Archetech Issue 84 2026 | Page 41

CLERKENWELL DESIGN WEEK PREVIEW

GRANORTE TO SHOWCASE SUSTAINABLE CORK FLOORING AND WALL COVERINGS AT CLERKENWELL

INNOVATIVE CORK SURFACES ENGINEERED FOR SUSTAINABLE, DESIGN-LED INTERIORS
At Clerkenwell Design Week, Granorte steps into one of the most exciting and influential design stages in the world— bringing with it a clear proposition: better materials, smarter design, and a more sustainable future. Set in the creative heart of London’ s EC1, the festival attracts a global audience of architects, designers, and specifiers looking for inspiration and innovation. For Granorte, it’ s the perfect opportunity to showcase not just products, but a complete material solution.
Granorte stands at the forefront of sustainable design, with cork at the centre of everything it does. As demand grows for low-impact, high-performance materials, the brand offers a compelling answer— combining circular design principles with decades of technical expertise. Every solution reflects a commitment to reducing environmental impact while enhancing the quality and experience of interior spaces.
Cork is what sets Granorte apart. Naturally renewable and responsibly harvested, it delivers a rare combination of performance and beauty. Granorte transforms this unique material into premium wall coverings, resilient flooring, and high-performing acoustic systems— all designed to meet the needs of contemporary interiors. The result is a material palette that is not only visually distinctive, but also practical, durable, and comfortable underfoot and in use.
At Clerkenwell, Granorte creates an engaging, tactile experience that invites visitors to see, touch, and understand the true potential of cork. It’ s an opportunity to explore how material choice can elevate design outcomes— improving acoustics, enhancing wellbeing, and delivering long-term value.
More than a showcase, the festival is a space for connection. Granorte actively engages with industry professionals, building relationships and opening conversations that lead to new opportunities and
Granorte cork: elevated, sustainable surfaces designed to bring warmth, texture, and performance into contemporary interiors.
collaborations. Whether for commercial, hospitality, or residential projects, the brand positions itself as a trusted partner in delivering sustainable, design-led solutions.
Granorte isn’ t just presenting products— it’ s offering a smarter way to design, specified for performance, driven by sustainability, and ready for the future. Granorte UK at Clerkenwell – Workplace at Goldsmiths, Stand G05.
Come and experience cork and be amazed www. granorte. co. uk
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