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CONTENTS OCTOBER 2016

VOLUME 67

ISSUE 5

ON OUR COVER: 54 GLENHOVE

DEPARTMENTS

4 EDITORIAL

6 NEWS WATCH

10 COMPANY WATCH: Supreme Mouldings 14 PROJECT WATCH 22 FEATURE ARTICLE: Acoustic Awareness 80 ADVERTISERS

PROJECTS 26 NELSON MANDELA SQUARE

The recent redevelopment of Nelson Mandela Square in Sandton has restored this iconic precinct as one of the premier lifestyle destinations in Gauteng.

38 54 GLENHOVE

The building exploits its location close to the M1 highway on Glenhove Road and its refreshing adjacency to the Houghton Golf Course.

44 THE CHELSEA

The Chelsea, Green Point, is a cleverly designed multi-residential apartment block situated behind the famous Cape Town Fan Walk.

50 METROPOLIS ON PARK

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The large apartment sizes and modern finishes - overlooking the largest green space in the heart of Sandton - makes this an iconic residential development.

us on 021 712 0570 or visit our website: www.archibuild.co.za

UPCOMING PROJECTS

Christian Barnard Memorial Hospital No. 5 Silo FNB Bloemfontein UCT New Engineering Building

UPCOMING INTERIOR Zenith Optimedia

UPCOMING FEATURE The 2016 Steel Awards

BOOKING DEADLINE

Thursday 17 November 2016 Contents

INTERIORS 62 GE AFRICA INNOVATION CENTRE

The vision was to provide a healthy environment and internalise this in the workplace, promoting an integrated and balanced work environment.

SURFACES 67 OUR ANNUAL SURFACES PRODUCT FEATURE 3

EDITORIAL SHELLEY WOODE-SMITH | EDITOR

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Shelley Woode-Smith 021 683 3766 shelley@archibuild.co.za

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On a positive note, construction seems to be booming! We have had occasions in the past where we have scrabbled to find projects to feature but this is not the case at the moment. It is so exciting to see so many noteworthy developments, both large and small, going up around the country. Long may this continue. Before I mention the projects in this issue, I must extend an apology to Iain Falconer of Falcon Shopfitters. In the previous edition of the magazine, in his lovely feature, the word “shopfitting” was erroneously written as “shoplifting”! We are so sorry. Amusing as this is, I must stress that mistake somehow slipped through both his and our checks. Gremlins in the system. This issue includes 54 Glenhove in Melrose Estate, Johannesburg. The building form sits atop a podium which appears almost as a lily pad and explores bold rectilinear shapes with fenestrated blocks piercing the exoskeleton of the monolithic structure.

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hile the world waits with bated breath to see what comes of the US elections, we have our own drama to contend with on the political front. Are we, the electorate, finally letting the powersthat-be know that we are sick of corruption, lawlessness and the fact that we are sure to be downgraded by Moody’s at the end of the year? Perhaps. The continued protests at our tertiary institutions add to the real concern I, and many other people, feel about this country. This editorial is not the right platform to go into this in detail but, suffice to say, I hope, with every fibre of my being, that we can come to a real, workable solution to the many problems plaguing South Africa.

Nelson Mandela Square, adjoined to Sandton City, has undergone a major refurbishment. A significant influence on the design was the iconic St Marks Square in Venice, where locals and tourists gather to meet, eat, and shop in beautiful surroundings. Another Sandton development is Metropolis on Park. The residential development overlooks the largest green space in the heart of Sandton. Our lone non-Gauteng project is The Chelsea, Green Point. This is a cleverly designed multi-residential apartment block situated behind the famous Cape Town Fan Walk. Our Interiors feature is the General Electric Innovation Centre, also in Johannesburg. Enjoy this issue and remember, we love to hear from you, so drop us a line or an email.

THE 2016 SAPOA PROPERTY PUBLICATION OF THE YEAR Editorial

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NEWSWATCH THE LATEST NEWS AND PRODUCTS FROM THE BUILDING INDUSTRY

PENTHOUSE OFFERS A BIRD’S EYE VIEW OF GREEN POINT

NEWSWORTHY

Kegan was amongst 5 student

For the soaring number of buyers looking for property along Cape Town’s sought-after Atlantic Seaboard, the elegant Odyssey duplex penthouse offers the best of all worlds – the convenience of chic urban living coupled with an outdoor, Atlantic Seaboard lifestyle. The spacious 608m2 apartment is spread across two levels, and the 3,5m high ceilings in the main living and dining areas emphasise the spaciousness by adding a light, bright and airy element while maximising the magnificent views. On the upper level, owners can entertain guests in the luxurious rooftop entertainment lounge and bar, or enjoy sundowners on the private entertainment and pool decks as they watch the Mouille Point Lighthouse and the V&A Waterfront light up at night. On the lower level, the living areas are extended outdoors by a wraparound balcony, in keeping with latest design trends. This level has three generously sized bedrooms, each with its own stylish en-suite bathroom, a spacious master bedroom walk-in-closet, open dining and living areas, a separate entertainment area, and an open plan kitchen with a partially enclosed scullery. Wine connoisseurs will love the downstairs glass enclosed cellar. The apartment is characterised by an uncluttered, contemporary interior design and colour theme, with bespoke furnishings and state-of-the art imported kitchen appliances and finishing touches. Owners also have the convenience of 24-hour security, private secure parking for four vehicles and two store rooms. The Odyssey is a Berman Brothers Group (BBG) development.

finalists

www.bermanbrothers.co.za/the-odyssey-luxury-penthouse

BOOGERTMAN + PARTNERS ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS WITS University student, Kegan Stokes, was recently announced the winner of the Boogertman + Partners

Architectural

Design

Scholarship Awards for 2016. invited

Boogertman

join

Partners

the team

for three days to take part in the Boogertman + Partners Design Challenge, in order to select the winner of this award. The finalists met the Boogertman + Partners team at their Pretoria office where the finalists were given a design challenge. Finalists were challenged to design the first urbanLAB1.0 - a mixed use facility in Pretoria CBD that needed to provide living, working and implementation spaces for an with

international inner

city

team

tasked

regeneration.

They were given 48 hours, after which their designs were judged individually

according

the

communicated criteria. www.boogertmanandpartners.com

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NEWSWORTHY WINNERS OF THE PG BISON 1.618 COMPETITION 2016 On 6 October, the PG Bison 1.618 Awards were held in Johannesburg The 2016 brief tasked students with creating a space for a collective put together to work on a massive international

sporting

event

which would be hosted in Port Elizabeth. Cape Recife Lighthouse on the Southern tip of Algoa Bay located within the bounds of the PHOTO: NAVIGATOR FILMS

Cape Recife Nature Reserve, was chosen to house the collective. This

space

needs

foster

creativity, design, interaction and maximum productivity. The winning students for 2016 are:

ZEITZ MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART AFRICA BEGINS ONE-YEAR COUNTDOWN TO OPENING As excitement builds in Cape Town, Africa and around the world for one of the most anticipated cultural events on the African continent for many decades, Zeitz MOCAA announced the one year countdown to the museum’s grand opening on 27 September 2016. This is set to be the most significant museum of contemporary art in Africa, and the largest art museum built in Africa in more than 100 years. First announced in 2013, the ambitious four-year project to convert the historic Grain Silo at the V&A Waterfront into a cutting edge contemporary art museum is officially in the home stretch, having reached the “One Year to Grand Opening” milestone. The Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa will open to the public during Heritage Weekend 2017, holding a four-day Grand Opening from Friday, 22 September to Monday, 25 September. During this time, no entrance fee will be charged. The Museum, a partnership between the V&A Waterfront and Jochen Zeitz, is the first major museum in Africa dedicated to contemporary art from Africa and its Diaspora, and also the first African institution to acknowledge new mediums through the establishment of different centres and institutes within the overall museum. On completion, Zeitz MOCAA will house Centres for Costume Institute, Photography, Curatorial Excellence, the Moving Image, Performative Practice, and Art Education. In addition to the different Centres, the museum will also feature a myriad of gallery spaces, a sculpture garden, bookshop, restaurant, technical training areas, research labs, reading rooms etc. In addition to exhibiting an extensive art collection from some of Africa’s most talented artists, Zeitz MOCAA has sought to create a contemporary art museum that is easily accessible to South Africans and continental visitors. The Museum’s ‘Access for All’ programme will ensure that no one is ever turned away from the Museum due to the inability to afford admission. “At its heart, Zeitz MOCAA is centred on the promise of creating a museum that showcases the best talent and creativity of Africa and grants access to everyone. With less than one year to go to the Museum’s Grand Opening, we are seeing our vision of an accessible, contemporary art museum reach fruition,” said David Green, CEO of the V&A Waterfront and Co-Chair of Zeitz MOCAA’s Board of Trustees. Executive Director and Chief Curator of the Museum, Mark Coetzee said: “This Museum is a symbol, an icon, of the confidence we feel about being African, the confidence that we feel about our place in the world. And that’s what makes this so extraordinary. We have been given an opportunity to create a museum for all, and we must guarantee Access for All. The right to cultural participation, and access to the artefacts that represent our diverse cultures, is deeply rooted in human rights. This is a principle that Zeitz MOCAA will uphold, defend and keep as a central mission of its reason for being.” News Watch

1st Place: Karen Boshoff from Inscape

Education

Group

Johannesburg. Valued at R120,000 - Karen won an all-expenses-paid trip for herself and

her

lecturer,

Anja

Holtz-

hausen, to the 2017 Furniture Fair in Milan, Italy. 2nd

Place:

from

the

Dominic University

Ferreira of

the

Witwatersrand. 3rd Place: Carli Kuschke from the University of Pretoria. MD of Surface Innovations, Philip Roux emphasised that ‘’ we want to create an opportunity for our up and coming designers to showcase their talents. We love seeing these young

designers

coming

through the educational system, and an

this

competition

incredible

creates

opportunity

and

stepping stone for their careers.” www.pgbison.co.za

NEWSWORTHY

TOUGH DRILL BIT DESIGNED TO EASILY BREAK INTO REINFORCED CONCRETE Bosch Power Tools, which has 40 years of experience in design and in-house production of SDS plus drill bits, brings the new 6 mm SDS

Pictured from left: Itumeleng Leshoedi (MBSA occupational health and safety manager), Gift Shumba (Liviero site agent), Stephen Mayeza (Liviero senior safety officer), Neil Cloete (MBSA president)

plus-5X for professionals, which allows the user to quickly drill into rebar – significantly increasing efficiency for projects. The SDS plus drill bit is suitable for residential, commercial and construction

industries.

