Winner: Workplace interior (large) of the year 2025. Universal Design Studio has developed the interiors of Norton Folgate into creative modern workspaces in celebration of Spitalfields' craft legacy in London, England.

The Norton Folgate workplace development by British Land is a stretch of flexible office and retail space in Spitalfields.

Designed by Universal Design Studio, this future-forward development celebrates Spitalfields' craft legacy, drawing inspiration from the area’s rich history of creativity and skilled craftsmanship.

Universal designed warm, layered interiors for this office-led scheme – overhauling workspaces within 15 Norton Folgate and 16 Blossom Street, as well as the reception, office, communal meeting and club spaces of the Nicholls & Clarke building.

Judges comments: "This project cleverly uses objects to tell stories about the industrial craft heritage of its location. We loved the juxtaposition of different materials and details; you can tell that every piece was carefully curated. We particularly enjoyed the artwork styling and how the spaces connect architecturally, from floor finishes to bespoke furniture."

Studio: Universal Design Studio
Project: Norton Folgate
Credits: British Land, QOB, Dodds & Shute, AJ Wells, Benchmark, Lara Pain, Lewis Kemmenoe, Fabio Vogel, Rawside, Forbo, Nocturne Lighting, Joe Armitage, Object Carpets, Havwoods, Baux, Naturally Wood, Fenix, Andreu World, Miniforms, Capellini, Resident, Flos, Form & Refine, Santa & Cole, Fredericia, TAKT, Christopher Farr, Nanimarquina, Cassina, & Tradition, Gubi, Artek, Hay, Classicon, Tacchini, Frama, Artiforte, Friends & Founders, NINE United, L’Ercolani, Kvadrat and Yarn Collective