Custom Timber Flooring Innovations at Hotel Indigo Auckland

In the heart of midtown Auckland, Hotel Indigo rises behind its preserved 1912 façade as one of the city’s tallest landmarks—where heritage meets modern luxury. Developed by 94 Feet Pty with Icon Construction, the hotel showcases how Quick-Step’s Project Oak delivered customised timber flooring with bespoke finishes, cutting-edge innovations, and sustainable sourcing to create a premium foundation for hospitality design.

To carry this narrative of heritage and modernity indoors, the design team turned to Quick-Step’s Project Oak—a fully bespoke timber flooring solution designed for large-scale developments. The chosen finish, Natures Oak engineered timber in Black Forest, anchors the interiors with richness, depth, and timeless appeal.

Bespoke flooring for premium environments

What sets Hotel Indigo apart is not just the design itself, but the way its flooring was tailored to suit the demands of a high-performance hospitality setting. Through Project Oak, Quick-Step collaborated closely with the developers to customise grading, tones, and surface treatments—delivering a floor that balances aesthetics, longevity, and functionality.

Flooring innovations that perform

Quick-Step’s innovative technologies ensure the flooring not only looks stunning but performs exceptionally in a busy hotel environment:

Watertight surface technology protects against spills and moisture, perfect for guest rooms and shared spaces.

Surface & Edge Protect+ repels dirt and grime from timber grains and joints, making maintenance simple and efficient.

Uniclic installation system delivers stability and precision in both floating and glued applications.

PEFC certification ensures timber is sourced responsibly, supporting sustainable building practices.

The deep Black Forest tone and tactile brushed surface lend a sense of grounded elegance, complementing the building’s architectural history while enhancing its bold, contemporary interiors. Guests experience the warmth of natural timber underfoot, while operators benefit from a flooring solution designed to withstand the rigours of daily use.

Setting a benchmark in bespoke flooring

By choosing Quick-Step’s Project Oak, 94 Feet Pty and the design team—Dalman Architects NZ in collaboration with Scott Carver Australia—have set a benchmark for customised flooring in hospitality design. Installed by Hills Commercial Floors Auckland, the result is a premium flooring solution where design flexibility, environmental responsibility, and innovation converge.

Hotel Indigo Auckland is proof that with Quick-Step, bespoke timber flooring doesn’t just complement great architecture—it elevates it.