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Mirror Shard Flooring

This Floor Has Lets You Walk Safely on Broken Glass

— September 28, 2015 — Art & Design
This unique flooring solution may be the most delicate out there, incorporating a glass surface over mirror shards.

Although visually complex, the construction of these floors is rather simple. To create this look, mirror shards from broken mirrors were placed on the existing subfloor before a layer of glass was put on top to create a safe walking surface.The result is an awe-inspiring, slightly frightening walk as it looks like you might step right into the broken glass.

Don't worry, this unconventional interior is not in anyone's house but was created as part of a design and architecture event. The space is meant to be a "laboratory of ideas" that present new and innovative designs. These floors were an exploration of depth and reflection, and the creative new ways flooring can thought of.
Trend Themes
1. Broken Glass Flooring - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a durable and safe flooring solution that incorporates broken glass for a unique visual effect.
2. Mirror Shard Surfaces - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative surfaces that combine mirror shards with other materials to create visually striking designs.
3. Exploratory Interior Design - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore unconventional and experimental interior design concepts to create immersive and awe-inspiring spaces.
Industry Implications
1. Flooring and Surfaces - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Revise traditional flooring materials and techniques to introduce new and aesthetically striking solutions.
2. Glass and Mirror Manufacturing - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Improve the production processes and durability of glass and mirror materials to meet the demand for unique and decorative applications.
3. Event Design and Architecture - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Push the boundaries of traditional event design and architecture by creating immersive and thought-provoking experiences that challenge conventional design norms.
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