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Cork flooring as a key element in contemporary residential projects
The use of the Cork Pure Signature collection in a new residential development in Syracuse highlights cork’s potential to create contemporary homes that are more comfortable, sustainable and visually distinctive. Case StudiesAmorim Cork Solutions’ cork flooring continues to establish itself as a top choice for contemporary residential projects around the world. The latest installation of the Cork Pure Signature solution in a new complex of 35 apartments in Syracuse, New York, demonstrates how this material meets the demands of today’s architecture - combining design, comfort and performance in a single solution.
In this development, the Originals Accent design was selected to reinforce the modern identity of the interiors. Its distinctive aesthetic, rooted in the natural beauty of cork and a meticulous artisanal process, lends authenticity and exclusivity to each space, blending harmoniously into an architectural style characterized by bright environments, natural materials and contemporary lines. The result is a welcoming and contemporary residential environment, where the flooring plays a central role in the living experience.
Beyond its aesthetic appeal, cork offers technical benefits that are particularly relevant in residential settings. Amorim Cork Solutions’ products stand out for their ability to reduce footfall noise within a room by up to 67%* and perceived noise on the floor below by up to 16 dB / 21 ΔIIC**, contributing to quieter, more peaceful and more comfortable living environments. At the same time, they provide comfortable walking experience and improved thermal insulation, fostering a more pleasant living experience throughout the year.
Beyond comfort and technical performance, Amorim Cork Solutions’ cork flooring also stands out for its environmental credentials, meeting the growing demand for more responsible and sustainable solutions in contemporary construction. Derived from the bark of the cork oak tree, cork is a natural, renewable, and recyclable resource that contributes to better indoor air quality, as proven by a wide range of independent certifications. Furthermore, it has a negative carbon footprint of up to -2.46 kg CO₂eq/m²***.
The Syracuse project underscores the growing selection and international presence of Amorim Cork Solutions’ flooring in high-quality residential developments. More than just a flooring material, cork flooring helps create contemporary homes that are more comfortable, sustainable, and in line with the expectations of today’s consumers.
* Noise reduction inside the room – Compared to the EPLF (European Producers of Laminate Flooring Association) requirement for RWS (radiated footfall sound) < 110 sone.
** Maximum reduction in sound transmission to the floor below, depending on the Wicanders flooring solution selected
*** In accordance with EPD-ACF-20220040-ICA1-EN.
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Location: Syracuse, New York, USA | Year: 2026