designed to handle daily intensive drilling in reinforced concrete, thanks

its

innovative

four-

cutter drill head geometry with at least one cutting edge, which guarantees to continuously attack the rebar from any angle it hits. This prevents the drill bit from getting stuck in rebar, hence it doesn’t break. The centre tip of the drill bit facilitates

the

start

drilling

in concrete and ensures deep and stable centring. Its unique turn angle head design enables excellent

dust

removal

when

drilling. It boasts a four flute

LIVIERO WINS NATIONAL SAFETY AWARDS Liviero Building was the proud winner of three awards in the 2016 Master Builders South Africa (MBSA) National Safety Competition. This outstanding achievement is the result of the exceptional attention to detail and meticulous care taken by Liviero site teams in their work areas, comments Brad Boertje, managing executive of Liviero Building. “Our construction teams’ commitment to constantly striving for the safest sites sets them apart, and this dedication is reflected in our latest results in the MBSA’s prestigious, annual industry competition,” he states. Liviero’s Eskom Wilge site took top honours in Category H, for contracts between R300 and R500 million, while the contractor’s Jelf Taylor Crescent site won Category F, for contracts between R75 and R150 million. Liviero’s Pavilion team took first place in the competition’s Category E, for contracts between R25 and R75 million. Liviero was also among the top achievers in Categories D and G. The company’s Midlands Medical Centre site secured third place in Category G, for contracts between R150 and R300 million, and its KwaMnyandu Pedestrian Bridge contract took fourth place in Category D, for contracts between R10 million and R25 million. The MBSA National Safety Competition follows on from regional events in which Liviero also excelled, Boertje reports. The company’s KwaZulu-Natal sites won five regional awards in this stage of the competition. In addition to the many site-related awards, Liviero Plant was placed second in the regional competition for plant and storage yards. “We at Liviero are extremely proud of the efforts of all staff and stakeholders in consistently setting the highest standards in occupational health and safety,” Boertje concludes.

design to effortlessly transport dust out quickly, resulting in a higher drilling speed and less wear in the channels. The Tungsten Carbide head architecture and composition ensures better quality and

performance

concrete

with rebar than any two-cutter in the market.

www.bosch-pt.co.za 8

Vista System’s signage solutions were recently installed at Nazareth College, in Rochester NY, by Pierrepont Visual Graphics. The end user (Nazareth College) demanded big and bold graphics, carried by modern looking signage solutions that would blend with the overall decor. Flag signs, room and office signs and pylons, were chosen for the college and installed within 4 weeks (including graphics’ printing and assembly). For further information, visit www.vistasystem.com

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COMPANYWATCH PROFILE OF A LEADING SOUTH AFRICAN COMPANY IN THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT

Supreme Mouldings From humble beginnings to industry leader

nder the visionary leadership of CEO and founder Mick Formato, Supreme Mouldings has grown from humble beginnings 35 years ago, to a company that today provides permanent employment to over 300 people. With the company’s origins deeply rooted in the wooden picture frame industry, Supreme

Mouldings has developed and evolved into to what is a now a world class manufacturer and distributor of recycled polystyrene skirtings, trims, flooring profiles, interior decor products and mouldings for the picture framing industry. “The following core values: • Respect for the individual and environment.

THE FACTORY PRODUCES AROUND 700,000 LINEAR METRES OF PRODUCT PER MONTH

• Excellence in product and service. • Business with integrity, are what guided Supreme Mouldings at its inception and still do so today,” explained group MD Neil Edmunds. Neil went on further to say, “We are particularly proud of our recycling programme, which has allowed us to remain competitive in the global market and at the same time preventing enormous amounts of Styrofoam going into landfill. We currently process about 10,000m3 a month of post industrial waste Styrofoam. History will also reflect that we were the pioneers in recycling of waste Styrofoam in South Africa. We have invested over R10 million into the programme,” he said. Manufacturing The Supreme Mouldings factory is based in East London, with more than 10,000m2 of factory floor area, producing roughly 700,000 linear metres of product a month. All skirtings, trims, pelmets, curtain rods and picture frame mouldings are produced using up to 100% recycled polystyrene. The end product is also 100% recyclable. We encourage our customers to submit any waste moulding for recycling. The factory has a stringent in-house quality programme that is supported by one of South Africa’s leading analytical laboratories, based in Stellenbosch. This serves to ensure that consistent and sustainable quality is achieved throughout the production process. The recycling programme has further developed into the ‘Supreme Mouldings Green Initiative’. The Green Initiative is an ideology based on a simple principal, with the company recognising that the worlds’ natural resources are fast being depleted and what we as a company can do to assist in

Company Watch

THE SUPREME MOULDINGS HEAD OFFICE IS BASED IN JOHANNESBURG

preserving these precious resources for future generations. This is an integrated process and is woven into the fabric of Supreme Mouldings, starting with the sourcing of raw materials, the manufacturing process, transport, warehousing and ultimately distribution of finished goods. Part of our Green Initiative was also to have our carbon foot print established by GCX from

Cape Town. This served as an important starting point for many of our programmes across the Supreme Mouldings group. In association with Siyakana the company also offers free HIV counselling and medication to our staff and immediate family, adult literacy programmes are also offered. A portion of all sales is also contributed to the Save the Rhino fund.

THE SUPREME MOULDINGS 10,000M FACTORY IS BASED IN EAST LONDON

Company Watch

Product Range Supreme Mouldings prides itself on having a creative and skilled in house design and R&D department, where new products are presented on an ongoing basis to the sales and marketing department for evaluation. Their understanding of the market allows its R&D department to be at the forefront of market trends. This facility also gives Supreme Mouldings the ability to design products that meet individual clients’ needs.

• Easily installed with glue or nails • Waterproof and insect resistant • Non Toxic • Stock is readily available at competitive prices.

STOCK IS READILY AVAILABLE IN WAREHOUSES LOCATED IN THE MAIN CENTRES

The product range covers the following: • Architectural: Skirting, Trim, Flooring profiles • Decor: Pelmets, Curtain Rods, Framed Art, Framed Mirrors, Objects Art. • Picture frames: A range of more than 600 different profiles and finishes, supplied in length to the picture frame industry, including mountboards and accessories.

Sales, Marketing and Distribution The Supreme Mouldings head office, main warehousing and distribution is based in Robertville, Johannesburg, with branches, warehousing and distribution in Cape Town and Durban. These warehouses carry the full product line and delivery is generally within 48 hours from order. The offices are staffed with very knowledgeable and competent sales personnel, who will gladly offer any advice or solution to your needs. 80% of sales are into the domestic market, with the balance going into other African countries as well as the USA, Russia and Europe.

SALES OFFICES STAFF ARE VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE ABOUT THE SUPREME MOULDINGS RANGE

Architectural Product Features & Benefits • Made from recycled polystyrene and 100% recyclable • Prefinished in a wide range of hard wearing colours - no need for staining or painting • Colour and dimensional consistency

To contact Supreme Mouldings please use the following: Head office JHB: 011 086 8888 CPT Branch: 021 007 2883 DBN Branch: 031 563 6934 www.suprememouldings.co.za

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Let us show you what we’re made of… Introducing Enviroline, fully recycled architectural mouldings, skirting, flooring profiles and accessories from Supreme Mouldings. Why Enviroline should be your natural choice: • Waterproof • Termite and insect proof • Maintenance free • Wide range of colours and finishes

• Will never warp, distort or bend • Consistent and beautiful ﬁnishes • Made from recycled material and is fully recyclable • Easily installed

Supreme Mouldings is a proudly South African-based and owned manufacturer and distributor. Established in 1981, we’ve earned ourselves an enviable reputation for supplying top quality eco-friendly products to the local market, whilst becoming a major exporter to North America, Europe, and the rest of Africa. For professional service and naturally beautiful results, visit us at www.suprememouldings.co.za or call us on: JHB: (011) 086 8888. CPT: (021) 007 2883. DBN: (031) 563 6934

Money isn’t the only thing you save with Supreme Mouldings. A portion of every sale made goes towards “Save the Rhino”.

Supreme Mouldings & Décor

PROJECTWATCH PROPOSED, CURRENT AND FUTURE PROJECTS FROM SOUTH AFRICA AND ABROAD

ZERO 2 ONE TOWER, CAPE TOWN Construction of FWJK's latest R2.3 billion ZERO 2 ONE Tower is planned to commence at the beginning of the second quarter of 2017. According to Craig Armstrong, head of FWJK Cape Town, this 44 storey skyscraper to be developed on a site opposite the Cape Sun, will become Cape Town's tallest building when completed. The development will include 631 residential apartments with ground floor retail and will be topped by a sky bar which will enjoy 360° views over Cape Town. The architectural expression has incorporated design elements which amplify the building's soaring verticality and size which has been expressed in glass and precast concrete elements for speed of construction. ZERO 2 ONE TOWER is located on the north-west corner of Adderley and Strand Streets in the heart of Cape Town’s CBD and is ideally positioned at the gateway of the City to tower above its peers, whilst enjoying Cape Town's first world public transport infrastructure on its doorstep. The site is positioned on the original shoreline when Cape Town was founded in 1652. Significant land reclamation from Table Bay took place between 1930 & 1940, which led to the extension of Adderley Street. The locality of ZERO 2 ONE TOWER has tremendous importance in terms of the history of Cape Town and the design responds to this by improving the precinct and will act as a catalyst for the ongoing rejuvenation of the Inner City. The apartments comprise studio, one bed and two bed apartments plus penthouses at the highest level and start at ±36m or ten storeys above ground level which will allow for unobstructed views from the apartments. The building has been designed specifically to make full use of its North orientation, thereby providing a sunny, comfortable and most importantly, an energy efficient living environment.

