Technopark Proposal

AVA TECHNOPARK

... BRINGING THE FOREST TO THE INDUSTRY

BRINGING

THE FOREST

TO THE INDUSTRY

Our concept proposal of ‘’Bringing the Forest to the Industry’’ for the masterplan for AVA Technopark is inspired from the passion and the drive of the Client for nature and is a challenge to us as architects to take the notion of sustainable and ecological practices a step further than others. The project aims for the integration of smart technology driven industrial activities with the adjoining environmentally sensitive areas.

Here the question is not only about the quality of spaces we create but also about considering how nature can integrate within the proposed development. We have opted to incorporate biophilic design for its numerous advantages to the working environment. In order to achieve this new cultural setting, careful attention was given to maximising the landscape through greater access to and views of the surrounding nature, improving air quality through natural ventilation, using natural light, alongside improving acoustics performance due to natural barriers and use of materials that will age well with nature.

The underlying aim of the project is to set an excellent precedent and a benchmark for future developments to come in Mauritius and the Indian Ocean.

ZULFI J. CURRIMJEE

LOCALISATION

SITE LOCATION

THE MAKINGS OF A LANDMARK

AVA Technopark is strategically located in the heart of a new development boom around Trianon, Moka and Reduit. It is interposed between the existing Ebene Cybercity, Trianon Smart City and Moka Smart City. It is well connected to the rest of the island and immediately surrounded by a responsive and walkable neighbourhood.

Junction of Moka and Quatre Bornes District

Alongside M2,

COTE D’OR DATA TECHNOLOGY PARK (MINISSY)

Just off Reduit triangle

MAURITIUS

Surrounded by Smart Cities

SITE

RELATIVE DISTANCES TO SITE

SITE CONTEXT ANALYSIS

NEIGHBOURHOOD

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SURROUNDING DEVELOPMENTS

MAURITIUS - POLICE ACADEMY TRIBECA CENTRAL (TRIANON SMARTCITY)

In Construction Year: 2022

Building height: G+5

Use: Administration, Educational

In Construction Year: 2022

Building height: G+17

Use: Retail, Office and Residential

DEVELOPMENTS

SMARTCITY)

QUARTIER DE TELFAIR (MOKA SMART CITY)

In Construction Year: 2022

Building height: G+2+50%

Use: Administration, Educational

COMMERCIAL G+2+50%

FORM BASED CODE / CAHIER DES CHARGES

Proposed Building

Footprints: PC: Lot 13: 12,600 m2 30%

Lot 12: 3,000 m2 24%

Cafeteria

10m respected

10m respected

10m respected More than 10m

G+1 50 parking

G+3 150 parking

FOCUS ON MOVEMENT STRATEGY

Infrastructure enabled for modern alternatives modes of movement for pedestrians

Part of site that has a slope higher than 10%

SITE TOPOGRAPHIC STUDY

Site Analysis

Preliminary Proposal for AVA Technopark

Part of site that has a slope higher than 10% Preliminary Proposal for AVA Technopark

Minimum setbacks required

01-VIEW TOWARDS BAGATELLE DAM

VIEW TOWARDS EBENE CYBER CITY

VIEWS FROM SITE

Site Analysis

DESIGN APPROACH

THE WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND ... 5

BIOPHILIC DESIGN

Biophilia means “a love of nature.” Biophilic design is the way in which architects incorporate nature into building spaces to contribute to the health and well-being of occupants. By providing direct access to—and views of—nature, and using building materials and features that both mimic and respect the surrounding ecosystem, as architects, we aim to create spaces that speak to our innate attraction to the natural environment.

Benefits of Biophilic Architecture

Biophilic design reduces stress, blood pressure levels, and heart rates while increasing productivity, creativity, and an overall sense of well-being.

Embracing Biophilic Architecture

By incorporating biophilic design principles into this project, we not only acknowledge the innate connection humans have with nature but also the positive health and productivity results that can be achieved through that connection.

Biophilic Design Principles adopted

•  Access to and views of nature.

•  Improved air quality and ventilation.

•  Natural lighting.

•  Improved acoustics.

•  Natural materials and calming colors.

Consider lifetime running costs

The initial cost of biophilic design is also a critical factor. There is a need to conduct a life-cycle cost analysis of the strategy to estimate the overall running costs. Analysis results can lead us to a design that helps to ensure the proposed buildings will be as cost-efficient as possible.

