Architect and Builder August/September 2019 | Page 38

The building can accommodate 380 staff
members over four floors and include two
access controlled naturally ventilated basements.
Staff will have access to retail, recreational and
entertainment facilities within walking distance
from the building and is well positioned close
to the highway for ease of access by staff and
Clients. The main access control point to the site is
created by a gatehouse which is constructed out of
a repurposed shipping container. The staff are able
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to enjoy a number of amenities such as the gym,
canteen, coffee shop and staff changing rooms.
This development has been awarded a 5-Star
Green Star SA Office Design v1.1 certification and
houses various departments in one building. The
architects had a clear vision to create a permeable
envelope that allows almost 360° views to the
beautiful surrounding suburbs of Irene and
Doringkloof. This façade allows for ample natural
light to penetrate the inner floor plates. The
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