The architectural design calls for an iconic building sympathetic to its surrounding context and, to achieve this, the building has been ‘lifted’ off the ground in order to create safe, open and protected on-grade walkways that allow access at various points along the building perimeter for pedestrians, thereby creating an active urban streetscape. The typology of the building leans towards a multi-punctured façade, allowing for balconies and windows to each apartment. This is further rationalized by the use of an architectural language incorporating various elements, materials and form which gives the building its unique signature and style. Fuelled by Cape Town's ability to buck the national trend, demand for inner city residential accommodation continues unabated according to Armstrong and the project is already virtually sold out to wholesale investors who have individually taken investments of between R30m and R300m in ZERO 2 ONE TOWER. An added bonus to investors is that the development will enjoy UDZ tax benefits. Developers: FWJK Developments Architects: FWJK Architecture Project Managers: FWJK Project Management Quantity Surveyors: FWJK Quantity Surveyors Structural Engineers: Aurecon Group Electrical Engineers: Converge Consulting Mechanical Engineers: Ekcon Wet Services Engineers: Ekcon Fire Protection Engineers: Ekcon Traffic Engineers: Trafficon Wind Engineers: Machoy Engineers Urban Designers: Gapp Urban Designers

Project Watch

ALEX MALL – BRIGHT, CONVENIENT SHOPPING FOR THE PEOPLE OF ALEXANDRA

PROJECTVIEW

TENONQ, SEA POINT Situated in Sea Point between Kloof

and

Regent

Roads,

the

eight-storey building will house 53 apartments – the most within any of the buildings in developer, Blok’s, urban apartment portfolio. These

pet-friendly

residences

will include: nine one-bedroom apartments with internal dimensions of ±37m² or 40m²; 10 lofts sized roughly at between 41m² and 44m²; two two-bedroomed apartments

measuring

the

region of 70m² and two twobedroomed

garden

units

with

internal proportions of around 92m² or 108m². There will also be 28 two-bedroom duplex units measuring

approximately

between 72m² and 87m² as well as two, three-bedroomed duplex penthouses

with

estimated

proportions of between 111m² and 117m². In

keeping

with

Blok’s

ethos

of shared spaces, the building will have a strong emphasis on thoughtfully designed communal facilities such as a roof top garden,

MDS Architecture has designed a new shopping centre which will be located on a prominent site adjacent to the N3 in Alexandra. Located just 6 km from the Sandton CBD, Alex Mall is being developed by McCormick Property Development in association with Valumax. Louis Pretorius is the partner at MDS Architecture heading the project. “The site is just off the London Road turnoff on the N3. Once completed, Alex Mall will offer almost 30,000m2 GLA. A large percentage of construction labour is local, so there is job creation during construction,” he says. The multi-level modern design includes three attractive, colourful entrances on the upper level, another two on the lower level and a long, cascading building. The top floor of Alex Mall features two soccer pitches in an Action Soccer facility, which is expected to be a significant attraction. A food court is located around the main entrance, including a covered outdoor section. A large taxi rank is situated on the lower level under the slab, helping to ensure that the development meets the growing needs of the surrounding community. The building features high ceilings with an abundance of natural light and interior landscaping, which give Alex Mall a spacious feeling. “The site has a 20m fall which had to be accommodated in the building. Escalators were used to step down and a lift was included to link the two levels ,” says Pretorius. The external finish is plastered and includes wall tiles right around the building. The porcelain tiled flooring is laid in traditional geometric patterns in a neutral colour palette. To engender a sense of pride in the township, the demising columns between the shops will feature prints telling the story of the history of Alexandra. Glass shopfronts are high and frameless with promotion and activity courts within the mall close to each entrance. Pretorius says that the best possible use of natural light was a key part of the design of the mall. “Natural light has been maximised throughout the mall and in all the courts through clerestory windows, reducing the need for artificial lighting and additional heating,” he says. In a drive to reduce water demand, rainwater harvesting has been included in the mall’s design. Through this initiative, water is harvested from the roofs and filtered for re-use, thus reducing the demand on municipal water. There is an attenuation pond for storm water as well as a series of tanks that take water back into the storage facility, where it is filtered and pumped to the main pressure tank situated over 30m above the lower levels of the mall, allowing for gravity-fed pressurization of the system.Waterless urinals are also specified. Alex Mall will feature two supermarket anchor tenants, Pick n Pay and Shoprite. Over 85% of the mall has been let to a mix of other national retailers. Client: McCormick Property Development & Valumax Architect: MDS Architecture Quantity Surveyors: Quanticost Electrical Engineer: ING Plan Mechanical Engineer: Air Cool Structural Engineer: Hannes Hattingh Consulting Engineers Civil Engineer: KLS Fire Consultants: Ronnie Koekemoer Contractor: Mike Buyskes Construction

swimming pool, braai area, guest lobby with a concierge as well as indoor and outdoor gyms. What’s more, to ensure security for all tenants, the building is equipped with access control, CCTV and security guards. TENONQ will also have ample parking with one or two parking bays per apartment, plus

visitors,

motorbike

and

bicycle bays. Ground-breaking

for

development

scheduled

the

new to

take place in March 2017 with occupation

during

summer 2018 / 2019.

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CORAL POINT, SIBAYA FWJK has launched and sold out its new residential development at Sibaya, Tongaat Hulett Development's new coastal resort just above Umdloti. Coral Point is a 152 apartment development with a basement which connects the two residential buildings. Nicole Richards, a director of FWJK Architecture, outlined her vision for this new lifestyle living experience which had to respond to the principal design generator of the project in achieving uninterrupted sea views for the majority of the apartments. This informed the overall massing and form of the buildings. The cluster of buildings together define a whole whose elements relate to the characteristics of the surrounding landscape, creating a central park as the extension to the existing coastal forest. The design of the residential complex seeks the symbiosis between architecture and landscape which defines a sense of place and belonging in the environment. The two principal faĂ§ades of the building are designed differently; the one facing the street is more urban and robust in form, responding to The Boulevard and the inland views, whilst the central park and sea facing facade is more

open and lightweight, using generous balconies and glazed openings to connect to the surrounding context. The architecture on the sea facing elevations is streamlined, simple and uncluttered, allowing continuous connection to the coastline views. The development includes a gym, crĂ¨che, pool and clubhouse as well as access to the 7km boardwalk in front of the development which weaves in and out of the coastal forest terrain. Construction commences in January 2017.

Developers: FWJK Developments Architects: FWJK Architecture Project Managers: FWJK Project Management Quantity Surveyors: FWJK Quantity Surveyors Structural Engineers: NJV Consulting Electrical Engineers: DBA Electrical Consulting Engineers Wet Services & Fire Engineers: Redline Consulting Engineers Main Contractor: Grinaker-LTA

Rollerstyle

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KGORO CENTRAL, SANDTON Kgoro Central echoes the pioneering spirit that saw the creation of Johannesburg, its buildings, its parks and its industry. It is a 200,000m2 mixed use development comprising offices, retail (including on-street retail), hotels, residential and cultural/civic uses together. Kgoro Central will be located partially on top of another development, the Sandton Gautrain Station Basements and Public Transport Interchange (PTI) Level. This has made the project a unique design challenge. Enquiry by design, rather than the conventional design by enquiry, has contributed to the outcome of the development Regiments and StudioMAS Architects and Urban Designers, envisioned the Kgoro precinct as a hub that represented Johannesburg and its fragmented spaces born of layers of complexity and loosely tied together by never-ending strings of roads. This is the challenge that Kgoro Central tackles: to create an urban design and architecture that is a fluid, open public platform for social, cultural and intellectual barter, where a person can eat, play and live, not one thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dependent solely on commercial exchange. Pierre Swanepoel and Kuka Mofu, the architects at StudioMAS have conveyed that the urban design elements are meant to â&#x20AC;&#x153;establish goodwill principles for 18

a place that is adaptable, connected to its immediate built environment and exposed to its natural setting.â&#x20AC;? The development consists of eight different but interlinked buildings, some of which sit on an eight level parking basement. The master plan has been completed but is flexible and can be adapted to allow for practical building designs as well as different uses. West Street Block and Rivonia Block will be the first buildings to be constructed.

The former being designed by LYT Architects and the latter by StudioMAS are commercial, residential and hotel blocks which will tie into the vibrant square below. The beauty of the development also lies in its phasing as any building can commence when required and is not dependant on the progress of any other building. The only constraint is the phasing of the basement, which will commence on Fifth Avenue and Rivonia Road corner.

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As the precinct comprises mixed uses which have peak energy demands at different times of the day, feasibility investigations suggest that a tri-generation plant to produce energy for the precinct would be advantageous. Ongoing investigation and more detailed planning and feasibilities are currently underway. The aim is to create a variety of different tenant mixes across several occupancy types. In addition, a layered legacy of the inner city will be reflected in the overall democratic armature/ skeleton of Kgoro, with its fascinating embellishments particular to each building. PROFESSIONAL TEAM: Client: Regiments Project Managers: Pro-Crit; Triviron PROFESSIONAL DESIGN TEAM (PRECINCT): Architects and Urban Designers: StudioMAS Architecture & Urban Design Retail specialist: Actio Quantity Surveyors: KDM Structural Engineer: Pure Consultants

Electrical Engineer: CAI Mechanical Engineer: WSP | Parsons Brinckerhoff Fire Protection: Building Code Consultants Wet Services: Phumaf Sustainability: PJC PROFESSIONAL DESIGN TEAM (BUILDINGS â&#x20AC;&#x201C; PHASE 1): Architects and Urban Designers: StudioMAS Architecture & Urban Design;

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uman beings have five senses. Of these, only one is not relevant to buildings, taste. Architectural design naturally skips past a requirement that the building could smell good because if it didn’t, nobody would work there. The senses of vision and touch are very much catered for in buildings. To any architect, if you say “Falling Waters” they will generally reply “Frank Lloyd Wright” - a house in the USA designed by architect, Frank Lloyd Wright, and located on a stream. It is a US National monument. Over the years, architects have been unstinting in their praise for the structure, due to the outstanding vision it presents. Unsurprisingly, vision is the most compelling – touch, not so much as in physical tactioception as felt by the fingers but in the form of contact with surfaces when walking or sitting. A sense very relevant to buildings is hearing. After vision, this is probably the most prominent sense of the five. Yet, in South Africa, it is the one sense which often seems to be completely ignored by people building buildings for reasons which I will

now outline. You will note, I wrote “people building buildings” and not “people designing buildings”. All over South Africa are buildings in which the occupants either can’t hear or hear far too much – in which privacy is non existent and in which great aural discomfort is prevalent. The people in the professional team (in which we include the client) who ensure that buildings are noisy, audibly uncomfortable and stressful in terms of poor acoustics and noise control are, in no particular order, the client, the quantity surveyor and the interior designer. People often think that the architects are responsible for the poor acoustics in a building but this is not so. I will deal with this matter further on. In the interim, I wish to explain how these three people, the client, the quantity surveyor and the interior designer, can have acoustics and noise control failings which occur in the majority of South African buildings and structures parked firmly at their door. The client wants a building which costs as little as possible. The lesson that may be learned that a cheap car is not the most comfortable car does not, for the client, exist in buildings. Most of the time, the client will be renting the building to a tenant. Acoustics

