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Inspirational Hardwood Flooring by Atkinson & Kirby 

The floor is the foundation of every interior space—setting the tone, enhancing design, and offering practical solutions. Atkinson & Kirby, established in 1903 as a family-run business, remains a close-knit team committed to craftsmanship and innovation in wood flooring. 

Our collections are thoughtfully curated to reflect current design trends and inspire beautiful interiors.  

Eden Locke hotel Edinburgh with floor by Atkinson & Kirby

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Sustainability is central to our ethos 

We support responsible timber sourcing with a host of environmental and sustainable accreditations, including ISO14001 Environmental management certification and ISO450001 45001:2018 Occupational Health and Safety Management System, underscoring our long-standing history of excellence. 

In 2024, we were honoured with the King’s Award for Enterprise for excellence in Sustainable Development 2024.  The award is testament to our dedication to sustainable practices, following a remarkable 66% reduction in emissions. Installation of over 2,600 solar panels underscores the proactive stance on reducing carbon emissions and transitioning to 100% renewable energy.   

Since 2021, we joined forces with Planet Mark and the UN’s Race to Zero campaign, reinforcing our pledge to reach Net Zero by 2050. 

Hardwood Flooring for Every Interior Design Project 

From homes to hotels, museums to restaurants, Atkinson & Kirby flooring is selected for projects all over the world for their elegance, durability, and sustainable integrity.  

Featured Collections 

Heritage Parquet with Fusion Hybrid Finish
A celebration of classic parquet styling, reimagined with our exclusive Fusion Hybrid finish—an innovation that marries the natural beauty of oil-wax with the resilience of lacquer. 

  • Ultra-matt finish for understated elegance 
  • 14× more wear resistance than traditional finishes 
  • Solvent-free and family-safe 

Breathe Collection
Designed for wellness and sustainability, Breathe features engineered wood flooring enhanced with Purotec lacquer—combining the warmth of real timber with elevated protection. 

  • FSC certified and LEED V4 compliant 
  • Low VOC, solvent-free 
Atkinson & Kirby flooring at Zanzibar Locke Hotel

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The Enduring Beauty of Oak 

Oak remains our signature hardwood—chosen for its strength, longevity, and low environmental impact. Its timeless grain and natural warmth make it the ideal canvas for luxurious interiors. 

Tailored Solutions for Every Project 

Our Specification Team offers expert guidance to help you find the perfect flooring—whether from our extensive stock or through bespoke sourcing and finishing. We work closely with designers to meet exact specifications or match existing materials. 

Explore our latest collections, case studies, and request free samples at commercial.akirby.co.uk. 

www.akirby.co.uk

01695573234

specification@akirby.co.uk

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Fun fact: I’m usually the person friends rely on to organise trips, schedules, and group plans.

Workhighlights: Successfully coordinating events from planning through to delivery and seeing everything come together on the day.

Fun fact: I’m a keen cyclist and will happily bore people with copious amounts of cycling chat. My top cycling experience (so far) would have to be riding in the spectacular mountains of Crete.

Work highlights: Charles joined Forum Events in 2022. With a background in publishing, editorial media and events, Charles brings a wealth of experience to his role as Senior Production Manager. Having being involved with SPACE from the outset, he is excited to see the brand grow and develop.

Fun fact: People tell Sienna she gives off Bridget Jones vibes, and she loves to bake, always making sure there are shortbreads floating around the office

Work highlights: Sienna joined Forum Events & Media Group while studying Communications and Media, starting in the sales team where she managed and helped launch the first the PA Life Leading Venues of London SHOWCASE, where she built relationships with luxury venues across the capital. Drawn to the stories behind these spaces, she naturally transitioned into the editorial team, creating social media and editorial content. Upon graduating in June 2026, she is excited to be joining as Assistant Editor for Hotel Designs and SPACE.

Fun fact: When not working, Jess can usually be found tending to her kitchen garden in the Sussex countryside or foraging for herbs in the nearby woods. A keen grower, she recently studied a RHS Level 2 Diploma in the Principles of Horticulture during her spare time.

Work highlights: Jess joined SPACE magazine in 2022 and has since progressed from Assistant Editor to Editor. During this time, she has worked across many aspects of the publication – from shaping editorial strategy and overseeing operations to contributing to art direction and representing the brand on stage at industry events including Surface Design Show and WOW!house.

Alongside her role at SPACE, Jess has built a creative career spanning the arts, culture, design and travel sectors. Prior to joining the magazine, she spent more than a decade in the commercial art industry, in artist liaison, gallery management, and curating collections for the hospitality sector across hotels and cruise ships. During this time, she also worked on freelance projects as a writer, photographer, and creative content producer.
 
Jess studied photojournalism at London College of Communication and the Danish School of Media and Journalism and holds a first-class BA (Hons) in Culture, Criticism and Curation from Central Saint Martins.

Fun fact: Katy has spent years perfecting all kinds of accents and loves a good impersonation!

Work highlights: Katy has been with Hotel Designs since the beginning, way back in 2015 when Forum Events & Media Group acquired the brand.

During this time, she has fostered many meaningful relationships with clients from across the hospitality spectrum, as well as playing a pivotal role in the launch of The Brit List Awards, Hotel Designs MEET UPs, client-led roundtables and panel talks, brand and website redesigns, HD Wellness Sets, DESIGN POD podcast, Hotel Designs LIVE panel talk series, Accessible Design Talks and more. Katy is always on the lookout for the next opportunity to help grow the Hotel Designs brand even further.
 
Most recently Katy has stepped in to the role of Publisher at SPACE magazine, the printed bi-monthly publication focused on hotel design, architecture, and development.

Together these platforms offer a comprehensive 360-degree service encompassing digital media, print publishing, and live events – providing unparalleled value to advertisers, partners, and readers alike.