Architect and Builder June 2020 | Page 54

Green Star Sustainable Precincts tool. In order to obtain the Precinct Rating, one of the minimum requirements is that each individual building attains a minimum 4-Star Green Star rating. The development of the precinct is well underway, with Phase One completed and the first residential building under construction. Phase One Phase One is comprised of P-Grade office space of approximately 16,000m 2 as well as a Planet Fitness gym facility in the building. The building occupies a prime position facing William Nicol Highway. Designed by Boogertman + Partners, who were also involved in the development of the masterplan for the entire precinct, Phase One is the first of a number of commercial buildings planned for Sandton Gate. Following on from an emphasis on a smart precinct, smart technology elements have been incorporated into the building, resulting in a 5 Star Green Star Office v1.1 rating. Concept The architects followed a very defined brief with the best interests of the client at the heart of the design. This is a speculative building that needed to adhere to very strict common area ratios and project costings. The building was designed to be as cost effective as possible, hence the footprint has been 54 Sandton Gate