Luxury + Practicality
Showcasing the harmony between luxury and practicality, achieved through thoughtful design and high-quality materials.
Project Details
Project Client
Arora Group
Project Address
North Terminal, Crawley, Horley, RH6 0PH
Project Consultant
Lyle Reeves
Transforming spaces with fresh contemporary design
With direct access to Gatwick Airport's North Terminal, the luxury Sofitel London Gatwick hotel delivers both style and convenience for international travellers.
As part of an extensive refurbishment of 72 bedroom suites, Pyro + Echo was selected to supply the tiles for the bathroom upgrades, transforming the space with a fresh, contemporary design.

Combining durability, safety and a luxurious aesthetic
For a high-traffic environment like an airport hotel, the bathroom spaces needed materials that would combine durability, safety, and a luxurious aesthetic. It was crucial to provide surfaces that would withstand frequent use while maintaining an elegant appearance.
We recommended Sahara Noir tiles from our Monument Way Marble range for the bathroom floors and walls. The Sahara Noir tiles were chosen for their rich, natural elegance, evoking harmony and refinement.
The project utilized 600x600mm tiles in both Polished and Matt finishes.
The Matt finish, with a PTV+36 slip rating, was the ideal choice for wet areas in the hospitality sector, ensuring both style and safety for guests.




Thoughtful design and high-quality materials
The project also incorporated Atrim Stainless Steel trims to ensure clean, elegant edges, while Python Grout and Adhesives were selected for their superior bonding strength and durability, providing a seamless and long-lasting finish. To guarantee complete waterproofing and protect against moisture ingress, the full Dukkaboard tanking system was employed, ensuring the bathrooms meet the rigorous demands of the hospitality sector.
All materials were sourced through the Trimline Group, known for their efficient service and ability to deliver comprehensive tiling systems to projects across the UK. The seamless supply chain allowed for next-day deliveries, ensuring the project remained on schedule and met the high standards expected for a luxury refurbishment.
The combination of premium materials and expert design execution resulted in sophisticated, functional bathroom spaces that align perfectly with the Sofitel brand.
The refurbishment has not only enhanced the aesthetic appeal of the suites but also ensured that the bathrooms are equipped to handle the demands of a busy hotel environment. This project showcases the harmony between luxury and practicality, achieved through thoughtful design and high-quality materials.