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XO Tile

Urban HQ

Project Sector
Office Sector
Architects
Róisín Lafferty
Materials Used
Marvel Dream Ultramarine
Marvel Dream Black Atlantis

Located in the heart of Belfast, Urban HQ is a contemporary flexible workspace designed to combine modern functionality with a refined and design-led interior aesthetic. Set within Eagle Star House in Belfast’s business district, the project creates an environment centred around productivity, collaboration and elevated workplace design.

A carefully curated material palette plays a defining role throughout the interior, with contrasting marble-effect surfaces used to introduce depth, texture and visual balance across the various spaces within the workspace. Within one of the office areas, Marvel Dream Ultramarine Blue was applied across the flooring, bringing richness and character to the contemporary interior. The deep blue tones and subtle movement within the surface create a bold yet refined atmosphere that complements the clean architectural detailing throughout the space.

In contrast, Marvel Dream Black Atlantis was selected for the seating and breakout areas, grounding the interior with a more dramatic and sophisticated aesthetic. Rich in depth and texture, the darker finish creates warmth and intimacy within the communal spaces while maintaining the overall contemporary language of the project. The balance between the striking blue office flooring and the darker seating areas helps define each space while ensuring cohesion throughout the wider interior scheme.

The use of large-format surfaces throughout the project enhances the seamless and modern feel of the workspace, allowing texture and materiality to become key elements within the overall design. The interaction between natural light and the polished surfaces introduces movement and reflection across the interior, contributing to the calm and elevated atmosphere of the environment.

Selected for both their visual impact and durability, the materials used throughout Urban HQ contribute to a workspace that feels contemporary, refined and timeless. Careful attention to craftsmanship and detailing ensures that each finish integrates seamlessly within the wider architectural vision of the project.

The result is a sophisticated commercial interior where bold material choices and contemporary workplace design come together to create a dynamic and enduring environment.