Timber iQ April - May 2019 // Issue: 43 | Page 30

PROJECTS This is Queensland’s first commercial building built almost entirely of timber. features open and flexible office space complemented by exposed timber structures to create a contemporary and creative studio environment. RISING EVEN FURTHER Global engineering firm, Aurecon, now occupies 43.5% of the net lettable area, with IIG working with Lendlease to secure new tenants for the remaining office space. 25 King is targeting a 6-Star Green Star rating, a 5-Star NABERS Energy rating and a WELL Core and Shell rating to complement the precinct’s 6-Star Green Star – Communities rating. The premises commands a distinctive street presence with its striking combination of Cross Laminated Timber and glass. John Burton, Lendlease’s managing director, Urban Regeneration, says, “25 King is the latest example of high-performance workplaces setting new benchmarks in environmentally sustainable building practices with strong connections between timber and human health within the built environment. The building demonstrates greener and healthier ways of working. This creates a workplace that lives and breathes a culture of collaboration providing workers with a sense of belonging.” IIG’s head of funds management – Real Estate, Darren Brusnahan adds, “The building is the definition of a connected, collaborative workspace for high- performance teams. We think 25 King's superb environmental credentials and tenant amenity will make a great contribution to its investment performance.” 28 APRIL / MAY 2019 // www.timberiq.co.za