‘sanctuary spaces’, which reflects an increasing trend towards interiors that enable slower living and escapism. Each speaker highlighted a growing shift towards designing spaces that are more intentional, defined by lighting, contrasting and layered paint colours, textures and materials, and personalised detailing.
One of the most engaging themes discussed by the panel was ‘Designing Beyond the Algorithm’. Each speaker acknowledged the rapid impact of AI on the design industry, while emphasising the enduring value of human-centred design in an increasingly automated world. They explored how designers can create more meaningful, memorable experiences by engaging the senses, emotion, intuition, and human connection - qualities that remain difficult for technology to replicate. The panel also reflected on the importance of embracing advancing technologies as a powerful tool, while preserving originality and creativity, with personalisation and craftsmanship continuing to play an irreplaceable role in luxury design.
Natalie Fry, Founder and Creative Director of Grid Thirteen commented during the discussion “We are passionate about creating spaces that engage the senses and support wellbeing, drawing on the principles of neuro-aesthetic design to better understand how our environments can influence emotion, behaviour and human experience. More than ever, we believe great design should not only be seen but felt. Technology may continue to change how we design, but the human expert touch that gives design meaning remains irreplaceable. It's this balance between innovation and intuition, that sits at the heart of tonight's discussion.”
Between each panel discussion and showcase of the new studio displays, guests enjoyed a Yorkshire-inspired culinary experience prepared by Yorkshire-based private chef Eric Paxman. His delicious three-course meal was cooked live on one of the studio’s new contemporary kitchen displays, using locally sourced ingredients including North Sea King Scallops to start, Bolster Moor Farm fillet steaks served with Yorkshire blue cheese as part of the main course and a Yorkshire rhubarb trifle accompanied by locally made ice cream as a mouth-watering dessert.
Renowned for their innovative approach to kitchen design, Grid Thirteen Design Studio creates beautifully crafted spaces in homes tailored to each client’s personality, preferences, and lifestyle. Their designers work with high-quality cabinetry from contemporary German partner SieMatic, alongside their handcrafted ‘Darling Maeve’ bespoke furniture range, often blending the two to create timeless spaces that balance traditional elegance with modern functionality.
Grid Thirteen’s reputation is based on their expert design team listening carefully to each client’s individual needs, approaching each project as an opportunity to push the boundaries of luxury home design to surpass client expectations, so each detail of the design and finish is luxurious, inviting and individual.
Natalie Fry, Founder and Creative Director of Grid Thirteen, said: “As we celebrate 13 years of Grid Thirteen we're reminded that while our industry continues to evolve, great design has always been rooted in people - in creativity, craftsmanship, and the belief that the spaces we create have the power to shape how we live, influence how we feel, and strengthen the way we connect. The panel discussions this evening offered valuable insight into the future of our industry, while our new studio displays reflect our continued commitment to creating beautiful, highly personalised spaces for our clients using the most superior products, finishes and materials. We’re excited to build on this momentum and continue collaborating with our Northern design network in the future.”
Dr Vanessa Brady OBE, President of the Society of British & International Interior Design (SBID) said: “As President of the Society of British & International Interior Design, I’m delighted to host this panel discussion here in the heart of Leeds as part of such a significant evening for the Northern design community. These important conversations across the UK are essential in shaping and defining the future of our industry — bringing together diverse perspectives, celebrating excellence, encouraging meaningful collaboration, and supporting continued innovation. It’s a privilege to help facilitate dialogue between the leading voices in design here in the studio this evening and support the special anniversary of Grid Thirteen.”
About Grid Thirteen
Grid Thirteen is a multi-award-winning luxury interior design studio based in North Leeds, which was founded in 2013 by Creative Director Natalie Fry. Renowned for pushing the boundaries of design by designing kitchen spaces for clients who desire a space that reflect their individuality, free from compromise or restrictions. With over 25 years of experience working alongside some of the UK’s leading architects and interior innovators, Natalie leads her design team - each formally trained in Architecture, Design, and Spatial Planning - to create exceptional kitchen, bedroom, and living spaces for clients across the Northeast and beyond.
KI Europe has collaborated with specifiers to deliver its new product, Arkus Workwall, a versatile, modular wall framework system designed to transform any space. Arkus Workwall is designed to cause minimal disruption to existing spaces, with easy-to-add or remove panels that attach to a subframe. From executive suites to hubs for creativity and collaboration, it provides a straightforward, adaptable foundation that enables specifiers and designers to shape environments with ease.
Simple to install, Arkus Workwall provides users with flexibility for fixing point positions, allowing easy alignment when levelling and positioning units together. The subframe is built with the ability to add cable management, ideal for modern workplaces and educational spaces that increasingly rely on technology. Economical without compromise, Arkus Workwall provides a 5-year warranty and is developed with client feedback to include only essential features that specifiers value most, providing users with exactly what they need by removing all unnecessary complexity.
Manufactured in the UK and designed to adapt to changing workplace needs, Arkus Workwall can be reconfigured through an integrated selection of panels, shelving, storage and accessories. The highly customisable system offers a range of panel finishes, including MFC, back-painted glass, whiteboard and fabric, enabling a variety of aesthetic and functional applications. An optional clad leg design, available with Work2.1 sit-stand integration, creates visual continuity across configurations. With the inclusion of a void behind its panels that can be filled, Arkus Workwall can provide acoustic benefits for its users, increasing focus and preventing overstimulation.
Arkus Workwall integrates with established products from KI's portfolio, including the Arkus MFC storage collection and Work2.1 desking system, extending compatibility across workplace environments. Its modular construction supports a wide range of run lengths and configurations, allowing it to be used as a foundation for larger schemes, as well as for storage walls or display applications.
An Arkus Workwall executive suite configuration, with Arkus Storage and Work2.1, is available to view at KI’s London showroom: KI Europe, 91 Goswell Road, London, EC1V 7EX.
About KI
KI’s furniture helps the world’s leading organisations create happy, healthy, high performing working and learning environments for their people. Bringing together good design, advanced engineering and sustainable resources, KI’s products are durable, flexible and offer excellent value. Founded in 1941, KI has grown to become one of the world's largest, most respected furniture manufacturing groups. KI’s EMEA headquarters in London is supported by an established network of manufacturing facilities and distribution partners across the region.
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