roof-lit circular atria with helix feature stairs and these serve to connect the levels and introduce light mid floor-plate . A simple planning and sectional strategy has in this way , delivered a balanced form and arresting outcome on its site and in its peri-urban context .
Façades By virtue of significantly varied site interfaces , each elevation is designed to directly address both solar orientation and physical condition . A filter solution is deployed as the basis of the façade strategy with an exoskeleton of shaped louvres , creating a mask of various treatments in response to solar exposure and internal functionality . These deliver a vertical filter on the east and west , horizontal on the north and are absent on the south to promote a slick , longitudinal projecting glazed bay .
SECTION 1 Richefond Circle 2 M41 3 Atrium 4 Office Space 5 Feature Stair 6 Basement Parking 7 Services
LEVEL 03 PLAN
LEVEL 03 PLAN 1 Atrium Void 2 Lift Lobby 3 Fire Escape Stair 4 Feature Stair 5 Cafeteria 6 Office Space 7 Balcony
LEVEL 04 PLAN
LEVEL 04 PLAN 1 Atrium Void 2 Lift Lobby 3 Feature Stair 4 Client Suite Offices 5 Office Space 6 Fire Escape Stair 7 Balcony
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