SALT HQ is a studio space in East London for our long-time collaborators SALT, an independent communications studio establishing themselves with bold, values-led work.

SALT came to us as they prepared to move into their first dedicated HQ. They wanted a flexible, welcoming space that could serve as both an office and an event venue, with a strong emphasis on warmth, adaptability and material responsibility.

Working closely together, we developed an open-plan layout with gentle zoning for focused work, team lunches, storage and meetings. We designed key furniture pieces, which were led by an idea around minimising the carbon output of the project by reusing and recycling salvaged elements. We worked with SALT to source reclaimed steel table frames which were adapted for use, and salvaged offcuts of cork and timber from other projects. The existing kitchen was repurposed and distributed around the space, and material was sourced for the curtain from dead stock and end of roll textile.

Every element was chosen with care, patience, and purpose - and our design process was responsive to the materials available.

Rather than forcing a fixed layout, we introduced soft interventions like a patchwork linen curtain by Georgia Bosson, which can divide the space as needed. Everything is mobile, modular, and intuitive – designed to evolve with SALT’s needs.

The result is a light-filled, characterful studio that feels personal and saved around 700kg of carbon compared to a conventional fit out. It reflects SALT’s creative energy and commitment to better ways of doing business – and we’re proud to bring it to life.

CREDITS
Main contractor - Justin Moore, SALT
Curtain - Georgia Bosson
Photography - Felix Speller

PRODUCTS
Paint - Bleo
Tables- THISS Studio, repurposed material
Steel worktop - Cut Tec
Lighting - Artemide, secondhand
Shelving- Repurposed
Chairs- Arper, secondhand
Arm chairs - Hay, secondhand
Stools- IKEA, secondhand