Masterplan
The masterplan was developed around the
relocation of the site entrance and exit from a
previous mid-block connection to the upgraded
Sloane Street traffic circle. The masterplan layout
is focused around the idea of a central urban
park with buildings located within a dense urban
forest. The Central Park houses a restaurant and
conference facility with a tiered garden. Running
tracks and outdoor relaxation spaces are provided
within the landscaping. The periphery of the office
park is densely planted with indigenous trees
as well as the salvaged mature trees from the
previous Knightsbridge Manor.
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Biophilic Approach
The client endorsed the initial concept of a
biophilic approach and reconciliation ecology
within the development and as such the team
actively sought out methods for implementation,
whether it be the relation of the buildings to
the landscaped site, ‘green’ façades, roof top
gardens, the peripheral densification of trees or the
experience of the external landscape while you are
within the building environment. The completed
development will have a nature walk / running
track around the extent of the site, with outdoor
relaxation spaces and gym. The aim is to foster
a natural environment that requires minimal
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