Berol House occupies a central position within the emerging Berol Quarter, a new mixed-use district in Tottenham, north London. Constructed in 1907 and locally listed, the former factory is valued for its rhythmic brick facades, clear structural order and long-standing association with local employment.
Its adaptive reuse is rooted in careful repair. The factory’s simple, repetitive grid and clear hierarchy of served and servant spaces provide the functional DNA for the new intervention. The historic facade and structure are retained, while three new upper floors are introduced and set back to preserve the legibility and scale of the original building. These additions create a landscaped roof terrace that contributes to workplace amenity and biodiversity.
Sustainable workspace
Berol House is recomposed as a flexible workplace and retail hub, with adaptable office accommodation supported by active ground-floor uses and new public routes through the building. These interventions improve permeability across the wider masterplan and strengthen connections to Berol Square.
Conceived as an exemplar of sustainable adaptive reuse, the project prioritises embodied carbon savings through retention of the existing structure, complemented by mass timber construction, upgraded glazing, natural ventilation and prefabricated elements. They contribute to a confident new architectural identity that continues Berol House’s long tradition of as a place of production in Tottenham.
