CMYUK has launched a new division called Arkutex in which it is bringing together its surface textiles offering for the build/interiors environment. It is also developing a dedicated Arkutex showroom and contractor training centre in Bloxwich, home to its national logistics and distribution hub.
The centre – being designed by architectural and design practice KSS – will showcase multiple environments that simulate all target applications and markets for Arkutex surface textiles – which include ranges from Pongs, Kavalan, UFabrik and more. Applications include single piece stretch fabrics that simulate solid structures, walls and ceilings, enabling digitally printed designs or plain textiles to fabricate spatial areas. Paste-up textiles, furniture, exterior facades, projection backdrops, magnetic surfaces, pin walls and more, are all made possible through these materials.
Arkutex products include up to 5m wide one-piece, no join surface coverings for impactful walls and ceilings while additional elements – such as acoustic grade sound management, lighting, H-VAC and telecoms systems – can be easily integrated. The materials meet rigorous health and safety, fire and environmental certifications, and is specification-ready for interior and exterior projects.
Mick Crook, CMYUK business development director (materials) said: “The Arkutex portfolio of surface textiles represents a fully specified opportunity for our clients to access new applications in multiple market sectors. Personalised interiors and décor using environmentally responsible materials is a high growth area and architectural textiles extend this trend even further. Creating new innovations both in design and installation, the scope and versatility that Arkutex offers, provides a compelling narrative with the potential to secure greater profitability and build more resilience into our customers’ business operations.”
CMYUK commercial director Robin East added: “We are delighted to launch this new specialist division and are particularly excited to be working with KSS to establish a new showroom and fitting training centre. This new facility will showcase the full potential of textile architecture applications that will engage and inspire the high-end architectural/D&B community and associated media.”
