African Design Magazine ADM #35 November 2017 | Page 18

Paragon began its scope of work in March 2016, with the project breaking ground in
November 2016, with the piling and lateral walling. Current progress includes casting
of the floor levels, with full completion anticipated by May 2018.
The Power of 2
The project comprises the construction of two separate office buildings that have three
levels each above ground floor, these buildings are linked together on each level by
bridges. Thus far, Shree Property Holding (Shreeprop) and KPMG are the two
confirmed tenants, with two more yet to be confirmed. Interlinking the two buildings
allows for single or multiple tenants, maximising the le able area.
The steep site posed a major challenge as it slopes from Umhlanga Rocks Drive down
to Nokwe Avenue; this means that the building is approached on two different levels,
from both the northern and southern sides. The upside to the steepness of the site is
the panoramic views and in some cases uninterrupted ocean views.
In most instances, the high-performance glazed façade angles upwards with curved
glazing on the corners, a particular challenge in terms of detailing. The overhangs
cantilever at more than 3.5m in some cases protect the full height windows, from
direct sun.
Reaching for 4 the Star
The scope, size, and design of this project is testament to Paragon's extensive use of
Revit Architecture's parametric modelling software to optimise the design and lessen
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