76 King Street
Co-working, events space and offices
Overview
The Challenge
My APPROACH
Before the refurbishment, King Street was split between two separate stores—Belstaff and DKNY. As part of the redevelopment, we merged the two spaces into one, removing walls and opening up the layout so the areas now flow seamlessly into each other.
Before the refurbishment, King Street was split between two separate stores—Belstaff and DKNY. As part of the redevelopment, we merged the two spaces into one, removing walls and opening up the layout so the areas now flow seamlessly into each other.
The project is a multi-phase refurbishment converting the basement and ground floor into a contemporary, flexible workspace. The basement is reimagined as a multi-functional events space capable of hosting presentations, gatherings, and social functions, with an open and adaptable layout that retains the building’s industrial character.
At ground floor level, a diverse range of working environments is introduced, including open desk areas, meeting rooms, booths, and breakout spaces. A central feature is the floating desk area within the atrium—a curved communal workspace surrounded by integrated planting and trees, creating a strong visual and spatial connection across levels. A studio green social kitchen anchors the space, providing warmth and contrast within a neutral material palette. The reception area is redesigned to be more open and welcoming, while a new staircase resolves level differences and enhances circulation, turning arrival into a considered spatial experience.
The design approach embraces the building’s constraints as opportunities rather than limitations. Instead of concealing irregularities, level changes and exposed structural elements are celebrated to create a layered and engaging spatial experience. A key driver of the scheme is the exploration of openness, level variation, and biophilic design. Subtle shifts in height are used to define zones without relying on enclosure, while planting and natural elements soften the industrial framework and enhance user wellbeing. Material contrast plays an important role, pairing retained industrial features with warmer, more tactile interventions to create depth and identity. The introduction of vertical connectivity—particularly through the atrium and floating desk—strengthens visual relationships between spaces and fosters a sense of community.
Overall, the project focuses on creating a flexible, expressive workplace that responds directly to its context, combining functionality with a strong spatial narrative.
76 King Street presented a complex refurbishment scenario, requiring the transformation of a basement and ground floor within an existing structure defined by industrial heritage and physical constraints. Key challenges included working with retained structural columns, accommodating significant level changes of over one metre across the site, and adapting irregular spatial conditions without compromising functionality. The project also needed to balance modern workplace expectations—flexibility, collaboration, and wellbeing—within the limitations of the existing building fabric
Ground floor Before & After: Full Interior Fit-Out
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Reception Before & After: Full Interior Fit-Out
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Show Office Before & After: Full Interior Fit-Out
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