When New York City design firm AB|DS was charged with transforming an outdated Bedford, NY home, the flooring played a pivotal role. “The floor is so critical when designing spaces and wood flooring in particular creates a connection to nature,” explains the firm’s founder, Alexander (Alex)…

Transitional interior design has become an increasingly popular design style over the last decade as it blends traditional elements such as upholstered chairs, antiques and neutral colors with the cleaner lines and minimalism found in contemporary design.   Add in natural elements such as Carli…

Natural White Oak floors are a staple of the flooring market and are known for their durability, resilience, and versatility. At Carlisle, we love our White Oak hardwood flooring as much as anyone.  Explore the design options in this popular hardwood floor and pick up some design tips for your …

With so many options available in hardwood flooring these days, the decision on which hardwood floor to choose is not an easy one or one that should be taken lightly.  Hardwood flooring is not only an investment and attractive to buyers when selling your home, but it’s also a beautiful floor t…

In the heart of Pittsburgh’s Oakland neighborhood, known as the Cultural Hub and within walking distance of the Carnegie Museums and Phipps Conservatory, you will find this lively neighborhood’s newest gem, The Oaklander Hotel.  From its breathtaking panoramic views in the 10th-floor lobby t…

In our last blog, we discussed the exciting experience of designing a custom wide plank floor by Carlisle — particularly how the characteristics of wood affect plank width, and how scaling the plank width will help you achieve the look you want on your floor. Today, we are shifting our focus to…

Whether you’re building a new home or remodeling an older one, every detail counts. You can be timeless or you can be a trendsetter, but one thing is certain: choosing high-quality, luxurious products is an investment that will serve you well for years to come. Investing in high-end materia…

Wood floors make a stunning addition to any home or apartment. Installing a new wood floor is a major step toward beautifying your home and can be done in pretty much any room of the house. When it comes to interior design, the sky is the limit and there are plenty of ways you can […]

Wide plank wood floors go with any style home. From plush Beverly Hills mansions to rustic seaside bungalos in the Florida Key's, we've seen it all, and designed wood floors for it all too. Today, we're starting a new series on our blog that will show you just how versatile our floor…

A sometimes overlooked opportunity in both new home designs and remodels is the chance to use different wood flooring styles and colors throughout the home to create a custom look and set just the right mood for every space. It may be cliché, but variety really is the spice of life. Disco…

When it comes to selecting wood flooring for a residential or commercial interior you want to be fashionable! One of the best ways to do this is by selecting a stylish wood floor that complements and elevates the overall design creating a more classy and timeless look. A pattern wood floor, also …

Floors with elegantly shaped parquet patterns arrived on the home décor scene in 16th century Europe. Craftsmen would use light and dark wood to create one-of-a-kind designs that involved an intense amount of labor. After all, each piece had to be hand-cut and fit into place. Only the weal…