Projects
Smoking
Smoking is prohibited in the building to reduce related
health risks and protect the indoor air quality.
No-smoking signs have been placed at all entrances, and
no provisions have been made for a dedicated smoking area
Temperature
There is a high level of thermal comfort for 95% of the office
usable area, measuring 31 883m².
The buildings’ design and mechanical system
implemented are designed to provide thermally
comfortable interior spaces. It is recommended that the
design temperature bandwidth is monitored through the
building management system, for deviation from set-point.
The building owner can also do annual surveys to check if
tenants are still satisfied and thermally comfortable.
Noise
Acoustic measures in the design to achieve appropriate
internal noise levels between 40 and 45dB.
The air-cooled
chillers are
positioned on the
roof, nine levels
above ground.
Daylight and glare
Façade with high performance glazing for increased
daylight levels,
• Over 60% of the usable area has external views,
• Blinds installed through the office floors to reduce any
discomfort caused by glare.
The chilled water plant operates on a constant primary and variable secondary system.
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RACA Journal I May 2020
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