Marvel Stadium upgrades feature Forbo flooring finishes

The upgrades to Melbourne’s Marvel Stadium, completed in March last year, were a much-needed makeover to one of the world's busiest multi-purpose venues after more than 20 years of use.

In key areas, architects Grimshaw chose Forbo’s Flotex range of flooring finishes because of its performance capabilities.

Amanda York, Interior Design Lead at project architect Grimshaw, explained “the selection of the floor finish required careful consideration.

“It needed to be durable enough to withstand the unforgiving environment of the team locker rooms where the impact of muddy footy boots is an everyday occurrence along with the occasional champagne shower celebration. We needed a carpet that could easily be cleaned.”

York noted “I had initial hesitations around a suitable design that would be stylish enough for the team facilities. Carpet plays an important role in elevating the overall design of a space, so it needed to be an appropriate choice.

“(However), as soon as I viewed samples of Philippe Starck’s unique collection for Flotex I knew this was spot-on. The bold and dynamic linear design of Twilight spoke perfectly to the energetic atmosphere of the locker rooms.”

Recent use has demonstrated how the venue can adapt to different needs, creating personality and identity in the team facilities. 

The Flotex design chosen was by renowned French designer, Philippe Starck, adding a sense of speed and movement to a superhero stadium. 

The Flotex Starck collection features unique patterns and plays on scale and transition, creating a new language in the perception of interior spaces and floor covering design.

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Images: Forbo flooring solutions at Marvel Stadium. Credit: Forbo Flooring Australia/Diana Snape.