The design of every element in the mall was tested to ensure it enhanced the experience of the atrium . The floor tiling concept , ceiling design , lighting design and concourse circulation and pause areas are all part of a dialogue that together enhances the character of the atrium . The line stores ’ shopfront design was considered as a neutral element and secondary to the experience of the central atrium on one hand and the tenants ’ store designs on the other .
The materiality of the interior palette works in antithesis to the colourful exterior . Neutral tones and textures are used throughout and are consciously reminiscent of the beach just down
the road . The intention was to select a calming palette that would allow the central atrium and store fit outs to shine .
Residential Component The top two residential floors are setback from the retail façade below and , while sympathetic to the geometric form and architectural language of the building as a whole , are consciously different in their massing and materiality .
The set back provides residents with generous and livable outdoor spaces for each apartment while ensuring privacy and some acoustic mitigation from the busy streets below .
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