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Thus, without too much guilt, the client constructs a building as cheaply as possible and, if it is noisy, blames the tenant for a fit-out which didn’t cater for noise control. Quantity surveyors (the QS) are supposed to do cost estimating, cost control and so on in building projects. They very often omit any allowance for acoustics and noise control or the services of a consulting acoustics engineer. They defend this stance by saying “the client doesn’t want it”. This is true, but often it is the QS who is keen to keep costs down, just because. I was at a meeting last year concerning the acoustics and noise control in a hospital. The QS told us that noise control was not necessary in the hospital since “none of the other hospitals they had worked on had any specific noise control”. The hospital was built. A trolley pushed down a corridor can be heard in every part of every ward. Very restful. Interior designers don’t help. Apart from a fee, they get a royalty on every item of interior design that they specify. This leads to a very incestuous relationship with suppliers of door, tiles, wall hangings, ceilings and glass suppliers. Thus, if there is a consulting acoustic engineer on the project, any design suggestions which involve surfaces which have some acoustic Acoustics

and noise control function, are kicked out by the interior designer who has a vested interest it their proposed design. “The client has seen this” they say “and he likes it”. Finished. But it is not all doom and gloom. There are architects out there who really care. Cape Town International Airport (Blue Print Architects) is one of the quietest in the world – a complete absence of “airport rumble”. The UWC learning centre (DHK) is a masterpiece, both visually and acoustically. Curro School Chamber Music Hall (James Basson, Curro) is so good, acoustically, that the University of South Africa music exams were held there. Bloemhof Electricity building (EBSA) has an auditorium which is close to perfect. Khayelitsha Library (Chamberlain and Irving) is all, acoustically, that a library can be. Other structures: SSOB building (ACG Architects), MyCiti Cape Town terminal (ARG Architects) and others are also good. But Cape Town Stadium (acoustically rubbish), Bellville Velodrome and many others, are terrible. Things need not change – South Africans frequently put up with what they get in terns of acoustics and noise control. They shouldn’t have to. But until project execution and attitudes transform, nothing, acoustically, will change. 23

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NELSON MANDELA SQUARE NELSON MANDELA SQUARE Sandton PROJECT MANAGERS GHC Africa ARCHITECTS Bentel Associates International QUANTITY SURVEYORS MLC Quantity Surveyors Nonku Ntshona & Associates (NNAQS) STRUCTURAL ENGINEERS HBS Africa Consulting Engineers ELECTRICAL ENGINEERS CKR Consulting Engineers MECHANICAL ENGINEERS WSP | Parsons Brinckerhoff Mekan Consulting Engineers HEALTH & SAFETY CONSULTANTS Pinnacle OSH MAIN CONTRACTOR NMC PHOTOGRAPHY Infrastructurephotos Jessica Notelo Photography

he recent redevelopment of Nelson Mandela Square in Sandton has restored this iconic precinct as one of the premier lifestyle and dining destinations in Gauteng. Trading in its original format for nearly 20 years, the relaunched Nelson Mandela Square (the Square) has successfully combined the old with the new and marries with the recent contemporary refurbishment of the adjoining Sandton City. Background Originally developed over 20 years ago, Nelson Mandela Square had become a well known retail and dining destination and was viewed by the visitor as very much a part of the overall Sandton shopping experience. With the recent upgrade of Sandton City, it was decided that this would be the appropriate time for Nelson Mandela Square to undergo a significant redevelopment. Design Philosophy The original neoclassical faรงades and old world feel of Nelson Mandela Square were to remain as the dominant design elements. The challenge for architects, Bentel & Associates, who had also worked on the original design, was how to upgrade the building components in the same way as the sensitive approach to old buildings in Europe might be undertaken. The faรงade with its classical arches would remain, but other elements would be given a contemporary upgrade through the use of more modern materials, including glass, stainless steel, timber, contemporary motifs and art.

Over the years, the large public area of the Square, with its iconic statue of Nelson Mandela, has become known for its numerous eateries

Nelson Mandela Square

The existing design was pared down to showcase the essential classical elements. In keeping with modern design trends, shop front heights were raised and are now seamless glass sheets reflecting a more contemporary aesthetic. Retail Mall The development consists of two levels of retail and acts as an integral link between a number of buildings within the Sandton City node.

The introduction of a high profile new anchor tenant, Forever 21, necessitated the addition of a newly constructed court at the end of the bridge over 5th Street. A large floor slab was cut out and the entire faĂ§ade was opened up. Glazing was extended over two floors, allowing natural light to penetrate and opening the space up to the Square. This addition resulted in the retail component being less â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;inward facingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and now integrating more closely with the pedestrian and

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dining aspects of the Square. A new tenant mix was introduced, bringing in a wider range of retail options and new store designs. Existing tenants were also encouraged to upgrade their stores at the same time. Contemporary upgrades included new floors, ceilings, bulkheads and cladding. A Turkish marble was chosen for the flooring that emulated the classic design of the building as well as speaking to the upmarket retail mix. Public restrooms were also upgraded. The existing glass of the double atrium roof, which had become a patchwork of different colours as pieces were replaced over the years, was changed to clear performance glass, the installation of which was quite an undertaking. Signage underwent a total redesign and now incorporates a new corporate identity and logo. As part of the new ‘Jewel of Africa’ identity, elements of the ‘cut stone’ jewel design were replicated on various surfaces and signage throughout the precinct.

box structure was aesthetically pleasing from above. New criteria governing future tenant design parameters also ensure that the cohesiveness striven for in the new design is not effected by future alterations and additions, whilst still allowing the restaurants their own style identity. A continuous walkway at the front of the sliding doors of the restaurants, contained on the side facing the Square by planter boxes, allows access

The Square - Dining Over the years, the large public area of the Square, with its iconic statue of Nelson Mandela, has become known for its numerous eateries. As restaurants came and went and layouts and designs were changed, they had evolved into a rather incohesive ‘tented city’ of awnings and canopies. One of the most significant new design elements was introduced to provide a cohesive encapsulation of the restaurants. A contemporary steel and glass box has now replaced the individual canopies. As a hotel and some offices overlooked the Square it was important that the roof of the Nelson Mandela Square

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and is covered by an overhanging fretted glass canopy, providing filtered light and protection from the elements. Pedestrian Square The existing cobbled paving was uneven and was difficult to walk on. The brief was to come up with a new, more practical paving option that still had an aged appearance, to blend in with the neo-classical design of the Square itself. A custom concrete paver was developed that looked weathered but yet met the requirements for a smooth, pedestrianfriendly finish. The paving laying directions differ to add interest and also incorporate the existing water feature, which was refurbished. The jets and lights are linked to a computer, allowing for a variety of water and colour displays. CONTRACTOR’S PERSPECTIVE The construction works were executed by the NMC Construction Group’s building division, NMC. The NMC team’s primary emphasis was to ensure that its operations in (and outside) of the public eye blended seamlessly into the luxurious surroundings of Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City.

Nelson Mandela Square

In terms of the project programme, the most challenging aspect was not so much the workload, but rather the logistics of executing the project within a live retail environment. With the bulk of the works taking place in the heart of the malls boasting luxury international brands, the entire programme was structured around this consideration. Work in isolated areas took place in trading hours, with construction activities within a live mall environment executed after hours. This was achieved with advance planning between the NMC management team and client’s project managers. The role of ‘invisible contractor’ extended to careful thought being given to the placement of temporary hoarding, lighting and public safety communications and the maintenance of these elements. With work taking place in and around a fully operational retail space, safety was a crucial facet to every aspect of the project. Each and every element of the project (from installing a light bulb to planting a tree in a planter) happened hand in hand with a method statement; analysed in detail by the project team before pushing the go-button.

The scope of works included the replacement of more than a thousand glass pane panels, at extreme heights, to the skylight in the centre of the Nelson Mandela Square. This necessitated the implementation of the highest construction safety standards, both in the co-ordination and execution of the installation. Crash nets were fitted below the installation with additional structural steel installed on either side of the supporting

structure, to reinforce and ensure the integrity of the existing structure. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The NMC management and client representatives strategically planned the various phases and integration of the renovation ensuring a streamlined sequencing of activities. The renovation and redecoration of public areas, including lifts, stairs, open plan and walkway areas took place during the night. On this project, night

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shift took on a whole new meaning. Where a night shift conventionally comprises a skeleton crew, the nature of work and AAA finishes required that the quality and composition of this team mirrored that of a day shift”, said Johan Bezuidenhout, NMC Contracts Manager. The location of the services proved to be challenging for contractor and designers alike, with 30 year old built drawings merely giving

an indication of what could be expected. These presented several ‘surprises’ on a daily basis, further impacting on the tight project programme. The process was carefully managed in collaboration with contractor, designer, consultant, engineer, sub-contractor and supply chain and with good team synergy identifying swift solutions and effective management of programme, cost and quality was achieved.

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Aluglass Bautech Installations at Nelson Mandela Square For over 40 years, Aluglass Bautech (Pty) Limited has firmly established itself as a manufacturer and supplier of exceptional quality products for the high end residential and commercial market. Their expertise lies in customised solutions for acoustic treatment, technical sun control products, and specialised glass solutions.

luglass Bautech (Pty) Limited and Bautech Installation Services (Pty) Ltd are the proud suppliers and installers of Glazed Façades, Canopy Glass, Sliding Folding Doors, Frameless Glass Doors and Flush Glazed Curtain Walls at Nelson Mandela Square in Sandton. With this variety of products, Aluglass Bautech technic al exper tise and experience ensured that all prescribed safety standards and manufacturing specifications were met with the best possible solution to refurbish and modernise the Square. For the Fixed Flush Glazed Façades 6.38mm (for the smaller panels) and 8.38mm (for the larger panels) NS SolarVue HL neutral laminated safety glass were used to glaze approximately 680m2. The Canopy Glass, which offers sun and rain protection to most of the Square’s restaurants, covered about 370m2 and 17.54mm toughened, laminated, dot frit printed, safety glass was specified.

