Hardwood Floors December 2025/January 2026

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When a private client in the United States began searching for a truly one-of-a-kind panel floor, their architect and design team reached out to Woodworks, a company known for creating bold, complex patterns that honor tradition while pushing the boundaries of modern design. The centerpiece of their collaboration was Sapphire, a distinctive multidirectional panel that reflects both historical inspiration and contemporary innovation. PAST PRESENT meets

By Burt Bollinger

“We’re always trying to explore everything that’s possible with a wooden floor,” says Robert Walsh, CEO of Woodworks. With locations in both London and New York, the company has spent the last 30 years specializing in reclaimed and antique wood projects, many of them large in scale and ambitious in scope. That experience has shaped their approach to craftsmanship, influencing both technique and creativity.

Sapphire was developed as part of that mission. Each panel measures approximately 3 feet square and features a circular core connected by a banding strip that links the design across the entire floor. The result is a multidirectional pattern that Walsh says brings energy and sophistication to any space, while maintaining a sense of balance and structure.

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