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6 Wall Covering Design Trends
Adopting the latest wall covering design trends can attract and retain clientele, residents, staff and guests by creating a point of difference. Leading the way with state-of-the-art printing technology, we are seeing more and more pattern and colour specified, with a move toward warm and comfortable spaces and fewer white walls. Tropical landscapes, art deco, … continue reading
Ulleo Interior Design Course, Featuring Materialised
New to the industry and considering an interior design course? When approached by Ulleo to contribute content to their online offering, we couldn’t have been keener! Materialised has always believed in fostering blossoming design talent and to help educate those at the beginnings of their interior design career. For many years we have run free … continue reading
Hotel Design Explored With QT Designer, Nic Graham
Hotel design creates a whole new level of boutique experience when the designer works a meticulously thought-out brief with custom pieces, all speaking to a local narrative. With the launch of the incredible QT Newcastle we posed questions to Interior Designer Nic Graham & Associates about his hotel design expertise. Here’s an insight into his … continue reading
A Guide To Commercial Wall Covering Types
The choice of commercial wall covering types, styles and substrates will depend on the space, the context and must be fit for purpose. Wallpaper, wall vinyl and other wall coverings offer vast design options, from subtle plains and textures to beautiful pattern and murals. Get To Know Your Wall Covering Types Internal linings of commercial buildings … continue reading
What Is The Difference Between PVC-Free and TPO Wall Covering?
The answer is, TPO wall covering is a type of PVC-free wall covering. Let us help shed some light on this topic… PVC-free wall covering doesn’t contain PVC (polyvinyl chloride) It is therefore a fantastic eco-friendly option for architects and designers wanting a sustainable wall covering option for their design projects. So, what is TPO … continue reading
Roslyn Earp Botanical Wall Mural for CHADA
A botanical wall mural, illustrated by Roslyn Earp, was developed and printed for interior design specialist, CHADA. Here you’ll see it installed for the Gin Lounge at the Hospitality Design Fair, 2021. With Limoncello and G&T’s supplied by gin gurus Earp Distilling Co, guests got into the spirit of things under the amazing Australian bushland backdrop. … continue reading
Traditional Plaids and Checks Inspire New Print Collection
Fresh from the Materialised design studio is our new print collection, Suit Yourself, curated and designed by our Lead Textile Designer, Brigitte Marlot. Consisting of six timeless and classic prints inspired by traditional plaids and checks, Suit Yourself mixes feelings of nostalgia, warmth and modernism. The range can be used effortlessly on textiles and wall … continue reading
4 Commercial Design Stories for New Architectural Collection
Commercial design inspiration abounds with Patricia Braune’s new collection, Sanctuary Lines. These incredible designs are printable on any of our commercial wall covering, fabric and roller blind base substrates, right here in Sydney, Australia. This time, Patricia takes us on a journey through the curves and shadows of sand, the dimensionality of woven grasses and the … continue reading
What Is ‘Railroaded’ and Wide Width Fabric?
What does the term railroaded mean when it comes to suppling a design printed on a fabric base cloth? Here you’ll find an explanation of railroaded (or railroading) as well as when to choose wide width railroaded fabric. So, what does railroaded mean exactly? STANDARD: Most directional patterns, be they woven or printed, run ‘up’ … continue reading
Improvision Design Develops 3D Fabric Wall
Innovation is in our blood here at Materialised, and we celebrate all those who pioneer the creation of novel new products and designs. So when we saw this new 3D fabric wall, we just had to share! Architectural upholsterers who have been in the industry for 60 years, Improvision Design is a fellow family business, … continue reading