Flooring
- Product
- TOFF
- Species
- European White Oak
- Finish
- UV Oil
- Notes
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Original Cut: Character Grade
Tongue & Groove (T&G): Endmatched, Microbeveled Edges and Ends
Engineered Wood
Aventino
Bethesda, MD
Interior Designer: GrizForm Design Architects
Project Overview
Aventino is a vibrant bi-level restaurant that reimagines traditional Roman cuisine while celebrating Chef Mike’s Italian-Jewish heritage. The thoughtfully curated interior layers earthy neutrals, deep greens, and rich mustard tones with classic Italian motifs and hand-selected artwork, creating a warm, immersive dining experience that feels both timeless and contemporary.
Anchoring the space is TOFF European White Oak flooring, whose natural warmth balances the restaurant’s expressive material palette while providing a refined backdrop for guests. The result is a welcoming hospitality environment that reflects the culture, craftsmanship, and storytelling central to the restaurant’s identity.
Material Selection & Performance
The restaurant features TOFF European White Oak flooring, selected for its rich tonal character, durability, and ability to withstand the demands of a high-traffic hospitality environment. The flooring’s warm color palette and character-grade appearance complement the European-inspired interior, adding authenticity and natural texture throughout the dining spaces.
Engineered for long-term commercial performance, TOFF undergoes a fuming process that enriches the wood’s natural color while enhancing dimensional stability and resistance to wear. The smooth, durable surface simplifies maintenance while contributing to a healthier indoor environment. As a natural material, European White Oak also supports biophilic design by introducing warmth and visual comfort, creating an inviting atmosphere for guests and staff alike.
Specification & Technical Support
RESAWN collaborated with the design team to identify a flooring solution that balanced aesthetic goals with the performance requirements of a busy restaurant environment. TOFF European White Oak was selected for its distinctive color, character-grade appearance, and engineered construction, allowing the flooring to complement the project’s European-inspired design while providing lasting durability.
Through close coordination during the specification process, the flooring was tailored to integrate seamlessly with the restaurant’s finishes, helping bring the design vision to life while meeting the operational demands of hospitality.
Project Team
GrizForm Design Architects is a Washington, D.C.-based architecture and interior design firm specializing in hospitality environments. Known for its meticulous attention to detail, craftsmanship, and thoughtful integration of history and contemporary design, the firm creates distinctive restaurants, bars, and gathering spaces that deliver memorable guest experiences while reflecting each client’s unique vision.
Stair Parts
- Product
- CUSTOM
- Species
- European White Oak
- Finish
- Hardwax Oil
- Notes
-
Original Cut, Character Grade
Treads: Built-Up Bullnose
Risers: Surfaced 4 Sides (S4S)
Nosings: Built-Up Bullnose, Back End Grooved and Microbeveled
