CANVAS CN3 is a textured oak flooring finish from Trunk, an Irish manufacturer specialising in made-to-measure timber and natural stone floors. Part of the CANVAS collection, the finish uses white lime pigments worked into the oak grain to create a subdued, calico-like appearance. The treatment highlights the natural texture and character of the timber while maintaining a restrained, pale colour palette.

Trunk works primarily with European oak, selected for its grain, colour consistency, and stability. Its manufacturing approach combines natural materials with traditional craftsmanship and contemporary production techniques, with individual floors made to measure and finished in the company's Irish workshop. The manufacturer's emphasis on material quality, durability, and long-term use supports an approach to flooring in which longevity, rather than frequent replacement, is a central consideration.

Cairngorm Cottage

Scottish practice Architecture Office has extended Cairngorm Cottage, a Victorian home in rural Aberdeenshire, Scotland, replacing a small, dark 1970s rear extension with a new kitchen, dining room, utility room, and entrance hall. Combining reclaimed local granite with clay-block construction, the extension provides space for family gatherings while retaining the modest proportions and materia...

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