The combined effect of this is not only a finely
balanced façade but also the integrated provision
of shading to the bottom floor and a balustrade to
the top floor.
Due to the Centurion 45 degree street grid
relative to north, the triangular corner of the
building is extensively shaded. To the north
west, this shading takes the form of larger vertical
fins made up of steel framed aluminium louvres,
while the north eastern side is shaded with a
large rusted metal screen made up of vertical flat
fins of varying depth and thickness. This creates
a dramatic effect externally as the view to the
building opens up as one moves past the building
along Heuwel Avenue. From inside, one senses
both privacy and transparency depending on
the viewpoint.
Internally, the common parts of the building are
designed to be modern but warm and comfortable,
with natural graphic themes and accent lighting
providing focal elements. The office space is
uncluttered and light, with feature pause areas on
the ‘bridges’ over the atria. Roof level landscaped
entertainment spaces complete the end user
experience of each building.
The Boogertman + Associates team included
Andre Wright, Lood Welgemoed, Anushka de
Bruyn, Gisela Patlansky (Interiors) and Ilsé van
der Merwe (Interiors).
High frequency ballasts were installed in
all flourescent luminaires to reduce low
frequency ‘flicker’.
An internal noise survey was conducted to
determine that noise levels from the building
services, as well as ambient sound levels, do not
exceed 45dB(A)eq.
Volatile Organic Compoound (VOC) levels
for carpets, paints and sealants and adhesives
Sustainability
PPS Centurion Square achieved a Green Star SA
– Office Design Rating v1 5 star rating, which was
facilitated by LMC Green Consulting. Highlights of
the sustainability features include:
Indoor Environment Quality
Fresh air intake in the building is 100% greater than
required by legislation.
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