--- title: Milliken Europe Blog | Kate Collier (5) description: Our blog is a hub for our latest news, updates, well-being and design insights and more, with content curated by our in-house design team and some of Europe's best interior designers and architects. Learn more. (5) --- [![Milliken Flooring Blog](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/5677727/Milliken_April2019%20Header%20Sitemap/Images/milliken-blog_logo.png)](https://europeblog.milliken.com/) [Find a Rep](https://floors.milliken.com/floors/en-gb/company/rep-locator) - [Home](https://www.milliken.com/en-gb/businesses/floor-covering) - [Products](https://fcproductcatalog.milliken.com/en-gb/search/collections?regionName=Europe&marketName=Contract&catalogName=Products®ionId=78&marketId=73&catalogId=17&sort=recent&totalResults=18) - [Contact Us](https://www.milliken.com/en-gb/businesses/floor-covering/contact-us/contact-us---stay-connected) ## Kate Collier ## [Pattern Play: From Concept to Carpet - Q&A with Designer Helen Lloyd](https://europeblog.milliken.com/pattern-play-from-concept-to-carpet-qa-with-designer-helen-lloyd) Jul 31, 2025 Posted by [Kate Collier](https://europeblog.milliken.com/author/kate-collier) posted in [Design Inspiration](https://europeblog.milliken.com/tag/design-inspiration) In this behind-the-scenes Q&A, we sit down with Helen Lloyd, the designer behind Milliken’s latest and most expressive collection, to explore how [Pattern Play](https://www.milliken.com/en-gb/businesses/floor-covering/collections/pattern-play) came to life. [Read More »](https://europeblog.milliken.com/pattern-play-from-concept-to-carpet-qa-with-designer-helen-lloyd) ## [All About Wood & All About Stone - Two New LVT Collections by Milliken](https://europeblog.milliken.com/all-about-wood-all-about-stone-two-new-lvt-collections-by-milliken) Jul 8, 2025 Posted by [Kate Collier](https://europeblog.milliken.com/author/kate-collier) posted in [Design](https://europeblog.milliken.com/tag/design) Milliken introduces two new Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) collections: '[All About Wood](https://fcproductcatalog.milliken.com/en-gb/search/colors?regionName=Europe&marketName=Contract&catalogName=Products®ionId=78&marketId=73&catalogId=17&sort=recent&totalResults=18&_gl=1*15guqev*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3NDYwMzMzODcuQ2owS0NRandsTWZBQmhDV0FSSXNBREdYZHlfUUVCWmhLcVd0X3N1cW85dWVNYVFJVVNMOF9Ea3loZmUzMGlOX0NRVF85cjVDek40bEtDTWFBaXVfRUFMd193Y0I.*_gcl_au*MTMxMzg0MDY4OS4xNzQ4ODY5NjUx*_ga*Mjk3MTc3Mzg5LjE3MDE5NjgwMjQ.*_ga_SRPN5CSMLW*czE3NTE5ODU5NzMkbzEwMDQkZzEkdDE3NTE5ODcwODUkajQwJGwwJGgw&collectionId=630&collectionName=All+About+Wood+5.0+-+LVT)' and '[All About Stone](https://fcproductcatalog.milliken.com/en-gb/search/colors?regionName=Europe&marketName=Contract&catalogName=Products®ionId=78&marketId=73&catalogId=17&sort=recent&totalResults=18&_gl=1*15guqev*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3NDYwMzMzODcuQ2owS0NRandsTWZBQmhDV0FSSXNBREdYZHlfUUVCWmhLcVd0X3N1cW85dWVNYVFJVVNMOF9Ea3loZmUzMGlOX0NRVF85cjVDek40bEtDTWFBaXVfRUFMd193Y0I.*_gcl_au*MTMxMzg0MDY4OS4xNzQ4ODY5NjUx*_ga*Mjk3MTc3Mzg5LjE3MDE5NjgwMjQ.*_ga_SRPN5CSMLW*czE3NTE5ODU5NzMkbzEwMDQkZzEkdDE3NTE5ODcwODUkajQwJGwwJGgw&collectionId=648&collectionName=All+About+Stone+5.0+-+LVT).' They bring together the beauty of nature and biophilic design with the practicality and functionality of LVT. They are designed to suit a wide variety of interior settings, including offices, retail spaces, hospitality environments, educational facilities and residential areas. They provide exceptional durability, quieter floors, and ease of maintenance. [Read More »](https://europeblog.milliken.com/all-about-wood-all-about-stone-two-new-lvt-collections-by-milliken) ## [The 5-Step Checklist For Fitting Office Carpet](https://europeblog.milliken.com/the-5-step-checklist-for-fitting-office-carpet) Jul 7, 2025 Posted by [Kate Collier](https://europeblog.milliken.com/author/kate-collier) posted in [Performance Benefits](https://europeblog.milliken.com/tag/performance-benefits) Carpet installation can take up a significant percentage of your flooring budget - especially if removing existing flooring reveals unexpected problems, or you run into complications during the project. To help streamline your carpet installation, we've compiled a list of seven things to check - and why they're so important. [Read More »](https://europeblog.milliken.com/the-5-step-checklist-for-fitting-office-carpet) ## [How Modular Carpet Tiles Can Breathe New Life Into Your Office Design](https://europeblog.milliken.com/how-modular-carpet-tiles-can-breathe-new-life-into-your-office-design) Jul 4, 2025 Posted by [Kate Collier](https://europeblog.milliken.com/author/kate-collier) posted in [Performance Benefits](https://europeblog.milliken.com/tag/performance-benefits) We spend upwards of 40 hours every week in the office - more of our waking time than we spend anywhere else. As such, it's becoming increasingly important to design office spaces that not only look the part, but create a comfortable working environment too. We're sharing five ways your choice of carpet can breathe new life into your office design, and create a space that improves communication, collaboration and engagement between employees. [Read More »](https://europeblog.milliken.com/how-modular-carpet-tiles-can-breathe-new-life-into-your-office-design) ## [Pattern Play - A new modular carpet collection by Milliken](https://europeblog.milliken.com/pattern-play-a-new-modular-carpet-collection-by-milliken) Jun 9, 2025 Posted by [Kate Collier](https://europeblog.milliken.com/author/kate-collier) posted in [Design](https://europeblog.milliken.com/tag/design) [Pattern Play](https://fcproductcatalog.milliken.com/en-gb/search/colors?regionName=Europe&marketName=Contract&catalogName=Products®ionId=78&marketId=73&catalogId=17&sort=recent&totalResults=18&_gl=1*19gl9kd*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3NDYwMzMzODcuQ2owS0NRandsTWZBQmhDV0FSSXNBREdYZHlfUUVCWmhLcVd0X3N1cW85dWVNYVFJVVNMOF9Ea3loZmUzMGlOX0NRVF85cjVDek40bEtDTWFBaXVfRUFMd193Y0I.