African project:
iiNet Call Centre
The designers created the concept iiNet Raw as
a reference to the industrial context and original
function of the historic building. A stimulating
and flexible working environment references
the Australian brand’s values and provides
geographical connection to the continent.
The centre currently takes up three floors of the
building, and each floor comprises open plan
office space, with breakaway areas, partially
enclosed pods, and meeting rooms. The design
aesthetic is creative and fresh, and references the
factory setting using vintage furniture and retro
typography, with a palette of vibrant colours that
appeal to the predominantly young workforce.
The nature of the business means that there are
large numbers of staff moving through the centre
on shift rotations, and requires hard wearing
functional fittings and finishes.
The canteen takes its cue from the industrial
aesthetic of the original 1940s clothing factory,
with raw timber, exposed ducting, and eclectic
collection of chairs, while maximising the
spectacular views towards Cape Town’s famed
Table Mountain and Lions Head. A smoothie bar
takes centre stage, encouraging staff to make
healthier choices during their breaks.
The play zone is filled with energising
entertainment, such as a punching bag, table
tennis, pool table and even a mini-cinema. It’s a
The renowned Rex Trueform Building, which
recently underwent major alterations, required
a complete HVAC installation to accommodate
each of its new tenants requirements.
AIRFREEZE’S INVOLVEMENT
Daikin VRV Type Air-conditioning Systems were
utilised due to their modular design, enabling
the right mix of equipment and technology
to ensure an optimal balance of temperature,
humidity and air freshness, creating the
perfect comfort zone. These systems are at the
forefront of energy efficiency directives, with
the use of inverter technology incorporated
throughout their product range, thus greatly
reducing energy input and related costs. Daikin
inverter driven air-conditioning system are up
to 30% more energy efficient.
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The anchor tenant, iiNet have incorporated
Daikin’s I-Manager to maximise and optimise
their Daikin systems as a total solution for
their space, allowing total climate control,
further reduced costs and a reduced
environmental impact. Airfreeze (Pty) Ltd.’s,
ability to overcome co-ordination challenges
in accommodating new architectural changes
within a tight construction program, as well
as a quick turnaround, contributing in these
facilities opening on time, is what awarded
Airfreeze (Pty) Ltd. the Rex Trueform Project.