Crafted for Experience: North Ranch Country Club Flooring

Crafted for Experience: North Ranch Country Club Flooring Transformation

A Clubhouse Reimagined

North Ranch Country Club underwent a major transformation to redefine the member experience. The renovation introduced a new 13,000 sq. ft. wellness center featuring a gym, yoga and massage studios, pools and hot tubs, updated dining, childcare facilities, and refreshed locker rooms.

For a project of this scale, RCI Builders turned to hospitality flooring contractors in Westlake Village they could trust — and Universal Metro was selected to deliver a complete, turnkey flooring solution for both the clubhouse and lifestyle center.

Scope of Work

Universal Metro provided a comprehensive flooring package that balanced design aesthetics with performance across multiple environments. Key elements included:

  • Subfloor Preparation & Moisture Mitigation

  • Tile & Hard-Surface Installations

    • Daltile Reminiscent tile throughout corridors, clubhouse common areas, and exterior patios.

    • Daltile Mythology tile in bathrooms, showers, and wet-wall surfaces.

    • Complete waterproofing, grout, sealing, and pencil trim.

  • Luxury Vinyl & Resilient Surfaces

  • Project & Material Management

    • Coordinated expedited material delivery with Starnet partners when the outdoor patio was added.

    • Used C/F Data Systems and RFMS for estimating, documentation, and installation tracking.

Across the project, Universal Metro demonstrated why they are among the top hospitality flooring contractors in Westlake Village, providing tailored solutions for high-traffic, wet, and multi-use environments.

Flooring Solutions That Balance Style & Performance

  • Durability & Moisture Resistance: Ceramic tile in wet and high-traffic areas ensures longevity and easy maintenance.

  • Comfort & Acoustics: LVT adds warmth and sound mitigation in wellness and spa areas.

  • Seamless Indoor-Outdoor Flow: Extending tile to the exterior patio maintains design continuity.

  • Design Cohesion: Neutral, refined palettes unify the clubhouse, spa, and dining areas into a welcoming environment.

This combination of products and installations highlights Universal Metro’s expertise as hospitality flooring contractors in Westlake Village, capable of delivering high-performance solutions across diverse environments.

Challenges Met, Excellence Delivered

  • Mid-Project Scope Expansion: When the outdoor patio was added, UMI leveraged Starnet partnerships to secure expedited tile deliveries — keeping the project on schedule.

  • Moisture & Substrate Challenges: Showers, locker rooms, and pool-adjacent spaces required waterproofing and substrate prep; Ardex systems ensured a reliable, flat surface.

  • Multi-Environment Coordination: Spa, wellness, athletic, and dining spaces all received tailored flooring solutions without sacrificing visual continuity.

  • Precision Finishing: LVT, tile, and wall base transitions were executed to exacting standards to meet the client’s high expectations.

Universal Metro’s hands-on expertise confirms why property owners trust them when searching for hospitality flooring contractors in Westlake Village.

The Impact: A Unified, Elevated Club Experience

The renovated North Ranch Country Club now showcases durable, visually appealing floors that enhance the member experience. Ceramic tile stands up to heavy traffic and wet conditions, while LVT delivers comfort and acoustical benefits. Seamless indoor-to-outdoor flooring maintains a cohesive aesthetic, reflecting the club’s upscale brand.

Universal Metro’s role as hospitality flooring contractors in Westlake Village ensured that every design vision became reality — on time, on budget, and with exceptional craftsmanship.

A Trusted Flooring Partner for Hospitality & Private Clubs

Universal Metro’s work at North Ranch Country Club reflects extensive experience delivering commercial flooring solutions for hospitality, private clubs, and high-end amenity spaces. From early coordination through final installation, our team understands how flooring impacts both design intent and operational success.

Pasadena City Hall 1

Pasadena City Hall – Seismic Upgrade & Rehabilitation

City Hall chambers room with a table and chairs

Project Description

Client:
Pasadena City Hall

Location:
Pasadena, California

Year Completed:
2008

Project Value:
$ 392,790

Architect:
Bastien and Associates

Products / Strategic Partners:
Armstrong Flooring Inc., J + J Flooring Group,
Tarkett | Johnsonite

Project Summary

Vision:
Pasadena City Hall is one of the finest examples of the California Mediterranean style. It is the dominant building in the Pasadena Civic Center, which is a complex of government, institutional and cultural buildings that epitomizes the City Beautiful movement.

Since its opening on December 27, 1927, Pasadena City Hall has remained one of the most distinctive public buildings in the United States and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Universal Metro’s work on the building’s restoration project earned it a StarNet 2008 Design Award in the Enviromental Achievment Category.

 

Pomellato 10

Pomellato (Beverly Hills, CA)

Pomellato-2

Project Description

Client:
Pomellato

Location:
Beverly Hills, California

Year Completed:
2011

Architect:
Labo LLC Architecture

Awards / Acknowledgements
Starnet Design Award

Products / Strategic Partners:
ARDEX Americas, Bigelow Flooring Inc., Henry Adhesives

Project Summary

Vision:
Pomellato wanted to create a flagship retail store to house both the Pomellato and Dodo brands, while attracting the Asian market. Neutral stone products providing a rich and stately design, accentuated with carpet insets for a soft feel. The stairway was re-surfaced with stone, leading to the Dodo brand. Asian design elements were incorporated with a custom elevator rug from Korea.

 

LAX Business Class Lounge 1

LAX Interim Business Class Lounge (Los Angeles, CA)

LAX_Business_Class_Lounge-1

Project Description

Client:
Los Angeles World Airports

Location:
Los Angeles, California

Surface Area:
20,000 SF

Year Completed:
2010

Architect:
George Brown

Products / Strategic Partners:
ARDEX Americas, Tarkett | Johnsonite,
Daltile, Henry Adhesives

Project Summary

Vision:

The renovation of the Bradley Terminal is the largest single construction project in the history of the City of Los Angeles. Unlike most airport projects where the building is closed to occupants, airlines continued to provide services to 10 million passengers annually during the 38-month construction schedule that began in January 2007. A wide range of improvements were made to the building, including the installation of a $140-million, in-line baggage security screening system, a state-of-the-art dynamic signage, improved lighting and finishes, and up-to-date information technology systems to speed the check-in process for passengers.

The 4,000-foot, interim first-class lounge, located on the Bradley’s Terminal’s mezzanine level, is designed for 133 guests. The interim business-class lounge is 16,000 square feet and designed for 578 guests. It is located on a vacant ramp area opposite the terminal and is reached from the Bradley Terminal’s Gate 118 by continuously operating motor coaches.