were generally outweighed by the time saving incurred by not having to commence excavation and construct a new basement , which meant the build programme was accelerated and the tenant could be accommodated within a shorter time period .
Structurally Nexus 1 is constructed using bonded post tensioned flat slabs , which remain popular amongst structural engineers in the commercial environment due to simpler and faster construction methods , the ability to use flat formwork and no requirement for beams .
Sustainability The project is targeting a 5-star Green Star Office v1.1 Certification . The building will further aim to achieve an As Built rating and Net Zero Carbon Certifications to demonstrate its intent on contributing to sustainability in the built environment .
Features include : sub-metering of major energy consuming systems is in place . Gathering information is key to understanding and managing building systems and to assess opportunities for energy savings .
46 Nexus Building 1