Different by design

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New looks

Most opticians are making an effort to move away from dated practices and the contemporary combination of wooden floors and finishings with pale walls is still one of the most popular looks. Light, airy and minimalist, this look is fast becoming the new tradition. Wood - in all shades and species - is still very much associated with quality and it is for this reason that it is unlikely to go completely out of fashion, notes Ken Barnes, managing director of Barnes Design. 'Solid wood with natural tones and textures can be the ideal choice for modern practices. However it can also lend itself easily to a more traditional setting. Solid wood provides warmth and quality,' he says.