Creating Quieter Living Spaces

In our busy, buzzing lives, creating a peaceful home has never been more important. And while we often think about textures and colour palettes, sound is just as crucial to how a space feels.

That’s where cork comes into its own.

How Cork Quiets a Space

Cork’s cellular structure — made up of millions of tiny, air-filled chambers — is naturally brilliant at absorbing sound. It softens echoes, dampens footsteps, and mutes background noise in a way few materials can match.

Unlike synthetic soundproofing options, cork is natural, breathable, and brings a warmth and beauty to your walls and floors.

Where Cork Makes the Biggest Difference

• Apartments and Townhouses: Cut down on noise transfer between floors and shared walls.

• Home Offices: Create a quieter, more focused workspace.

• Nurseries: Help little ones sleep soundly with a softer, quieter environment.

• Media Rooms and Studios: Enhance sound quality and privacy.

Even small applications — like a cork feature wall or a cork-lined nook — can have a big impact.

More Than Just Practical

Beyond the technical benefits, cork also adds an incredible sensory richness to a home. It brings a gentle, natural tactility that complements the move towards softer, more nurturing interiors we’re seeing in contemporary Australian design.

Warm underfoot, soothing to the eye, and calming to the ear — cork really does create a sanctuary-like feel.

Looking to create your own peaceful retreat?
Explore Capra Designs’ Cork Walling and Flooring collections — and bring a little more calm into your everyday.