Steel Construction Vol 40 No 4 - Metal Cladding and Light Steel Frame | Page 22

SAISC PROJECTS
LSF was chosen due to the clients open
mind towards modern construction
methods and extensive overseas travel.
The architect originally from Australia
had previous experience building in the
method and so was able to capitalise on
the benefits of LSF. The client wished to
have a building with a softer continental
look from the outside, for this reason
Shiplap cladding was used on both the
office block and the factory for 80% of the
cladding.

The 1st floor level is 4.4m high due to
clearance required on the ground floor for
stores and racking height.
The office block design has a modern feel
with large glazed openings, clean cut lines
and dramatic structural features. Double
volume areas with overhead walkways
and a canter levered boardroom make this
office block unique. The client is able to

Grey College –
Jock Meiring Science
Centre
Project Team
Client / Owner / Developer:
Grey College
Architect:
Typology Architects cc
Structural Engineer:
WSP
Quantity Surveyors, Principal Agent and
Project Managers:
BAU
Main Contractor:
Bright Skies Trust
Steelwork Contractor:
SITEFORM
Balustrades Contractor:
A&D Services (Pty) Ltd
Cladding Supplier:
Siteform Framing (Pty) Ltd

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enjoy the spectacular views as 80% of the
1st floor office walls are double glazed
glass shopfronts (3.0m HT).
Furthermore a 240m2 LSF deck was
constructed with a parking area below.
Included on the deck is a sunken in fire pit
with walkways connecting the internal and
external spaces.

Our client was impressed with Shospec’s
previous track record and past client
relationships. He was confident from the
onset of the project that this building
would be a success.
The client wanted a world class product
to benchmark his company to his
international client base. He wanted
his premises to be energy efficient
furthermore providing a comfortable
working environment temperature in the
factory and office block for the benefit of
his employees.