with light volumes externally and two dramatic skylights articulated with accoustic baffles , internally . These elements drive a light and airy concept . The building has 7 basements levels with ten storeys above ground . The concept of open , transparent and remote work spaces is extended to embody the mores of Sasol to include interactive facilities such as restaurants , canteens , auditoriums , art galleries and coffee shops .
While currently housing 2,500 employees , along with 300 auxiliary staff , the building can accommodate more employees as the company grows . The building is extremely flexible in terms of its design .
The main contractor tender was awarded to Aveng Grinacker-LTA and the 3 year construction programme reached completion during November 2016 . Paragon Interface won the tender for the Interior Design , Space Planning and Service coordination commission .
• Energy uses of 100kVA or greater and all major water uses are sub-metered .
• 70 % of usable area has direct line of sight to the outdoors .
• Paints , adhesives & sealants and carpets with low or no VOC were used .
• Automatic blinds are programmed to block glare from the office spaces .
Landscape Architecture Sasol ’ s landscape concept draws from the acknowledgement of three primary aspirations . The first is to provide the building with a base and perimeter that is almost entirely a greened zone . This solution nestles the architecture softly into its surrounding context and also assists in the
Sustainability The building achieved a 5-Star Green Star SA- Office v1 Design rating in October 2016 . Sustainable building features include :
• There are four air cooled chillers in the basement and three reversible heatpumps on the roof .
• The HVAC control system is designed to optimise efficiency based on time of the year and building occupancy .
• The atria have underfloor heating in the floor slabs . Fan coil units in the ceilings provide heating and cooling to the spaces .
• Rainwater is harvested from the roof and podium and greywater is collected from showers for irrigation and flushing toilets and urinals .
• Efficient office and parking lighting operate on occupancy sensors .
• Hot water is provided by two heatpumps .
• Fresh air is provided at a rate of 12l / s / p .
• There is a high level of thermal comfort for 95 % of the usable area .
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