REGENERATIVE CORK EXPERIENCES
GENCORK, with creative direction by SPECTROOM, is embracing the evolution from generative to regenerative design, unlocking a new era of eco-conscious and co-creative innovation. By combining SOFALCA´s natural Expanded Black Cork with artificial intelligence, computation, and new creative systems, GENCORK, powered by SOFALCA, is leading the way in creating ecological products that are not only beautiful and high-performing (both thermally and acoustically) but also environmentally responsible. With focus on regenerative principles, GENCORK is pushing boundaries, tackling new challenges, and setting ambitious goals to shape the future of its design. This approach marks an exciting new chapter in its commitment to innovation, technology, and sustainability—centered on nature and human experiences.
10 YEARS
2015 - 2025
Celebrating a decade of
pioneering innovation,
boundless curiosity,
and respect for nature.
10 years, Celebrating creativity that generates creativity.
” 10 years later, I see that not only have we started to design a sustainable future through unimaginable patterns using algorithms, scripts, and mathematics, but we’ve also transformed environments in ways previously unimagined.”
Paulo Estrada ( GENCORK´s CEO
Curiosity is the key
” A decade has passed.
Ten years of resilience, creativity,
and unwavering purpose.
Yet one thing remains the same:
We are still creating cork products
as you’ve never seen before.
This is GENCORK.
This is our soul ”
Le_Brimet ( GENCORK´S Creative Director )
GENCORK x ZAHA HADID ARCHITECTS
Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA) has partnered with Gencork to create a series of striking cork feature walls for its London office combining the natural properties of cork with advanced computational design. Spanning four storeys, the bespoke wall designs are based on a selection of ZHA projects and reflect different stages in ZHA’s evolving design methodology. Beyond their aesthetic appeal, the sustainable cork walls offer functional benefits such as acoustic absorption, thermal comfort, and anti-vibration properties, enhancing the workspace environment. The rich texture of expanded black cork brings a tactile warmth and an understated sophistication to the interiors.
The c(AI)rcles
The c(AI)rcles are collectible design and art installations designed by SPECTROOM for GENCORK, that explores the connection between artificial intelligence, (re)generative design, art, and sustainability. This exploratory circular structure, made from SOFALCA´s expanded black cork and based on biomimetic principles, replicates organic natural phenomena. These patterns were decoded by humans in co-creation with algorithmic computation and produced using CNC milling machines, unveiling new creative processes in the fields of contemporary art and design. The c(AI)rcle concept is our planet asking to be seen with a new and holistic vision.
The c(AI)rcle is a sustainable and conscious statement with a pioneering view of the world.
THEY ARE TALKING ABOUT US.
Uniting a low-tech material with excellent thermal and acoustic properties, generative design algorithms and advanced digital fabrication processes, Gencork presents a wall-covering solution made from a 100% natural and sustainable expanded cork agglomerate that adds artistic value to surfaces. Inspired by nature and biomimetic systems, the Corkwirl 3-D pattern features wave-like, fluid shapes.
in FORBES, The Most Exciting Home Decoration Trends This Season
Portuguese brand Gencork explores the many uses of 100% natural and sustainable cork through advanced technological processes to create Instagram-worthy wall surfaces and lighting. The cork advocates have been working with DIGITALAB.
in Design Milk, Gencork Debuts Cork Surfaces by DIGITALAB
“A travers de ses différentes marques, le groupe Sofalca propose des solutions en liège pour toute la maison. Assises Blackcork et revêtement mural Gencork.“
in IDEAT, Tendance : comment le liège a conquis la planète déco.
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