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.

A modern loft extension with cork cladding on a traditional brick house, featuring a circular and a rectangular window with yellow frames.
A row of traditional brick houses with a modern loft extension featuring cork cladding and a circular window.
A rooftop extension with cork cladding featuring a round window and a rectangular window with yellow frames.
A minimalist interior room with a large window, light blue radiator, wooden dresser, and a standing mirror.
A room with a light blue and beige color scheme featuring a large mirror reflecting a wooden dresser with a minimalist artwork on top. The floor has a striped pattern, and there is a yellow window frame with a blue radiator beneath it.
Interior view of a room featuring a partially open door with a circular window, a window with a yellow frame, a potted plant on the windowsill, and a blue radiator.
A bright interior space featuring a wooden dresser with a framed artwork on top, a large window with a view of greenery outside, and a striped floor. The walls are painted in a two-tone color scheme with light blue and beige. A radiator is positioned beneath the window.
A view through an open door into a bathroom with light blue mosaic tiles covering the walls and floor. The bathroom features a white sink and cabinet, and a toilet. The foreground shows a room with a cork floor and walls painted in a two-tone scheme of light brown and blue. A plant is placed on the window sill.
A modern bathroom interior featuring a circular window with a yellow frame, a white rectangular sink, and a mirrored cabinet. The walls are light blue with small blue tiles around the sink area.
A corner of a room with light blue square tiles covering the walls and a skylight above.
A modern shower area with light blue mosaic tiles covering the walls. The shower features a white wall-mounted showerhead and a handheld shower fixture. A small bottle is placed on the floor in the corner.
A cozy bedroom with a sloped ceiling, featuring a bed with colorful bedding in pink, white, and yellow. The room has a yellow door and light blue walls with a small built-in cabinet. The flooring appears to have a geometric pattern.
A staircase with bright yellow railings and steps, accompanied by white pendant lights, in a minimalist interior setting.
A staircase with bright yellow railings and beige steps, featuring a pendant light hanging from the ceiling.
A floor plan of a building layout with defined rooms and corridors, outlined in black and red lines on a white background.
A floor plan layout of a building with defined rooms and spaces, including a staircase, bathroom, and several other rooms.
Architectural floor plan of a loft space with a central staircase, a bedroom area, and a bathroom.
Architectural section drawing of a multi-story building with a sloped roof.

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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