a flexible learning and development centre , collaboration rooms , and multi-disciplinary laboratory .
With sustainability in mind , a holistic view was adopted for the building with the overall fit-out aiming to achieve substantially more than the minimum levels set out by the GBCSA ’ s Green Star SA and USGBC ’ s LEED ( Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design ) interior rating tools . Sustainability features include :
• Intelligent building monitoring system
• Live on-screen energy / waste and water consumption reporting
• VRV air-conditioning system incorporating high levels of Fresh Air Input , and heat recovery systems
• Xeriscaped gardens and water-efficient planted walls
• Occupancy controlled lighting
• Substantial external views for occupants
• Acoustically tested and designed environments
• Efficient water usage
• Onus on socio-economic credits in the construction phase through training and skills development . The brief from the client was clear that , as an innovation centre , the building had to adhere to global and local best practice with a view to contributing towards a more sustainable built environment . The building is currently being evaluated and is targeting a 5-Star Green Star SA Interior certification , as well as a LEED Gold As-Built certification .
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