Unit 2, The Light Works

The existing narrow shell consisted of a double height ground floor space and a first floor with a mezzanine at second floor level, which led to a private roof terrace overlooking a park.

A dense vertical core was inserted to contain several functions, allowing the space of the existing warehouse to remain mostly untouched. The core encloses three separate stairs into a single circulation tower.

Polycarbonate panels are used to let ambient natural light from the perimeter windows into the bathroom. Artificial lighting is concealed under handrails, around corners and hidden in recesses to create indirect light.

Sustainable natural materials were used throughout. This included finishes such as the FSC approved American Walnut flooring, recycled glass kitchen counter top, and mineral based Eco paints; but also concealed materials like the wall insulation which is 100 per cent sheep’s wool.