KARNDEAN Designflooring, which describes itself as the UK’s trusted supplier of luxury vinyl flooring, has played ‘a leading role’ in the transformation of Scotsdales Garden Centre in Cambridge.
Working closely with Trevillion Interiors, Stanley Bragg Architects and Cadman Flooring, the refurbishment introduces a warm, design led customer experience crafted to withstand exceptionally high footfall and continuous daily use.
The redevelopment forms part of a long-term strategy to elevate the centre’s visitor journey, requiring clearly defined customer zones, intuitive navigation and a specification that could deliver aesthetic quality and enduring commercial performance.
Karndean’s Prairie Oak from the Art Select collection was chosen for the main concourse and seating areas,’ offering natural warmth, design versatility, and proven resilience in high traffic environments’.
Installation was completed by Cadman Flooring over an eight-week programme.
The design introduces three customer zones: grownup, casual and family, each with its own identity while remaining part of a cohesive whole. Given the open-plan scale of the building, the flooring played a fundamental role in guiding movement and supporting spatial clarity.
A full plank herringbone layout was used through the main concourse to create a strong directional cue, contrasted with parquet-style patterns and straight planks in the seating areas to give each zone a distinct character without interrupting overall flow.
‘Durability and aesthetic was a tough ask on such a scale with demanding footfall,’ explained Frances Blackham, design director at Trevillion Interiors. ‘Karndean provided the design flexibility we needed. The herringbone layout choreographs movement subtly and beautifully, while parquet and straight planks with inserts create three clearly identifiable areas.’
Says Karndean: ‘The finished scheme blends refinement with practical performance. Prairie Oak’s warm, natural tones complement the garden centre’s organic identity, while the precision of the installation elevates the overall retail environment.
‘Engineered for long-term durability, the floor withstands trolleys, high visitor numbers, and regular cleaning, maintaining a consistently high-quality appearance.’
‘The herringbone layout adds depth and elevates the interior beyond a standard retail fitout,’ said Kieran Cadman, director of Cadman Flooring. ‘The detailing supports customer movement across the space, and the product performs exceptionally well in such a busy commercial environment.’
Reflecting on the collaboration, Richard Allen, VP of sales for commercial at Karndean Designflooring, added: ‘Scotsdales is a perfect example of how flooring can shape the function and experience of a commercial space.
‘Prairie Oak was selected for its authentic character, warm palette, and long-term performance. We’re proud to support Trevillion and Cadman Flooring with a product that brings natural beauty to a demanding environment while standing up to the rigours of daily use.’
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