Hardwood Floors February/March 2026

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“They [homeowners] wanted something that looked like it had always been there. The layout was everything. We had to make sure every line made sense, and that meant measuring constantly and adapting on the fly.” — Alex Oliveira, Arpa Flooring Design By Burt Bollinger Patterned WITH A PURPOSE The Flatiron Building in New York City is one of the most recognizable silhouettes in American architecture. Constructed in 1902, its narrow footprint and triangular design have made it a landmark for more than a century. Inside, however, decades of commercial use had taken their toll. When a major renovation was planned to convert the entire structure from office space to luxury residences, the design brief was clear: make the new look feel like it had always belonged.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF ALEX OLIVEIRA | ARPA FLOORING DESIGN

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