At 2.8m high and with an approx. length of 200m, the restaurants around the square enjoy the flexibility of having the Stackable Sliding Folding Partitions open when the weather is great and closed when it is windy or rainy. Again 6.38mm

or 8.38mm HL Neutral laminated safety glass was used. An exclusive feature to the entrances is the Frameless Glass Doors. 19mm thick clear toughened safety glass was used to produce the 3.6m high entrance doors. Roughly 84m2 of 19mm glass was used for that application itself. The 5th Street Glass ‘Box’ was Flushed Glazed using the HBS Advantage Curtain Wall system. 8.38mm SolarVue HL neutral laminated safety glass was used to cover the 380m2. The height of the box is a staggering 11m and the width, including the sides, is over 36m. The special features in the glazed curtain wall are the ACTUATED WINDOWS FOR SMOKE EXTRACTION. The duration of this project was about 8 months and The Aluglass Bautech team worked very closely with the professional team to co-ordinate the installation around the steel structures provided by the steel contactor. The majority of the aluminium systems and hardware used by Aluglass Bautech were supplied by HBS Aluminium Systems and C.R.Laurence. Advertorial

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54 GLENHOVE 54 GLENHOVE Melrose Estate DEVELOPERS Alchemy Properties ARCHITECTS Paragon Architects PROJECT MANAGERS CAPEX Projects QUANTITY SURVEYORS RLB PENTAD Quantity Surveyors STRUCTURAL & CIVIL ENGINEERS Pierre Badenhorst Consulting Engineers ELECTRICAL ENGINEERS Quad Africa MECHANICAL ENGINEERS Adaptive Resource Engineers HEALTH & SAFETY CONSULTANTS Cairnmead Industrial Consultants FIRE CONSULTANTS TWCE LANDSCAPING Countryline Africa MAIN CONTRACTOR ASTEK Group

The new development at 54 Glenhove, in Melrose Estate was completed during July 2016. The building has a total rentable area of 5,687m2. Half of the building will be occupied by the Johannesburg office of the auditing, accounting, tax and advisory firm, Mazars. The developers of the project, Alchemy, have also taken space in the building with the balance being let to other tenants, including Stonehage Fleming, Schneier & London and Stonewood. ARCHITECTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S REPORT The building exploits its location close to the M1 highway on Glenhove Road and its refreshing adjacency to the Houghton Golf Course. The architectural character and function of Glenhove Road has changed considerably over the last decade and this building seeks to establish a strong business identity without overwhelming the adjacent residential components. The building form sits atop a podium which appears almost as a lily pad and explores bold rectinlinear shapes with fenestrated blocks piercing the exoskeleton of the monolithic structure. The windows appear as dense gems expressed in highly reflective glass which contributes to the control of emisivity of the building. The H-shaped plan has been designed in a manner to allow for a single tenant or, in this case, a number of tenants. The east and west wings are separated by an atrium and connected with bridges, enclosed in a double skinned integument which allows light but reduces heat. This contributes to the occupants receiving sunlight and revitalising views of the golf course and its vegetation.

PHOTOGRAPHY Courtesy of Paragon Architects

The building form sits atop a raised landscaped podium as a pair of two bold rectilinear shapes

54 Glenhove

The facilities include refreshment and catering stations for Mazars, a joggers shower station (also available for cyclists) and a roof top entertainment area to fully appreciate its sylvan setting. The interiors and graphics draw their inspiration from the surrounding trees and this sylvan tone continues into the materials and use of colour. The interior architecture also complements the tone of an auditing firm to showcase their corporate values and brand identity. This is achieved throughout by Paragon’s finely honed ability at perspicuous value engineered design viz. stimulating but restrained without the monotony often associated with corporate design. DEVELOPER’S REPORT Alchemy Properties’ new development at 54 Glenhove in Melrose Estate achieved practical completion during May 2016. Locality The site, which spanned over two residential properties, was consolidated into one stand. It is located on Glenhove Road, adjacent to the Killarney

Country Club. This position allows for expansive views of the golf course, along the tree lines of Melrose Estate and towards the Witwatersrand Ridge. Moreover, the building’s location at the base of Glenhove Road enables easy access to the M1 highway, Rosebank, as well as the neighbouring suburbs of Birdhaven, Melrose Estate, Houghton and Killarney. The site also exists along a Gautrain bus route that increases connectivity, via the train, to the Johannesburg CBD, Pretoria and OR Tambo International Airport. Concept The building form sits atop a raised landscaped podium as a pair of two bold rectilinear shapes. Or thogonal fenestrations extend out of the building’s monolithic structures as reflective blocks, while a series of patterned openings pierce the building’s envelope to allow for the entry of light and views out to the east and west. The building’s north and south façades are flushglazed further extending floor-to-ceiling views to the golf course and Glenhove Road.

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Planning The building has a total rentable area of 5,687m2. Its H-shaped plan has been designed to allow for a single tenant, or series of tenants, across the building’s ground, first and second floors. Moreover, the positioning of the toilet and vertical circulation cores at the edges of the atrium enable efficient connection to these elements across the floors’ atrium and bridge links. There are a total of 276 parking bays split across two parking levels, with additional visitors’ parking bays situated in front of the building’s entrance to reception. Description of Architectural Features A triple-storey atrium is enclosed by flushglazed façades to the north and south, and a pair of sculpted white bridges span the atrium, connecting the two blocks together. The white bridges and layered white ceilings exist in contrast to the building’s darkened glass, tiled floors and walls, establishing a complimentary black and white palette across these elements.

54 Glenhove

Linear strip lights have been integrated into various design elements of the building. The building’s blocks atop the podium are fully lit around their base, accentuating the floating nature of these blocks. Furthermore, diffused LED strips, installed within the ceiling and extending onto wall surfaces, illuminate the building’s common areas with a softened glow of light. The building’s elevated ground floor podium allows for an extension of the building’s lifestyle functions with a series of seating and pause spaces looking onto the golf course and surrounding context. Integrated into the building’s podium finish is an interwoven landscaping design that extends into the atrium, blurring the distinction between the building’s inside and outside space. The building is secured by a series of accesscontrol points, security cameras, and a 24-hour security presence. Sustainable Elements The building is fully-equipped with back-up water and electricity supply services in the event of such shortages.

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CLIENT’S COMMENT Mazars, the internationally represented organisation specialising in audit, accounting, tax and advisory services, has officially opened its new Gauteng premises located in Melrose Estate, Johannesburg – an ideal location in the epicentre of South Africa’s business powerhouse. According to Anoop Ninan, Managing Partner of Mazars Gauteng, the move to the new Gauteng premises brings together 26 partners and more than 300 employees and was necessitated as a result of the exponential growth that Mazars has experienced in recent years. “The integrated office has created an atmosphere of increased camaraderie. We now work in a cleverly designed, open-plan environment that has encouraged more interaction between colleagues and is fostering a culture of collaboration. This further ensures a crossfunctional and multi-disciplinary approach to tailored client solutions.” Our Gauteng hub offers a wide range of services, such as audit, accounting, tax management consulting, corporate finance, project finance, ICTA, forensics and BEE consulting, to name just a few, says Ninan. “We will continue to have an office in Pretoria to service our client base in the city. The new H-shaped office space was designed to keep the tone of similar surrounding structures while also establishing its own identity, standing out boldly with strong lines and shapes. It offers extensive views of the Killarney Golf Course and boasts a rooftop entertainment deck with an unchallenged view of the Johannesburg skyline. The office includes facilities such as ample parking for staff and visitors, refreshment and catering stations, and shower stations for exercise enthusiasts. The modern design of the building is 54 Glenhove

also energy efficient, reducing our carbon footprint and environmental impact. The windows are made of highly-reflective glass to contribute to the control of emissivity of the building. With two wings separated by an atrium and connected by bridges, the building is designed to allow plenty of sunlight in, but reduce heat – while also showcasing views of the surrounding vegetation. The graphics draw their inspiration from the surrounding trees and this continues into the interior design and colours. This complements the corporate values and brand identity. Mazars has a long history of professional excellence in South Africa and employs more than 1,000 staff nationally. “We are very proud of our new premises and I believe this move will energise the business to the next level. We remain agile enough to provide our clients with the personalised, professional service that they have come to expect and we look forward to welcoming them to our new home,” concludes Ninan.

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THE CHELSEA THE CHELSEA Green Point DEVELOPERS Signatura ARCHITECTS Arthur Quinton Darryl Croome Architects QUANTITY SURVEYOR KS Quantity Surveyors STRUCTURAL ENGINEERS Sonnekus & Toerien ELECTRICAL ENGINEERS Rawlins Wales Cape MECHANICAL AND FIRE ENGINEERS Spar Q Consulting SUSTAINABILITY HereToday LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT Bel Pezzo Studio MAIN CONTRACTOR Westcape Construction PHOTOGRAPHY Courtesy of Signatura

he Chelsea, Green Point, is a cleverly designed multi-residential apartment block situated behind the famous Cape Town Fan Walk. Designed by Arthur Quinton Darryl Croome Architects, the scheme is staggered in sections and consists of 38 apartments in three interlocking, five-storey blocks. The experiential result is one of a rather intimate and personal nature. The apartments cater to a broad range of buyers offering studios, 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom apartments, and the more generously sized penthouses with spacious rooftop terraces. Views are multi-directional with southern views of Signal Hill, glimpses of Table Mountain and the world-class Cape Town Stadium. Context The site is located just off Green Point Main Road, screened from the bustling traffic. This Green Point site, moments from the Sea Point promenade, is ideally situated in a quiet side street and allows for convenient walking distance to nearby eateries, retailers and fitness hotspots, on the ‘fan mile’. Design A key element of the brief was to maximise the development potential in this soughtafter location. The architectural and engineering team faced the demanding task of maximising bulk on a compact footprint with excavation into rock and associated lateral support implications, which required great care and attention. Two plots of land were consolidated for this particular development with an existing house needing to be demolished. The challenge came in with these sites allocated to different zones in the Cape Town Zoning Scheme. This resulted in an interesting form as the rear of the design had to comply with more stringent setbacks. This led to the

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The Chelsea is ‘classic’ in proportioning and language and its use of face-brick and sun control measures, specifically its shutters and pergolas, is a subtle nod to the older Victorian and industrial buildings in the area

The Chelsea

building stepping back as it rises in height, allowing for terraces to the back units. Apartments which did not benefit from terraces were given balconies which are recessed into the building form, creating coverage on three sides and thus allowing for more private outdoor living spaces. A structural step cuts the building in half, allowing it to be staggered with the natural slope of the land. Along this structural step, the two five-storey blocks share a naturally ventilated atrium which

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runs from roof to the basement parking and has a glass skylight overhead. This brings natural light in and creates the sense of being outside whilst allowing for protection from the weather. Secure double parking with two bays for most of the apartments, as well as storage units, makes up the basement levels. The building consists of a concrete framed structure with masonry infill wall panels, either face-brick or plastered. These materials were used both internally and externally.

