Second Home London Office

The first workplace for a creative co-working company occupies a former factory in the east of the city. It was designed by a Spanish practice.

The existing concrete structure was kept and a light steel frame added. Inside, curved walls of clear acrylic divide the floor into studios and meeting rooms of many sizes, so the space stays open to view and light while giving each group its own room.

Colour runs through the interior, with bright floors and furniture set against corrugated walls. Oregon pine, wool carpet and wood-wool ceiling panels soften the spaces and help with acoustics.

Much of the furniture is second-hand, gathered and reused, which keeps the atmosphere informal and the budget in check.