Architect and Builder Jan/Feb 2023 | Page 69

Design Concept The original design concept was hugely dependent on three design items :
• Podium level micro precinct
• A new architectural language
• High level linkage of all three facilities
Along with these three key elements , the updated brief called for the glazed façades to be wrapped around the entire southern corner of the building to both complement the podium entrance to the site as well as maximise views to the ocean .
This final phase of the development also gave the team the opportunity to complete the podium level public space . The creation of a central landscaped public open space was vital to the successful integration of the staff with the outdoor space . The various routes from the reception areas and canteen with pedestrian walkways all focus on a space filled with trees , water-features , benches and grassed surfaces .
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