Trendreport: Design with cork

Thursday, 18 November 2010 00:00

Today cork, cork floors and walls are making a comeback. New Possibilities make this natural product way back find its way Into homes. Trendy designers like to work with cork, appreciating its sustainable, ecological and versatile nature.

Eric Kuster chooses cork  - Interior designer Eric Kuster is convinced that cork has possibilities and has integrated the natural material into his own collection. With cork, the designer creates a design exudes luxury without compromising the natural. Kuster, "Our matches Cork atmosphere, it goes well with wood and is excellent to combine with chrome and satin for example. The contrast between the materials is BOTH sexy and tough. "

Cork in the club  - Last weekend the club Jimmy Woo "was reopened in Amsterdam. The club has been completely redecorated according to the owner of creative design Casper Reinders. He has chosen to use cork for the walls in "Jimmy's". The result is stunning. The combination of suede sofas and antique furniture with cork gives the club to look raw and challenging.

Translate the trend at home - The trend is to use cork interior design is translated into the home situation. Cork floorings and walls are available in a huge number of varieties and sizes. Mix and match with cork materials like bronze, wood, suede and chrome for a tough inside, just like Eric Kuster and Casper Reinders. Play with light and decorate with flowers for a natural effect. Even for people who prefer a more modest home interior, plenty of cork has options.

Get inspired: www.kurkinhuis.nl and www.erickuster.com