Design professionals are embracing walls beyond their main purpose to create inspiring and interesting commercial spaces.

Feature walls have evolved since they first started to appear[1] in the 80s, with a shift towards the feature wall being both beautiful and functional.

Feature walls are often used by businesses to add ambience and character to commercial facilities and the type of feature wall used can reflect different characteristics.[2] They can help highlight an area, add aesthetic value and style or harmonise a design.

Adding a feature wall to a design can dramatically change a space. For example, using a timber-inspired feature wall can add warmth to a space and make it more inviting, while adding a textured surface can add depth and elegance.

According to Laminex Marketing Manager, Joanna Baker, the ‘do more with your walls’ design-thinking is seeing architects, designers and specifiers use walls as a standout, functional feature.

“All in the name of functional design, there is a rise of walls being used as writing surfaces, creative storage solutions, wall dividers and movable wall systems to create reconfigurable spaces in commercial interiors, from offices to retail and hospitality fit outs,” Baker said.

Incorporating durable and decorative walls into functional commercial spaces can be achieved with the wide range of Laminex Wall Panel solutions. Made up of a large selection of durable, easy to clean options, Laminex Wall Panels can quickly transform any space. This cost effective solution includes a mounting and wall-lining system making it easy to install and remove panels.

The mounting system, Buttonfix[3] is a multi-configurable, secure and secret fixing system, which gives design professionals the ability to mount and remove[4] Laminex panels. It also allows for 90 degree corners, hidden access panels, hinged doors and can reduce installation time, saving project costs.

Ranging from durable and decorative to magnetic and writable panels, the selection of Laminex panels that can be used with Buttonfix include Laminex Impressions textured surfaces[5], Laminex DiamondGloss[6], Laminex Timber Veneers, Laminex Silk Finish[7], Laminex Innovations and Laminex Compact Laminate[8].

The wall-lining system, Clipwall is a revolutionary system that will breathe new life into commercial interiors. It eliminates the time consuming process of plaster joining and painting by offering a durable and virtually seamless solution with pre-finished panels. Whilst allowing architects, specifiers and designers to incorporate stunning patterns and textures into interiors, Laminex Clipwall is also up to five times faster to install than alternative wall panelling options.

Laminex Clipwall panels are scratch and UV resistant, splash proof, easy to clean and available as a fire resistant option. A range of neutral and woodgrain decors are available in the Laminex Clipwall range.

“Laminex Wall Panel solutions give professionals the confidence to use our ranges of decorative panels in applications where easy installation, durability and visual impact are important. This includes airport terminals, corporate receptions, corridors, hotel lobbies and much more,” Baker said.

References:
[1] http://www.architectureanddesign.com.au/news/bpn/from-runway-to-wall-1
[2] http://wall-panels.com.au/
[3] http://www.button-fix.com/au/
[4] http://www.button-fix.com/
[5] http://www.laminex.com.au/products.php#!/panels/impressions-textured-surfaces-panels/
[6] http://www.laminex.com.au/products.php#!/panels/diamondgloss-surfaces/
[7] http://www.laminex.com.au/products.php#!/panels/silk-finish-gloss-panels/\
[8] http://www.laminex.com.au/products.php#!/panels/compact-laminate/

Architecture & Design Team

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