The triple-volume, 1,000m 2 central atrium
and three-storey mall make maximum use of
daylight and fresh air, with opaque roof lights on
the perimeter of these spaces diffusing natural
light throughout the interior, while controlling
for glare and solar heat gain. Passive thermal
design elements have eliminated the need for air-
conditioning in these areas, while fresh air enters
through the fire ventilation system.
Full-height, flush-glazed façades for the
AAA-grade office component also maximise
natural lighting and allow uninterrupted views
over the pond towards the mountains, while the
cantilevered concrete roof provides the required
exterior shading.
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The development features bold architectural
elements that use the full available height, such as
the scenic lift, textured arcade, facebrick demising
columns and entrance details. Retractable
shop fronts allow restaurants to flow outwards
when the weather is fine and wind-protected
office courtyards create quiet, landscaped
breakaway spaces.
According to SVA International, the design
concept was entirely focused on providing
users with a generous, well-lit, comfortable
and convenient place to shop, work, eat and
exercise. A series of discreet public amenity
spaces – such as the covered seating deck,
internal atrium and high-spec ablutions – have
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