Project 1444
KOKO
Sensitive refurbishment of the iconic Grade II-listed KOKO music venue in Camden plus integration of neighbouring buildings to create a unified hospitality and entertainment destination.
Location
London Borough of Camden
Client
Vevil International
Architect
Archer Humphryes Architects
Status
Complete (2022)
GIA
7,990m²
Feature
Key features
180m² of hospitality space added
A new restaurant space was added above the existing heritage theatre.
Façade retention and integration
The adjacent pub and two rear office buildings were incorporated, with their facades retained and the new structure built behind.
New foundations
New foundations were inserted below the existing dancefloor.
Strengthening existing structure supporting the dome
The refurbished dome area now houses a 60m² bar thanks to strengthening of the existing structure.
Full review of historic plaster ceiling
We conducted a full review of the historic plaster ceiling in the auditorium, which required complete restoration & strengthening.
Awards
2022
AJ Architecture Award
Cultural Project
Shortlisted
2022
Dezeen Awards
Rebirth
Longlisted
Photography by Taran Wilkhu
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