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minimisation of ambient noise transfer. The
stepping façade of the tower allowed for open
balconies that are screened from each other’s
view, whilst solid balustrades protect personal
privacy and waist-to-ceiling windows direct the eye
to the mountain and cityscape views - screening
city streets and rooftop plant below.
The design of all windows was assessed by
an acoustic engineer, culminating in the targeted
installation of double glazing in applicable areas
which were deemed to be susceptible to high
ambient noise levels, as well as high heat transfer.
Chiller compressors and cooking extract outlets (of
adjacent restaurants) were upgraded and relocated.
Facilities
The intense densification of a tight and obstructed
inner-city site was achieved through inspired and
detailed design and engineering. Key facilities
include limited parking, a 24-hour security
concierge desk, electronic surveillance, stretcher
elevator, back-up generator, borehole water backup
and two rooftop sundowner terraces.
Environmentally Sustainable Design
Tuynhuys was built during Cape Town’s historic
drought of 2018, and thus water-conservation has
been key. To reduce the use of municipal water a
double pipe system was incorporated, providing
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