Sustainable coworking in West London: How we achieved SKA Gold

If you're searching for coworking space in Kensington, or a perfect location to host your next meeting or event in West London, this one’s for you.

At Huckletree, we don’t just design workspaces that look good - we build them to do good. When we opened Huckletree Kensington, we set out to create a space that would inspire bold thinking, nurture wellbeing, and minimise environmental impact. That vision has now been recognised with a SKA Gold rating - the highest certification for sustainable commercial fit-outs in the UK.

For businesses and teams looking for flexible workspaces in West London, this means you’re not just choosing a beautiful base - you’re choosing one built on purpose.

What is SKA Gold - and why should workspace seekers care?

SKA is a sustainability benchmark developed by RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) to assess the environmental performance of fit-outs in commercial spaces. Unlike other certifications, SKA focuses solely on how responsibly a space is fitted out - which is particularly relevant for coworking spaces and hybrid offices like ours.

A SKA Gold rating means we’ve achieved the highest level of sustainability across areas including materials, waste management, energy use, and indoor environmental quality. So whether you’re booking a meeting room, coworking from our terrace or moving your team into one of our private offices, you’re choosing a workspace in Kensington that truly walks the talk.

How we designed our sustainable workspace in Kensington

From the beginning, Huckletree Kensington was designed to reflect our values as a B Corp certified company - building for people and planet.

✅ Thoughtfully Sourced Materials

We used FSC-certified timber, low-VOC paints, and finishes that are recycled, recyclable or responsibly sourced - all without compromising on aesthetics. It’s a space that feels high-end, but with a lighter footprint.

♻️ Low-Waste, Circular Mindset

Over 90% of our construction waste was diverted from landfill, with repurposing and recycling built into the plan from day one. We avoided unnecessary strip-out and worked with sustainability-focused contractors across the project.

⚡ Smart Energy Design

Our energy-efficient lighting, HVAC systems and controls are designed to minimise energy use without sacrificing comfort. Plus, we’ve made the most of natural light to create a calming, uplifting environment.

🌿 Designed for Wellness

Great work doesn’t happen in bland, airless boxes. Huckletree Kensington was designed with air quality, acoustics, biophilic design and natural light front and centre - creating a space that actively supports wellbeing.

What it means for teams, creators and founders

If you’re a team, startup or entrepreneur looking for office space in West London, Huckletree Kensington isn’t just a stylish postcode - it’s a space that reflects your values.

From coworking desks and private studios to beautifully designed meeting rooms, everything has been created with sustainability, wellbeing and performance in mind.

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A word from our founder

“Kensington is one of my favourite Huckletree spaces we’ve ever created - it’s warm, it’s beautiful, and it has a real sense of calm strength to it. But just as important as how it looks is how we built it. As a B Corp, we have a responsibility to show that you can create exceptional environments without harming the planet. Prioritising sustainability wasn’t a trade-off - it was part of the creative brief.”

Gabriela Hersham, Founder & CEO, Huckletree

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Looking for workspace in Kensington or West London?

Whether you’re after a flexible office, a coworking membership for you, or meeting rooms for hire in Kensington, Huckletree offers a sustainable, design-led home for businesses who want to work with purpose.

Book a tour of our West London workspace today and experience Huckletree Kensington for yourself - where bold ideas meet bold environmental standards.