Sustainability design and construction showroom opens in London
EDGE is an impressive new showroom dedicated to eco design and build now open in the Marylebone district of cental London
If we're to meet our net zero goals, our towns and cities must use far more sustainable materials than concrete and glass. So whether your project is small or large, domestic or contract, sustainability must be at its core as much as aesthetics - which is where the new Edge showroom can help. The approx 2,400 sq ft space covers three floors showcasing the latest green building materials and products, with collaborative workspaces and expert staff on hand to advise professionals and members of the public alike.
George Papatheodorou, CEO of EDGE London, is relieved the environmental imperative is rising to the top of our agendas: 'We spend 80 per cent of our time indoors and at a time when the debate surrounding humankind’s impact on the earth, its climate and the people who inhabit it continues to intensify, it's more important than ever that we have a responsible attitude to material specification. To do so requires makers and manufacturers to take a considered approach to sustainability.'
He says EDGE London believes the need to innovate to cut CO2 emissions is resulting in excellent products that will help us achieve greener built environments.
VIsit EDGE London to see the latest from established brands as well as small independents, whether its materials for walls and floors you need or you're looking for sustainable furniture.
EDGE partners with and promotes materials manufacturers that prioritise
*sourcing raw materials based on provenance and quantity required;
*aim to improve energy efficiency and reduce operations-related emissions
* reuse resources, recycle waste and promote the circular economy
* create regenerative materials
* have closed-loop production methods.
See brands including Kerakoll, Mobilane, Gencork, Sound Zero, Scale, Newtab22, Smile Plastic, Old Fashioned Milk Paint, Woodpecker Flooringand AFM Safecoat, while furniture, fabrics and interiors brands include Mater, Camira, Aurore Piette and Grown Bio; Interior and exterior building materials brands showcase includ Bolon, Puretree, Amorim, Mogu, Bio Bean, Thermafleece, Bencore, Durat, Richlite, and Aquaco Water Recycling. And further brands will come on board over the coming months.
EDGE operates an appointment-only basis. To book, email edge@edgelondon.eco / T 020 3876 7093. Between 18- 26 September, EDGE will be hosting talks and events as part of London Design Week. http://www.edgelondon.eco