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An example of the window ‘ robot ’ or ‘ traffic light ’ that shows employees if it is in order to open the windows based on outdoor conditions .
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The client-facing suites on Level 0 showing the exposed and neatly finished off pipework and ducting .
The Roof CHW system – This is a more holistic view of the roof plant , specifically the buffer tank and pipe network after being fully insulated by ULAG .
“ It has been said that working from an office post-Covid-19 will never be the same again - worldwide . Of course , that is true , but long prior to the pandemic , the Waterfront development team identified a healthy office space that looks after the wellness of employees as being of paramount importance to any business . Armed with a development approach we consider as ‘ our normal ’, we have implemented people-centred innovations in all our bespoke developments . These promote a healthy work environment , help in combating sick building syndrome and promote low carbon modes of transport . These include pedestrian footpaths , bicycle routes / parks , outdoor greened relaxation areas and even food gardens ”, he says .
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Level 3 under construction . The installation of the Thermally Activated Building System ( TABS ) matrix of pipes into the floor slab .
UNIQUE MIXED-MODE INTERIOR CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM The Waterfont ’ s development director and project leader for the Ridge , Mark Noble , explains why the office work experience is exceptional and how the Ridge ’ s bespoke features set it apart from other commercial buildings .
Noble says , “ We designed the Ridge to be a world-class living , breathing building by incorporating a number of
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