Project Team
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Stolab Furniture, Rockfon acoustic panels, Muuto Furniture, Benjamin’s workshop, Vitra, XAL Lighting, Tarkett, Want not Want
Text provided by White Arkitekter
In 2023, facing office expansion, White Arkitekter’s London Office opted for a circular design approach when moving to a new workspace – driven by concerns over the commercial building sector’s significant environmental impact, which contributes to 40% to global carbon emissions. Recognising the need for a sustainable refurbishment model, especially in London where 267 million square meters of office space undergo a seven-year fit-out cycle, the team collaborated with stakeholders including the landlord, contractor and supply chain to navigate challenges like material availability, storage, aesthetics, and construction programs.
Through a co-design process with staff, the design adapted to post-pandemic work patterns. Prioritizing low carbon materials, maximizing reuse, and favouring timber for new elements, the project not only addresses carbon concerns but also focuses on light, ventilation, and air quality for a holistic, eco-friendly, and adaptable workspace. The studio placed a strong emphasis on the aesthetic outcome to ensure that it reflected the companies Scandinavian roots and conveyed the image of a professional office environment. The focus on reuse did not need to be immediately evident but should be maximised as far as possible. White Arkitekters’s new London Office aims to set an example of sustainable practices in commercial construction.