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Access Security measures include intercom access-control and 24-hour on-site security presence. Visitors and owners are welcomed from Vesperdene Road by a manned 24-hour security entrance allowing access to the buildings atrium via a pedestrian bridge. A lift from the basement provides access to all floors.

plastered walls, in combination with dark charcoal steel elements, sharply contrast the red face-brick, effectively calling attention to stand-out elements and defining three-dimensional form. Malmesbury Shale stone, sourced directly from the site, has been used to articulate the entrance of the building and to emphasise and announce the entrance to The Chelsea. Positioned directly above the pedestrian entrance is a metal, random slatted screen which serves to create a distinctive signature to the building. The screen becomes a focal point of the building and creates a sense of enclosure for the atrium space and galleries behind.

Aesthetics The Chelsea is â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;classicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; in proportioning and language and its use of face-brick and sun control measures, specifically its shutters and pergolas, is a subtle nod to the older Victorian and industrial buildings in the area â&#x20AC;&#x201C; but, of course, with a contemporary twist. Stark white

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Interiors The external materiality was brought through to the interior spaces, but in a softer palette, to create a sense of continuity. The smooth white walls of the apartments create a spacious feel within a limited footprint. Charcoal from the external steel and stonework is re-imagined in the interiors through grey tones throughout the kitchens and bathroom vanities. Interior palettes were kept neutral to form a backdrop to any individual styling by owners. The result is light, bright and seemingly spacious contemporary living spaces. Sustainability The project was rationally designed with energy modelling software, by consultants, HereToday. Due to the passive green approach to the architecture, the energy demands were minimal. Detailed planning of sustainable elements guided the energy efficiency decision making, as various thermal performance options were evaluated against the cost and value. The open atrium space between the blocks, apartment layouts, fenestration sizes and orientation capitalise northern solar gain, thus enhancing day-lighting and natural ventilation. This passive thermal design, whilst being energy efficient and sustainable, also leads to greater comfort levels, residentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; well being and even increased productivity. Other efficiency measures considered were the use of red clay face-brick walls to reduce embodied energy and future maintenance. Internal high

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level glazing aided in maximising the natural light egress, whilst extra seals on fenestration reduced air leakage and thermal transfer. Reduced shading allowed more winter solar gain and a ring main hot water system to reduce hot water usage. Multi-layered plumbing pipes and low pressure composite hot-water storage tanks with high specification insulation were used to reduce hot water standing losses as well as the low flow water fittings with low wattage lighting and energy efficient appliances. An option at a later stage is to install a photovoltaic system in order reduce the base load demand.

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Grosskopff Lombart Huyberechts & Associates ARCHITECTS 011 486 2770 | info@glh.co.za | www.glh.co.za

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METROPOLIS ON PARK

SANDTON

PROJECT FEATURE

METROPOLIS ON PARK METROPOLIS ON PARK Sandton DEVELOPER Barrow Properties ARCHITECTS GLH Architects STRUCTURAL ENGINEERS Pure Consulting ELECTRICAL ENGINEERS OneZero Consulting HVAC ENGINEERS Adaptres WET SERVICES CKR Consulting FIRE CONSULTANT TWCE LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT DDV Design Group INTERIOR DESIGN GLH Architects MAIN CONTRACTOR AND SITE AGENT Barrow Construction PHOTOGRAPHY Courtesy of GLH Architects

he large apartment sizes and modern finishes overlooking the largest green space in the heart of Sandton, makes Metropolis on Park, developed by Barrow Properties, an iconic residential development which will be highly attractive to investors and residents seeking high end apartment living. The Site The building is located on Pretoria Road adjacent to Mushroom Farm Park in Sandton, which offers some of Sandtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best green space. The Gautrain station and Sandton City are all within easy reach. Apart from the usual site challenges, the one that influenced, to some extent, the initial design of the building, was the slope of the site. The ground floor main entrance had to be in touch with the street elevation. This led to the entrance podium being designed in such a way that it sloped in two directions towards the street level so as not to disassociate the main entrance from the streetscape. This also gave the feeling that the ground floor leads onto the park on the north side. The park, being a big draw card, and the awkward site having a river running through it on the lower south end, guided the design in a certain direction. The main three blocks were placed as close as possible to the park and each one kinked to hug the park and get the maximum views and usage out of the available area. On the south, the main entrance looks onto the river and trees lining it. Therefore, the site provided many challenges and beautiful views of the city which gave the building its form and design philosophy.

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Design The elegant architecture, featuring curtainwall glazing and faรงades finished in natural light tones, is modern but classic in style at the same time. The apartments are grouped in three northfacing towers adjacent to each other that are rotated inwards to embrace the park in front of the building. Tower A has 13 floors, B has 12 and C, which is the closest to Pretoria Road, has 11 floors. There are 12 studio apartments, 34 one bedroom, 71 two bedroom and 9 three bedroomed penthouses. All apartments have north-facing balconies with

glass balustrades giving uninterrupted views of the Sandton skyline. Access On the ground floor, the tall reception volume gives access to the three lift cores of the towers. The accent is firmly on helping residents achieve the perfect work/life balance: building features such as private meeting and dining rooms, a fibre optic backbone and full standby power and reserve water tanks make this an ideal base for working from home. Meanwhile, services such as drop off/

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pick up laundry, a 24-hour reception desk, gym, lap pool, grocery-stocking service and cafĂŠs provide numerous on-site leisure options. Visitors park on the basement deck to enter the building and access to two enclosed basement parking levels is via a vehicle entrance on this level. The individual towers allow for exclusive privacy in that the number of apartments accessed from the lift core are limited to a maximum of 5 units with most floors having four or fewer doors here. The kitchen has Caesarstone tops with Miele appliances and the bathrooms have been fitted

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with the highest quality European brands such as Hansgrohe, Duravit and Geberit. Living spaces have porcelain tiles and bedrooms are carpeted. Structure The building consists of three reinforced concrete frames. Concrete cores around lifts and stairs for each tower provide lateral stability. Column positions have been coordinated to be on the dividing lines between parking bays in the basements and to be blended into apartment dividing walls on the upper levels in order to reduce the impact of structure on

the architectural layouts. Transfer beams at ground and first floors allow loads to reach the foundations safely through the changing column arrangements between basements and apartment levels. One of the structural features of the building is the floating skylight entrance canopy cantilevering over the main entrance. Here, lightweight steelwork cantilevers over the entrance, juxtaposed against the concrete roof over the lobby into which it has been cast. Another striking design element of structure as architecture is the inclusion of the L-shaped concrete walls and floating pergola beams that frame each tower on the northern faรงade. Sustainability The building has endeavoured to have an ecologically sensitive footprint. Reduced electrical consumption is achieved by the use of energy efficient LED downlighters and light fittings throughout the building as well as in the apartments. Water is heated by heat exchangers that form part of a unit that also stores the hot water. This efficient unit uses ambient heat in the air to keep the water warm enough for domestic use. Although air-conditioning is installed in rooms where it will be needed, performance glazing is installed to the north, east and west windows. The glass is kept as clear as possible and double glazed windows are specified on the east and west side of

the building. South facing glazing is clear as heat gain to this faรงade will be minimal. The installation of the fibre optic backbone throughout the building reduces the amount of wiring and conduits normally associated with multi apartment structures. This system uses fewer materials and has less wastage. Interiors Entering the building, you are met by a bright, double volume reception space with natural light pouring in from all directions. The finishes are contemporary and sophisticated, using a blend of marble, timber, metal, and glass and contrasting light and dark throughout the composition in a bold and orderly way. Lobby The structured linear reception desk contrasts with the curve of the apartment building base opposite, and the two are seamlessly tied together with the modern tile-laying which offsets joints and contrasts colour and texture in a beautiful play of light and grain. Soft rounded felt pebble-like seats cluster under hanging metal pendant lights, bringing an organic element as counterpoint to the strong geometries of the space. From the ground floor, one can access the three apartment blocks, and the internal walkway to the lifts is enlivened with a fifteen metre long wire artwork designed by artist, Gina Waldman,

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who used local wireworkers to bring her vision of the story of the building and the park to life. This walk is complemented by a striking seating space placed in a glazed pop-out box which capitalises on the architectureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s integration of the exterior and interior. Restaurant From the reception area, there is direct access to the restaurant which, through warm timber furniture, tan and beige leather and textured fabric upholstery in mustards and greys, lush rugs in

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gradients of blue and grey-green laid on warm wood floors, geometric wallpapers, monochrome abstract artworks, and cosy lighting, creates a homely yet stylish environment, attracting both the residents of the building and external visitors. The furniture provides choice ranging from crispedged casual tables for dining, to informal lounge settings, and bar counters for working or enjoying a drink. There are also two enclosed rooms which can function either for private dining or meeting spaces.

Pool Terrace and Gym The space flows easily from the restaurant space onto the poolside terrace and patio areas which are highlighted with a mix of comfortable and stylish dining and lounge seating in neutral tones and unusual geometric forms overlooking Mushroom Park and the buildingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s large lap pool. The ground floor houses a residentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; gym finished in crisp cool colours with elegant mirrors

and bespoke wallpapers referencing the park environment and the geometries of the rest of the public areas. Apartments The contemporary, luxury interior finishes were offered to buyers in two neutral schemes: cappuccino - a more blended palette, and espresso - a more strongly contrasted palette.

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The schemes varied in timber choice, Caesarstone colours and tile finishes. The penthouses range from three-bedroom simplexes, to breathtaking double volume triplexes and duplexes, containing their own rooftop pools and deck area and were provided with luxurious solid timber floors and marble tiles. Sanitaryware is all white, showers and main bathrooms are enclosed in frameless glass, and bathroom

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mirrors are backlit for highlighted sophistication. Kitchen appliances are fully integrated for flawless refinement. The development branding is carried through the development from the building name exterior signage, to the artful vinyls on the glazed doors to the public spaces, to the individual apartment doors marked with offset timber surrounds and highlighted with the unit number.

