Architect and Builder November/December 2015 | Page 56

functional building. An attempt was made to strip some
of the functional aspects of the building’s footprint and
planning and incorporate a more dynamic façade with
recesses and framed windows in a contemporary style.
The aim was to create shadow lines and projections
and establish screening.
Aluminium and glass were used externally. The
Hilton area has a challenging climate, with temperature
extremes throughout the year and high rainfall. Low
E glazing in cool grey reduces the thermal footprint

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within the building. Marmoran is used on the feature
panels, with the remainder of the façade finished off
with plaster and paint to reduce costs.
Roof
The roof is a standard flat roof with a bitumen
SP4 torched-on waterproofing. The flat roof also
facilitates the easier installation of the skylights and
accommodates the large amount of HVAC plants on
the roof and allows room for future solar panels.

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