Building exterior with cork cladding, round window, yellow pipe, and leaves in the foreground.

A building exterior featuring cork cladding with a round window and a yellow pipe, partially obscured by leaves.

Loft extension with cork cladding and yellow-framed windows on a brick house.
Row of brick houses with a modern loft extension made of cork cladding and a circular window.
Rooftop extension with cork cladding, round and rectangular windows with yellow frames.
Interior room with large window, light blue radiator, wooden dresser, and standing mirror.
Interior room with a striped floor, large mirror, wooden dresser, minimalist artwork, yellow window frame, and blue radiator.
Room interior with a door having a circular window, yellow-framed window, potted plant, and blue radiator.
Interior room with a wooden dresser, large window, striped floor, and two-tone walls in light blue and beige.
Interior view of a bathroom with blue mosaic tiles and a room with cork flooring and two-tone walls.
Bathroom with circular window, yellow frame, white sink, mirrored cabinet, light blue walls, and blue tiles.
Interior corner with light blue square tiles on the walls and a skylight.
Shower area with light blue mosaic tiles and white shower fixtures.
Bedroom with sloped ceiling, colorful bedding, yellow door, light blue walls, and geometric patterned floor.
Staircase with yellow railings and white pendant lights in a minimalist interior.
Interior view of a staircase with yellow railings and beige steps, and a pendant light.
Floor plan showing building layout with rooms and corridors in black and red lines.
Floor plan of a building showing a staircase, bathroom, and multiple rooms.
Floor plan showing a loft layout with a staircase, bedroom, and bathroom.
Section drawing of a multi-story building with a sloped roof and interior layout.

Story

A sustainable transformation with cork The Cork Loft in Walthamstow, designed by Office S&M, is a testament to the innovative use of one of the world's most sustainable materials. This project reimagines traditional building materials by substituting them with cork, a resource harvested without harming the tree. The loft's design integrates cork in various applications, from cladding and insulation to flooring and external render, demonstrating the material's versatility. Located in London, the Cork Loft stands as a model for sustainable architecture, where every detail is shaped by cork. This approach highlights the aesthetic and functional potential of cork in modern design.

Design Highlights

Comprehensive use of cork for cladding, insulation, and flooring. External render crafted from cork, enhancing sustainability. Emphasis on the aesthetic and functional versatility of cork.

Key Facts

Detail Information
Location Walthamstow, London, UK
Architect Office S&M
Completion Year 2026
Material Focus Cork

Technical Summary

Finishes

  • cladding: Cork cladding used on the exterior of the loft extension.
  • flooring: Cork flooring is used in the interior spaces.

Materials

  • cork — Cladding, insulation, flooring, and external render.
  • brick — Existing structure of the traditional house.
  • wood — Interior elements such as dressers.
  • tile — Bathroom walls and floors.

Construction / Systems

  • facade system: Cork cladding applied to the exterior of the loft extension.

Products

  • Not specified

Palette / Lighting

  • Colors: yellow, light blue, beige, brown
  • Lighting: Bright and natural lighting with a modern and cheerful mood.

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