PizzaExpress’s ‘Living Lab’ Restaurant in Richmond, Surrey features colourful high pressure laminates and solid surface materials from ABET LAMINATI. These have been used to stunning effect by Ab Rogers Design who was appointed to transform the restaurant into a ‘Living Lab’ combining experiential design, advanced developments in restaurant acoustics and a re-energised approach to display and service.
In order to achieve the rich and vibrant atmosphere inspired by the traditional open food stalls found in Naples, ARD has used many different laminates, including brightly coloured gloss HR LAQ for counterfronts and ribbon seating booths, white Stratificato with a black and white striped core for tables and shelving and Pral solid surfacing for countertops and satellite stations.
Talking about the scheme, Ab Rogers comments, “‘ABET LAMINATI is very easy to work with and offer the best products and colour ranges on the market. They have never let us down with deliveries and we think their high pressure laminates perform remarkably well.'
HR LAQ is a Collection of high gloss surface laminates with very high resistance to scratching, wear and abrasion. Available in both vertical and horizontal grades, the range offers a choice of 24 bold and bright colours. Stratificato is a decorative, self-supporting compact grade high pressure laminate with decorative faces on both sides and a sandwich of colours throughout the core which provide exciting effects for tables, counters and partitions. PRAL is an extraordinary man-made material, obtained by combining a natural mineral with an acrylic polymer. With an essence of beauty, colour, formability, functionality and great tactile finish, it is ideal for solid counters, surfaces and washbasins.
High pressure laminates from ABET LAMINATI are ideal for this type of heavy duty application. The laminates meet and exceed all European and British performance standards (BS:EN) for resistance to wear, heat, moisture, impact and scratching. They are frequently installed in situations where aesthetically pleasing interior design, function and form are carefully crafted together to create an attractive visual experience.
Samples of the various ranges and technical information are available from the Abet Sample Line (tel: 020 7473 6915) or visit www.abetuk.com
Photo: John Short
