Not so new really. We have been installing interior decrative concrete for ten years. Hit the link above to see some examples.
It seems that all of a sudden it has become the current "it" material. Using concrete as an aesthetic upscale interior design material has been an artistic avenue for us. Concrete can be formed, sculpted, stained, painted, dyed, grinded, polished, inlaid.......
Concrete applications are are endless.. We have designed and/or installed interior floors, stairs, kitchen counters, bath lavatories, integral sinks, window sills, showers, fireplace surrounds and thin coat concrete walls.
With the growing popularity of concrete; many contractors are entering the field, many have varied and extensive experience with concrete. The key element for a successful concrete product as with any project is the design. Concrete is an enduring product; a well designed project will be enjoyed for the life of the project.
Wood flooring: Bamboo, Palm, exotic materials from managed forests.
Decking: Ipea (Ironwood) from managed forests
Manufactured Decking from recycled plastics and wood
Lighting: Low Voltage lighting - Cable lighting