Architect and Builder September/October 2015 | Page 16

ILLOVO POINT, ILLOVO The launch of Illovo Point celebrates the status of Illovo’s commercial node which continues to show positive growth on the back of its reputation as one of the most desirable office addresses in Johannesburg. This sectional title development will deliver a 15,750m² mixed use building in a joint venture with international property developer HBW Group and FWJK Developments. The exclusive and accessible location of Illovo has proved to be a key drawcard for blue chip companies wanting to avoid the traffic congestion of Sandton Central. Pre-sales take up of office space includes Strauss Daly Attorneys together with Fournos Bakery, Mythos and Catch taking up the bulk of the ground floor retail space. The image of building is the connection of two rectangular box forms. The first box is the ‘green lung’ of the scheme. This box takes advantage of north light whilst the fresh green space includes generous balconies with views toward Sandton. The green box is terminated by a 15 storey creeper wall positioned overlooking Rivonia Road. The objective of the creeper wall is to become a living component of the built environment. Behind the creeper wall is a 4 storey volume with floating balconies. The green box is then connected to a robust structure, which on its long axis, predominantly faces South. This box remains quite functional and streamlined in contrast to the green box. The harmonious proportions and scale are fundamental to the overall geometry of the building. This building has its own unique expression of function and vision. A limited palette of materials is used, with an emphasis on lightness and floating plains. The contemporary architecture creates an elegant building that enhances the environment. Property Developers: HBW and FWJK Developments Project Managers: FWJK Project Managers Architects: FWJK Architecture Quantity Surveyors: FWJK Quantity Surveyors Civil / Structural: HBS Africa Consulting Engineers Mechanical and Wet Services: Sutherland Engineers Electrical: Quad Africa Consulting Fire Protection: Manus De Bruyn Consultants Commencement date: Early 2016 14 Project Watch