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vertical aluminium louvres along this edge . When this building is experienced from the road level , the true meaning of the ramps is hidden .
The ground and third-floor glazing are set back as per the previously mentioned design concept . This enabled the architects to define the middle first and second-floor façades . They decided to use double-volume tapering boxes clad in a striking sintered stone cladding on the east and west elevations . The introduction of balconies in these boxes allows tenants to experience a physical and visual connection to the surrounding area .
In line with the previous buildings , roof terraces on the upper floor with built-in braai areas were introduced for tenants to enjoy the late afternoon western sunlight overlooking the surrounding area .
Landscaping As stated above , tapering planter boxes mimicking the parking ramps have been used to soften the harshness of the ramps . These have been planted with quick-growing flora to quickly achieve a lush , developed landscaping . There is also a planter box above the parking level entrance which is what visitors first see when driving up to the building from inside the precinct . This planter box has been heavily planted with trees and indigenous flora to create a striking yet soft first impression of the building .
Moving up the building , as per the precinct design principles , the podium level has beautifully flowing landscaped planter boxes with numerous planting pockets and outdoor break-out spaces . With the ground floor perimeter being pulled back on the northern façade , this enabled a large covered outdoor seating area . The roof terraces have also received wrapping planter boxes full of indigenous quick-growing flora for the occupants to ‘ feel and touch ’ nature roughly 15m above the ground .
Sustainability The building is targeting a 4-star Design Green star rating and to achieve this the following features have been included :
• Passive energy design incorporating the correct building orientation ;
• LED lighting throughout ;
• Motion sensors to lighting in basements , lobbies , and ablutions ;
• Real-time energy consumption is displayed in the main entrance lobby ;
• Back-up electricity is provided by means of a diesel generator ;
• Indigenous landscaping throughout with drip irrigation where possible ;
• 25,000Kl Domestic backup water should the main council feed be down .;
• Performance glazing on the east and west façades with Low E performance glazing on the north and south façades ;
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