Architect and Builder Sep/Oct 2024 | Page 45

EAST ELEVATION
fish pond and extensive greenery . Over 200 new trees have been planted , creating some beautiful green areas that also screen the building off from the nearby motorway .
You approach the entrance along an undulating pathway that winds it way through a compressed , more intimate entrance space with a waterfall and fish pond . The fish pond extends
under the entrance façade into the building , with water features in the pond adding to a serene atmosphere . On warm days the entrance doors can be opened wide , allowing the building to be cooled by air circulating over the pond . Outdoor elements are carried through the building , with the use of green walls and extensive planting extending the tranquil atmosphere and assisting
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