We love a classic hardwood floor but today we’re breaking from the straight and narrow to explore a few of the many gorgeous options afforded through the art of parquet. From rich, brass-inlaid walnut to rough piecings of scrap wood – we hope this selection of beauties will leave you a little more inspired to mix things up underfoot. Above – Walnut and wenge wood with brass inserts by Palazzo Morelli.

TIMELESS STYLE… runs through the Basillica collection by Origineel Chapel Parket.

Variabili Geometrie by Palazzo Morelli.

ALWAYS A PERFECT… option – the crisp clean style of a hungarian point pattern. Flooring by Origineel Chapel Parket.

Cubic parquet by Artwood Floors.

AN ORGANIC… patchwork of hand cut, end-grain wood pieces fit together to create a dynamic parquet. Design by Raphael Navot.

Rustic sophistication – cross-cut wood by Origineel Chapel Parket.

DESIGNER… Patricia Urquiloa collaborated with the wood specialists at ListoneGiordano to create Biscuit – a cheeky twist on the classic wood floor.

Bespoke chevron pattern by Artwood Floors.