*_gcl_au*MTMxMzg0MDY4OS4xNzQ4ODY5NjUx*_ga*Mjk3MTc3Mzg5LjE3MDE5NjgwMjQ.*_ga_SRPN5CSMLW*czE3NTAwNjg1MjQkbzkzNSRnMCR0MTc1MDA2ODUyNCRqNjAkbDAkaDA.&collectionId=646&collectionName=Pattern+Play) is a carpet tile collection designed by Milliken’s in-house design team from the company’s UK HQ in Wigan. It takes as its starting point the New London Fabulous Movement, celebrating joy, diversity and creativity. Pattern Play is a bold and playful collection combining pattern, colour and texture showcasing what Milliken does best: creating a design statement and blending artistry with technology. [Read More »](https://europeblog.milliken.com/pattern-play-a-new-modular-carpet-collection-by-milliken) ## [Health And Wellness: The Next Era Of Sustainable Design](https://europeblog.milliken.com/health-and-wellness-the-next-era-of-sustainable-design) May 4, 2025 Posted by [Kate Collier](https://europeblog.milliken.com/author/kate-collier) posted in [Design](https://europeblog.milliken.com/tag/design) Sustainability has long been a priority for designers looking to make a positive impact with their work, beyond simply focusing on aesthetics and functionality. But now every major company has its own 'green' stance and sustainability measures in place, and there's a new trend emerging in sustainable design. Increasingly, designers are turning their attentions towards health and wellness, finding ways to design a space that's good for its users. People become the focal point of the design: how will they use this space every day, and how can we design it to improve their lives? Today we're looking at these shifting priorities in sustainable design, and exploring exactly why health and wellness is on the rise. [Read More »](https://europeblog.milliken.com/health-and-wellness-the-next-era-of-sustainable-design) ## [The Pros And Cons Of Carpet Tiles](https://europeblog.milliken.com/the-pros-and-cons-of-carpet-tiles) May 4, 2025 Posted by [Kate Collier](https://europeblog.milliken.com/author/kate-collier) posted in [Design](https://europeblog.milliken.com/tag/design), [Performance Benefits](https://europeblog.milliken.com/tag/performance-benefits) Modular carpet tiles are one of the most popular flooring options in commercial environments. Today I'm sharing the pros and cons of this versatile floor covering, to help you determine whether carpet tiles are a good fit for your next project. [Read More »](https://europeblog.milliken.com/the-pros-and-cons-of-carpet-tiles) ## [Transform Your Floors: 4 Great Ways To Use The Power Of Pattern](https://europeblog.milliken.com/transform-your-floors-4-great-ways-to-use-the-power-of-pattern) Apr 28, 2025 Posted by [Kate Collier](https://europeblog.milliken.com/author/kate-collier) posted in [Design Inspiration](https://europeblog.milliken.com/tag/design-inspiration) Is pattern-phobia a thing? For what seems like years, many workplace designers have avoided the use of pattern, instead retreating to the safety of minimal finishes. Now, however, we are beginning to experience a shift. Interior designers are exploring pattern more and discovering new and exciting ways to use it. [Read More »](https://europeblog.milliken.com/transform-your-floors-4-great-ways-to-use-the-power-of-pattern) ## [7 Ways That Pattern Can Improve Workplace Design](https://europeblog.milliken.com/7-ways-that-pattern-improve-workplace-design) Apr 28, 2025 Posted by [Kate Collier](https://europeblog.milliken.com/author/kate-collier) posted in [Design Inspiration](https://europeblog.milliken.com/tag/design-inspiration) From floor coverings to furnishing fabrics and wallcoverings to screening, we are seeing [a strong and growing trend](https://europeblog.milliken.com/move-over-minimalism-pattern-is-back) for pattern. Applied to commercial interiors, pattern can have a powerful and positive impact, particularly for the workplace. Read on to learn about the many different ways that pattern can be used to enhance workplace interiors. [Read More »](https://europeblog.milliken.com/7-ways-that-pattern-improve-workplace-design) ## [The Transformational Power Of Pattern](https://europeblog.milliken.com/the-transformational-power-of-pattern) Apr 28, 2025 Posted by [Kate Collier](https://europeblog.milliken.com/author/kate-collier) posted in [Design Inspiration](https://europeblog.milliken.com/tag/design-inspiration) Like silent architects, patterns are not just repetitive designs but powerful forces that can drive transformation, innovation and meaning across multiple areas of our lives.  Read on as we dive into the fascinating world of pattern, understanding how they shape everything, from the structure of nature to business, science, art and the very rhythms of our existence. 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