What This Project Is All About
Develop and produce cork products for daily life… while protecting the planet! This initiative focuses on creating 100% natural, recyclable, and ecological cork items that capture CO2 without chopping down any trees. Proudly made in Portugal, the range covers footwear, homeware, sports gear, and custom developments. It’s all about harnessing cork’s unique qualities to bring sustainable, innovative products to everyday use.
The Main Benefits of Cork Products
Why cork? Here’s the lowdown:
- 100% natural and recyclable material
- CO2 capture benefits, helping fight climate change
- No trees are harmed during cork harvesting — sustainable and eco-friendly
- Made in Portugal, supporting local craftsmanship and economy
- Versatile applications: footwear, homeware, sports, and custom projects
- Durable and comfortable, especially in footwear components like insoles and heels
- Innovative production techniques: molded, milled, cut, turned — you name it
Exploring the Homeware Collection
The homeware line offers a wide range of customizable cork collections. Whether it’s trays, trivets, placemats, bowls, or lids, the possibilities are vast. Using various production techniques such as molding, milling, or cutting, customers can even bring their own designs to life. It’s about adding a personal touch to eco-friendly products that fit seamlessly into daily life.
Sports Applications of Cork
Cork isn’t just for home goods — it’s a game changer in sports too. Thanks to its insulating and thermal properties, cork is perfect for grips, sport blocks, and anti-vibration components. These features make sports gear more comfortable and efficient, showing how cork’s natural benefits extend beyond traditional uses.
Customization: Dream It, Make It
The possibilities with cork are nearly endless. This project encourages creativity and innovation, inviting people to dream big. Whether it’s homeware, footwear, sports gear, or something totally unique, the team is ready to bring visions to life. It’s a journey from nature straight to you, with a focus on personalized, sustainable solutions.
Project Impact and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
- SDG 13: Climate Action
- SDG 15: Life on Land
- SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
More About the Story and Inspiration
The story began in 2006 with a father and daughter team combining their cork expertise and passion to make cork products more exciting and innovative. Inspired by the Alentejo region in southern Portugal — where summers are warm and golden, and time moves slowly — the project embraces sustainability and eco-conscious living. Cork oak trees in the Montado forest are harvested without harm, helping the trees live longer and stay healthy. This sustainable process is at the heart of everything, blending tradition with modern innovation to create products that truly care for the land and nature.