Armstrong Ceilings Marks a Personal BIM Milestone Armstrong Ceilings has marked a milestone by posting more than 50 BIM objects on its South Africa website.

reviously only available through the UK’s NBS National BIM Library, the objects for more than 150 individual products are now downloadable from www.armstrongceilings.co.za in the BIM formats Revit and IFC. The BIM objects include the manufacturer’s passive energy-saving system CoolZone, the Perla range including Perla OP 0.95 (the first mineral ceiling tile in the world to win Cradle to Cradle © certification) and the new Ultima+ range. Also included are Armstrong’s range of metal lay-in and clip-in tiles and ever-popular Dune range. Armstrong’s commercial technical manager EMEA Rob Gardiner said: “This in-house BIM capability makes it even easier for our customers to design and specify projects with our ceiling systems. These BIM objects contain all the relevant product information and performance values and provide a new-generation method of sharing our product data within the building supply chain.” Armstrong’s BIM portfolio is available to download from the technical area of the South Africa website: www.armstrongceilings.co.za

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INTERIOR FEATURE

GE AFRICA

INNOVATION CENTRE INTERIOR DESIGN: PARAGON INTERFACE

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he GE Africa Innovation Centre (GEAIC) is located in South Africa’s commercial capital, Johannesburg. Commissioned for GE SSA (Sub-Saharan Africa), the 2,454m² (GLA) building is located on Glenhove Road, Rosebank, adjacent to key commercial and shopping nodes. It has accessibility to major road arterials and public transport, as well as community, religious and health centres. The building is a three -storey, primarily east-facing glazed structure overlooking an iconic golf-course to the south, with access and parking on the west. The brief to the architects by GE Global Properties with future client, the GE Innovation Centre, was to create a mixed-use, flexible,

functional, robust and sustainable environment highlighting the key principles of GE – namely industrial innovation and African collaboration. The vision was to provide a healthy environment and internalise this in the workplace, promoting an integrated and balanced health- and wellness-driven work environment. The publicly-accessible ground floor accommodates a health-focused work café and digital exhibition centre, collaboration zones, and outdoor collaboration area. The restricted access first floor is devoted to permanent tenanting and incorporates agile workspaces and a fully-equipped GE Africa Healthcare training centre, while the top floor includes

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a flexible learning and development centre, collaboration rooms, and multi-disciplinary laboratory. With sustainability in mind, a holistic view was adopted for the building with the overall fit-out aiming to achieve substantially more than the minimum levels set out by the GBCSA’s Green Star SA and USGBC’s LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) interior rating tools. Sustainability features include: • Intelligent building monitoring system • Live on-screen energy/waste and water consumption reporting • VRV air-conditioning system incorporating high levels of Fresh Air Input, and heat recovery systems • Xeriscaped gardens and water-efficient planted walls

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• Occupancy controlled lighting • Substantial external views for occupants • Acoustically tested and designed environments • Efficient water usage • Onus on socio-economic credits in the construction phase through training and skills development. The brief from the client was clear that, as an innovation centre, the building had to adhere to global and local best practice with a view to contributing towards a more sustainable built environment. The building is currently being evaluated and is targeting a 5-Star Green Star SA Interior certification, as well as a LEED Gold As-Built certification.

The interior fit-out was designed to be a dynamic and versatile multi-floor space, with innovative and mobile structural elements and furniture. The intention is for the flexible environment to fluidly facilitate collaboration, interaction, and innovation for all users. Conceptually, the space is informed by an African geometric design language, drawn from African settlements, fabrics and surfaces: abstracted circular, angular and linear fractal elements, which are integrated into the structural and aesthetic elements of the GEAIC, creating a uniquely African, yet global, contemporary corporate spatial design. This ethos is drawn through the use of local African materials and products, facilitated through the most contemporary and innovative of African industrial design.

As such, the fit-out of the Customer Experience centre, healthcare experience, and training and development centre showcases and teaches users about GEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S technological drive towards African localised sustainability in the industries of energy, aviation, healthcare, oil and gas, and transportation. In terms of skills development, points in the Green Star SA socio economic category were targeted. For example, the demountable and glazing supplier sent out specialized technicians from Europe to train the local installation teams on the bespoke products that had been specified, their installation, maintenance and functionality. Other specialised training took place on the high performance ceiling materials specified.

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STEELCASE

Tel: +27 (0)76 523 1046 Web: www.steelcase.eu For over 100 years, Steelcase has helped create great experiences for the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading organisations, across industries. Their aim is to offer a comprehensive portfolio of architecture, furniture and technology products and services designed to amplify performance of companies, fuel engagement of employees, unlock human promise and support social, economic and environmental sustainability.

The biggest challenge for the project was experienced in trying to procure local products and skills that met the performance requirements set out in the Green Star and LEED accreditation requirements. Through this process it became clear that an onus needs to be placed on leveraging African creativity and innovation to solve market demands within the local green building sector. From an operational point of view, the building/fit out is new in its approach, and its spatial planning and flexible nature do not fit the standard mould. Accordingly, constant training and user outreach is being undertaken by the Facilities Management team to establish a user guide, with teething issues being addressed in the mechanical systems with regards to user comfort and system usage. One of the major successes of the project was the inter-disciplinary collaboration between architect, client and professional team in working towards the Green Star and LEED accreditations. Occupation of the Innovation Centre commenced in June 2016.

INSPIRATION OFFICE

Tel: 011 268 0636 Web: www.inspirationoffice.co.za INSPIRATION OFFICE is proudly the local Steelcase dealer. Their solutions encourage people to be more creative and focused - increasing their value to business. They know that every office is different, from brand and culture to how their employees collaborate. They supply a range of stylish, functional and completely customisable office furniture.

KBAC FLOORING

Brandon: 082 577 2402 E-mail: brandon@kevinbates.co.za Web: www.kbacflooring.co.za A leader in its field, KBAC Flooring has showrooms, offices, warehouses as well as distribution and installations operations in Johannesburg and Cape Town. The company specialises in commercial and domestic flooring and represents some of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s major flooring producers locally. Interface modular flooring and Floorworx Marmoleum was supplied and installed by KBAC for General Electric.

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74 DEKTON: RECREATION OF THE TOMATO GENOME Almost 1,000m2 of the innovative ultracompact surface, DektonÂ® was placed in the Spain Pavilion of Expo Milano 2015.

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SURFACE NEWS TRAVIATA HAS VINYL FLOORING COVERED

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WOOD CARE LEADERS WoodCare Denmark (WOCA) are the leading manufacturer of wood oils in the world. More

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develop the best and strongest ecological wood care products for the preparation, finishing and maintenance of both interior and exterior wood for residential or commercial markets. WOCA manufacture their products in Denmark, while shipping to all four corners of the globe. Oggie Flooring has partnered with WOCA in Africa, and is the exclusive local stockiest and supplier. Wood possesses a number of properties

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Recently launched to some 200 invited guests at Emperors Palace, the all new “IsoCore” range completes Traviata’s vinyl flooring offering. IsoCore is the jewel in the crown and represents the culmination of consultations with the global contract community – a distillation of what architects, designers, contractors and end users demand from flooring today. Combining the patented IsoCore technology with the tried and tested 0,55mm Ceramic Bead wear layer, larger format plank and integral sound reducing backer, this range brings a whole new dimension to commercial flooring. From a commercial perspective, the IsoCore range now compliments the well proven “Traviloc 220” interlocking luxury vinyl range. Re-branded “Traviloc 5.0”, this range has been updated with the introduction of four all new fashion colours while the most popular of the existing colours have been retained. The new Traviloc 5.0 range also now boasts the “Droplock 100” locking system and an ultra low gloss surface. Traviloc 5.0 retains the full commercial grade 0,55 CB wear layer and is suitable for all commercial, leisure and residential applications. Also new to the Traviata stable is the “Traviloc 4.0” range. This range is a 4,0mm thick interlocking LVT with a 0,3mm wear layer. Specifically aimed at the residential and “light” commercial sectors, Traviloc 4.0 offers the same characteristics as the 5.0 (including the new Droplock technology) but at a more economical price. Again there are four all new fashion colours combined with three of the most popular colours from the now defunct Traviloc Classic 190 range. Rounding out the Traviata vinyl offering is the Elemental “Glued Down” range. This 2,5mm product has a 0,55mm commercial grade wear layer and is suitable for all commercial and residential applications. All Traviata vinyl products are manufactured from 100% virgin vinyl, are “Floor Score” certified for indoor air quality and meet the VOC emissions requirements for use in home, classroom, office and commercial environments.

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mortar

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TILE AFRICA SUPPLY AND FIT ENSURES PROJECT MANAGEMENT FROM CONCEPT TO COMPLETION Shutting down operations and closing up shop is something that businesses try to avoid at all costs, especially when foot traffic is what ensures turnover. Customers hate to be inconvenienced too, which is why shutting a store down for renovations is simply not an option these days. But how is it possible to make these changes if you cannot afford to shut down a section of the store to accommodate the upgrade? Tile Africa’s Supply and Fit service is designed to combat all of the headaches associated with the refurbishment and installation of flooring projects across various sectors. This ‘concept to completion’ service ensures that businesses can run at full speed, as tiling is done as unobtrusively as possible to ensure minimum inconvenience and downtime.

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Cutting out the middle man “The Tile Africa Supply and Fit service ensures that everything is taken care of by one service provider - from concept creation and meeting with architects, to the sourcing of material, project management, storage and full installation,” says David Holtshausen, National Installations Manager at Tile Africa.

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Downtime is never an option “When it comes to the installation process, we ensure that business is always able to return to normal within a couple of hours,” says Holtshausen. “In previous installations, we have worked during the night using a six-hour rapid setting adhesive, which means doors were able to open as normal the following morning.”

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mortar with excellent adhesion to cementitious substrates. Once preparation of the slabs was complete, large panels of Sikadur-43 ZA were cast, with to 15mm for certain areas. Short curing and drying times meant the project was completed timeously and within budget.

Consistency is key The nationwide footprint of 33 stores ensures the ability to roll out installations across various sites, with the same materials and commitment to quality every single time. There is also the ability to store supplies and products at various store locations for a long period, which means the project will never come to a standstill due to unavailability of materials. Ensuring the client partners with the right supplier is crucial when it comes to these kinds of projects. Tile Africa recognises that downtime can be detrimental to the success of a business and go over and above to ensure trading hours aren’t affected. Partnering with Tile Africa for all tiling projects is one way to make sure you are getting the best quality products alongside world-class project management.

