buildings relative to each other, the bridge
is positively fixed only to the North building,
with a slip joint formed at its junction to the
South building.
Sustainability
Waterway House achieved a 5 Green Star
SA Design office certification, as admini-
stered by the Green Building Council of
SA (GBCSA), and is currently targeting the
5 Star As-Built certification. The overall
strategic sustainability focus throughout the
design process was on reduction of potable
water use, overall energy reduction, and the
creation of a superior indoor environment for
building occupants.
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The façade was designed to allow increased
levels of daylight to penetrate the floor plate
while at the same time provide remarkable
external views. Fresh air to the building is
around 67% greater than the normal standard.
In addition, the building’s acoustics have also
been addressed. All of these factors contribute
towards a superior indoor environmental
quality, improving building user experience,
and in turn increasing productivity and reducing
staff turnover.
Potable water usage has been reduced by
approximately 60% through the provision of
low flow fittings and rainwater harvesting and
storage for use in toilets. An energy efficient
air cooled air-conditioning system with motion
sensors, together with double glazed high
performance glass in the façade, reduces
energy consumption by around 25%.
Photovoltaic panels have been installed on
the roof which provide clean energy to the
building. All energy and water systems are
monitored to provide real-time information for
management of the building and in order to
improve efficiencies.
Cyclist facilities for both staff and visitors,
including shower and changing facilities, have
been provided, as well as preferential parking
bays for alternative fuel vehicles. The site’s
proximity to public transport routes further
encourages efficient and viable alternatives
to private car use.
In addition to best practice in terms
of architectural design, sustainability features
such as these deliver financial benefit to
tenants due to reduced operating costs, user
experience and increased productivity.
Waterway House