Lakes by YOO: luxury second-home development featuring engineered wood flooring

Mar 31, 2023

Lakes by YOO is a luxury second-home development located in the Cotswolds region of England. It is a collaboration between property developer John Hitchcox and designer Philippe Starck, and features a collection of bespoke lakeside homes surrounded by 850 acres of nature reserve.

The development includes a range of amenities, such as a spa, tennis courts, a gym, and a boathouse. There are also several restaurants and cafes on site, as well as a concierge service to assist with any needs or requests. In addition to the homes themselves, Lakes by YOO offers a range of experiences and activities for residents, including paddle boarding, kayaking, hiking, and wildlife watching.

The homes at Lakes by YOO are designed with a focus on sustainability and natural materials, featuring timber cladding, stone accents, and expansive windows to allow for plenty of natural light and views of the surrounding landscape.

Flooring: Ecohardwood. Colour: Ocean Breeze. Interior: Hamilford Design. Installation: Ecohardwood Contractors. Location: Costwolds, Lakes by YOO.

Woof flooring in tailor-made Ocean Breeze colour

The interior of this second home, the lake house project, was created by Hamilford Design. Throughout the house, Ecohardwood Contractors installed herringbone parquet and planks using double oak engineered wood flooring that was tailor-made at Ecohardwood's state-of-the-art factory in Ocean Breeze colour.

YOO group is a leading player in the residential and hotel design industry, known for its distinctive style, which combines contemporary design with classic elements and influences from various cultures and styles. The company's design philosophy emphasizes creating spaces that are both beautiful and functional, with an emphasis on comfort, sustainability, and a sense of community.

YOO works with leading architects and designers to create bespoke interiors for residential and hospitality projects around the world.

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We were on the hunt for the perfect Chevron oak parquet to match our Parisian-style home, and we’re so glad we found you guys! The colour, the quality – everything is absolutely spot on. The customer service was fantastic too – friendly, helpful, and super professional. Big thanks from our whole family (including Shrek, our very spoiled British Blue cat)!

I bought the floors for 1 of my project. They look amazing, worth every penny. The client is so happy with this flooring. Next projects will suggest to my clients to get this floor. Easy to install...One of the staff which I deal with ( name Renata ), was really helpful. Thank you Renata. Definitely recommend this flooring.

We used Ecohardwood flooring for our new loft conversion. The process from start to finish with Mantas and all the team was smooth. We also purchased doors which complete the room. We are delighted with the outcome and wouldn’t hesitate in recommending them.

I recently worked on my kitchen showroom and chose EcoHardwood for the flooring. They have a beautiful new showroom, and I’m thoroughly impressed with the quality and variety of colors they offer. The team were extremely informative and knowledgeable, and they helped me make the best choices. Love my DUNE colour! The entire project turned out wonderfully, and I’m very satisfied with the results.

We recently purchased Ecohardwood engineered oak wood flooring in the Tobacco colour and we couldn’t be happier. The quality is excellent – well made, with a beautiful natural finish. We installed it throughout the whole house and it has completely changed the look and feel of the space, giving it a warm, modern and very natural feel. We did apply a premium hardwax oil, which enhanced the tone and added extra protection. We are extremely happy with our choice and would definitely recommend this floor to anyone looking for great quality and a timeless look.

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