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Is Local Carpet Couture on Par With International Flooring Fashion? Flooring fashion is every bit as exciting and cutting edge as clothing couture, with international trade fairs showcasing the latest trends in carpet design, materials and craftsmanship.

rchitect & Builder spoke to Frank Moffat, chief executive of Belgotex Floors to find out if local carpet manufacturers are on par with international flooring trends Q: So, is local carpet couture on a par with international flooring fashion? “Yes,” says Frank Moffat, chief executive of Belgotex Floors, “Not only in terms of styling, but with the latest in design, material and manufacturing technology too.” After visiting NeoCon – the largest commercial design and construction show in the world - in Chicago in June

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this year, Moffat felt confident that Belgotex are able to compete on a global scale. The company’s R100 million acquisition of new tufting equipment has expanded their product portfolio to include tufted patterned products and exciting new plank variants. As one of the few select manufacturers to offer this technology worldwide, Belgotex is right up there with the international market leaders. Q: Tell us about some of the trends from NeoCon? Pattern and texture Flooring follows fashion and fabrics where pattern and texture are the hottest trends. Patterns are less geometric or definitive graphics with indistinct, more subtle organic designs coming to the fore. Smudges, abstract designs and “doodles” are popular, while natural, organic textures and patterns that mimic earthy materials such as wood and marble are making an appearance. “Our tufting technology gives customers unlimited design potential, and we’re now able to offer either customised carpeting or patterned tufted ranges, ” explains Moffat. Precise colour placement and manipulation of construction produces detailed patterns and textures. Colour is specifically placed instead of hidden, allowing for more intricate patterns or designs. Belgotex Floors’ new Forces collection – Natural Bark, Earth Rock and Torrential Rain – utilises the latest production technique of tufted colour placement mimicking Mother Nature’s organic beauty. Each namesake describes the pattern and texture created by the selective placement of individual tufts of yarn. Natural Bark recreates the tones and textures of timber forests, while the cracks and crevices of the earth’s rocky surface are replicated in Earth Rock, demonstrating the eroding effects of the elements. Torrential Rain emulates the mesmerising shapes and sizes of pelting rain in sheets Advertorial

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or rivulets that mould and chisel the plains and landscapes in a tactile hi-low structured texture. The collection is made from Stainproof SDX nylon in five fashionable colourways graded for their Light Reflectance Value (LRV). This value describes the ability of that particular shade to reflect or absorb light in an area, with darker shades being more absorptive and lighter ones more reflective. These values are critical for planning ambience and comfort, as well determining the carpet’s ability to hide soiling or shading. A further five non-stocking bright shades are available on order for accent colours or highlight areas.

Bigger is Better Wider and longer shapes are emerging as a dominant trend. Large, oversized planks, squares, and mixed size combinations are being used for uninterrupted flow or patterning purposes. Belgotex Floors’ recently launched Plank Collection adds a new 120 x 30cm plank variant to their standard size offerings. The long, rectangular dimensions are slightly longer and broader than the American and European norm of 1m x 25. The increasingly popular geometry of planks – whether carpet tiles or LVT - provide exciting pattern possibilities including chevron, herringbone and basketweave installations. Their long, slim dimensions lend themselves to more frequent pattern repeats for a striking decorative effect across a large expanse. The Plank Collection comprises four fashionable patterned ranges – Fringe, Metro, Enterprise and the aforementioned Natural Bark – that will add further design flexibility and interest to the floor. The unique design of each range from Fringe’s fine, high-low pinstripe, Metro’s spaced linear stripes, to the pixellated shading of Enterprise or Natural Bark’s earthy wood-look, can be used to make a bold statement. Each range is available in only a light or dark grey. Bright non-stocking colours are available on order, and can be used as accent colours, but minimum quantities will apply.

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Dekton: Recreation of the Tomato Genome Dekton® slabs personalised using inkjet printing technology and applied as flooring

lmost 1,000m2 of the innovative ultracompact surface, Dekton® was placed in the Spain Pavilion of Expo Milano 2015. The material has been applied on the floors of the public space, the exhibition area, multi-purpose room, vegetable garden, and in the workshops and restoration areas. It is also used on the counter of the tapas bar, the auditorium bar and VIP bar area, as well as the staircase, which provides access to the restaurant on the second floor. The Spain Pavilion designed by b720 Fermin Vázquez studio, wishes to be a benchmark for excellence in current Spanish architecture. “Tomato genome”: Personalisation of Dekton® design makes architects’ and designers’ ideas a reality One of the most attractive and innovative interior design proposals to be found

in the Pavilion was the recreation of the tomato genome using Dekton® surfaces, printed using inkjet technology. The slabs of Dekton® are used to form the flooring of the exhibition and public space on the ground floor. Within the context of the “The language of flavour” slogan, Fermín Vázquez architects studio came up with the idea of recreating the tomato genome - one of the most important recent steps taken in the field of biotechnology and scientific research. The b720 studio was strongly committed to Dekton® as the best partner in order to achieve this stunning design; the Dekton® tables in 2cm Zenith colour were personalised using an inkjet printer with the DNA sequence marked in letters and the shape of a tomato drawn on a scale of grey colours.

This is possible because Dekton® allows a very high level of customisation in design, and is therefore the perfect surface for designers and architects all over the world. The personalisation has two variations, which can be applied separately or together: using milling technology and inkjet printing technology. The material’s excellent technical performance is maintained over the entire surface. From a functional point of view of its properties, its hardness and high resistance to abrasion, and the fact that it is hardwearing in areas of continuous foot traffic, make it a perfect product for spaces that are used intensively. In addition, its easy daily maintenance is a huge plus to highlight for buildings with high levels of activity. Another great advantage that Dekton® offers is the fact that pieces can be custom-made into large format surfaces (Dekton® slab size 1,440mm x 3,200mm), with a minimal joint of 2mm. Cosentino South Africa 102 Loper Avenue, Aeroport, Spartan, Kempton Park - Tel: 011 974 8914 47 Montreal Drive Extension, Cape Town - Tel: 021 385 1866 www.cosentino.com www.dekton.com

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Corobrik Pavers Withstand Centuries of Use The timeless, earthy look and inherent durability that has seen clay brick pavers withstand centuries of use are some of the primary reasons the product is constantly chosen for outdoor construction.

owever, these are just some of the numerous benefits of the environmentally sustain able product. “Because every paver is sourced from age - old deposits, they each exude an appealing earthy nature that is both aesthetically pleasing while also creating an extremely strong product, able to withstand high levels of loading,” explained Corobrik’s Commercial Director, Musa Shangase. “Our extensive range of clay brick pavers also comes in a wide palette of colours and textures which are invariably suited to a spectrum of tastes and lifestyles.” Clay pavers are renowned for their colour integrity which comes from natural pigmentation as opposed to an artificial additive. They retain the original colour without being affected by any form of ultraviolet light, creating an unmatched richness and warmth for any paved area.

The shape of each paver has a natural, textured character which not only blends into any environment with ease, but also creates a pedestrianfriendly, non-slip surface through its abrasive characteristics. “The skid-resistant features of our clay brick pavers have proven increasingly popular with many governmental departments selecting it for construction in schools and hospitals,” explained Shangase. “It provides an excellent solution for any heavily trafficked areas that could become wet, such as pathways or even swimming pools.” The installation of clay brick paving is a relatively quick and easy process and, once laid, the pavers can be used immediately. This means that paving can be left until last, taking pressure off contractors when time is of the essence. In addition, the natural characteristics mean that clay brick pavers will adjust to accommodate

The swirl pattern and use of Corobrik Cederberg, Champagne and Burgundy pavers had been taken through all four phases of the Umhlanga Promenade. Situated on the walkway adjacent to the sea, these pavers are non-slip when wet and the paving can stand up to the harsh beachfront conditions.

to the movement of any underlying earth materials, preventing cracks. The durability of clay pavers means replacement is generally unnecessary, however, if there is any damage to a paver, they are easily replaced. It is simply a matter of removing the damaged paver and replacing it with a new one. They also do not need any expensive year-on-year upkeep procedures. “Our popular paving options have been designed to complement Corobrik’s corresponding face brick ranges,” said Shangase. “And because we are always looking to give our consumers more, Corobrik has invested in new, state-ofthe-art equipment which will extend the already expansive range of pavers we produce in 2017. This means that customers will have an even wider range of colours and shapes to choose from.” www.corobrik.co.za

Corobrik’s Burgundy Piazza pavers laid in a herringbone pattern offer a striking finish at a mall that attracts high pedestrian traffic

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KBAC Flooring Distributors for Acclaimed Bolon Flooring KBAC Flooring is now the sole S.A. distributors for the acclaimed and extensive range of Bolon woven vinyl floor coverings from Sweden.

olon, which has its head office and production plant at Ulricehamn, was founded in Stockholm in 1949, and is now managed by the third generation of family owners - the sisters, Marie and Annica Eklund, who have transformed Bolon into an internationally respected design brand. Bolon was the first company in the world to produce woven vinyl floor coverings and its products have been installed in more than 30 countries with clients that include iconic brands such as Google, Mercedes-Benz, Armani, Adidas, and Sheraton; and renowned collaborators such as Tom Dixon, Jean Nouvel, Cappelliini, and Missoni.

The Bolon range is ideal for public environments – particularly upmarket hotels and exclusive shops - and meets stringent standards for fire safety, wear and durability and sound insulation. KBAC expects the product to be hugely popular with local interior designers, particularly because of Bolon’s emphasis on sustainability. Bolon has been implementing a progressive and inclusive environmental im p rovement p ro g r amme, B o l o n Green, in its operations for many years, which has contributed to the company being certified to leading global environ-mental standards such as FloorScore, GreenTag and BREEAM.

Bolon’s Environmental Management System holds ISO14001 certification. KBAC Flooring supplied and installed Bolon flooring for the footwear area of the new Woolworths store in the massive Mall of Africa in Midrand. KBAC provided three Bolon ranges for the new impressive store: Bolon Studio Play (in hexagon format), and Bolon Studio Natural and Studio Luxury (both in triangle format).

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SCHELTEMA’S SPACER SYSTEM: A REVOLUTION IN ROOF REPLACEMENT OVER ROOFING APPLICATION Scheltema’s solution involves installing new roof cover over existing roof cover. Spacer brackets are manufactured to length according to the insulation requirements and are then pre-installed whilst the roof remains fully watertight. Once all the spacer brackets are installed and aligned, the fixing bars are secured and roof sheeting is installed.

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The space between the existing and new roof introduces the potential to completely re-insulate the building. Bulk insulation installed in this space offers significant energy savings as the insulation does not compress, thereby allowing it to perform to specification and comply with SANS 10400 XA requirements.

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This application is of particular interest to property owners and property managers as it halves the time of a traditional roof replacement and prevents disruption and potential consequential damage to property. In all, this means reduced risk and no loss of production, trading and rental.

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