ARCHITECTURE AND ... 6

BRAND IDENTITY

A qualitative architectural approach is nowadays a must to establish a distinctive brand identity. It should be able to refl ect the core values of a company, what it stands for in its visual identity and environmental approach. It can also be viewed as a marketing asset attracting clientele and gaining repute via the uniqueness and innovativeness of the design.

#innovative #forestinindustry #smartindustry

#sustainabledevelopment

#eco-friendly

#pedestrianfriendly #greenmobility

#naturelovers #1000trees #honeybees

#openairtheatre #cybercityviews

#bamboobridge #mauriceiledurable

#firstintheindianocean

#greenbuilding

MASTERPLAN DEVELOPMENT

MASTERPLAN DEVELOPMENT 4

PROPOSED IMPLEMENTATION

SITE CONSTRAINTS

• Strong Topography present; Proposals have to be implemented respecting it the most.

• Proposals to maximise views on nature.

• Existing Escarpment provides the opportunity to create a green corridor which will enhance the biodiversity of the site.

EXISITING SITE CONDITIONS

• Existing building design conditions to be taken solve current issues sucessfully within new

• Proposal has to be able responsive and walkable

Naturally occuring plaform level

Continuation of the green park belt

IMPLEMENTATION

CONDITIONS

design and on site taken into account to issues and to integrate it new proposal. able to integrate the walkable neighbourhood.

DESIGN STRATEGY

• Making use of existing topograpghy to determine potential platform levels.

• Implementation of a smart and sustainable community building approach to provide the new cultural setting.

• Interconnected Green Spaces to allow surrounding nature to integrate the site.

Lot 13

Lot 12

The power of fi rst impressions. It is key that the entrance makes the right statements about your business and refl ects the business branding. An entrance way is the fi rst thing clients, customers and staff will see when entering the development so it is important that it makes exactly the right statements about the business.

MODERN ARCHES

Establishing a strong focal point which refl ects the overall design objective not only makes a visual impact but also allows the rest of the design to be simple. It is important in terms of visual appearance, the way we use, interact and communicate with it.

HEALTH CARE THEMED

CLASSIC

ICONIC E.G. TUNISIA

Masterplan Elements PIAZZA AND CAFETERIA

TRANSITION BETWEEN CASUAL SEATING AND EXTERIOR DINING

INTERNAL ROAD INTERNAL ROAD

Piazza means belonging to a society and it means daily life. The piazza is the social heart of the project which meaningfully unites all the other elements. Here, it is designed as an outdoor urban living room that is able to take a historical, social and cultural dimension.

SHADED PIAZZA

DEDICATED MEETING SPACES

MODERN TECHNOLOGY ENABLED

Masterplan Elements AMPHITHEATRE

SUITABLE FOR RELAXING ACTIVITIES SUCH AS: - YOGA

Piazza

An open-air venue designed to be used for entertainment, performances and sport. It can create an intimate, informal atmosphere for gatherings as well as be an amazing stage. It give rise to impromptu picnics to garner a sense of family and community.

GRASS PLATFORMS WITH TERRACES MADE WITH CONCRETE OR STONE LOW RETAINING WALLS

Honey harvest depends on several factors namely abundance of nectar fl ow from melliferous plants, prolifi c queens that produce plenty of worker bees and the use of wax foundation sheets to facilitate the bees. Bees depend on melliferous plants for their pollen and nectar. The table below shows the fl owering periods of the main melliferous plants in Mauritius.

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Preliminary Proposal for AVA Technopark

Preliminary Proposal for AVA Technopark

Native and endemic trees also have to be introduced on the site as they play and important role in creating a living landscape for birds and other animals. Trees like colophane batard, bois d’olive and black ebony are able to survive on rainfall alone and provide habitat, shelter, food for local wildlife which enhances the biodiversity present on the site.

COLOPHANE BATARD

BOIS D’OLIVE

BLACK EBONY

URBAN EQUIPMENT

Masterplan Elements

CONTEMPORARY DESIGN, COMFORTABLE AND MINIMALIST

Polished Powder coated Metal. Exterior wood with natural finish

FGP COLLECTION

SITE RAIL

OUTDOOR BENCH

OUTDOOR BENCH

BIKE RAIL BIN

The uniformity in design and choice of materials across the palette of all elements that constitute the urban equipment is important to create a distinct identity for the development. Natural wood tones and galvanised metal are preferred as they reinforce the design strategy and are easy to source and maintain.

OUTDOOR SEATING

Concrete and Fabric finishes

LIGHTING AND POWER STATIONS

Solar powered solutions

PREFAB CONCRETE TABLES

PARASOLS AND SAIL SHADES

LIGHT BOLLARDS

CONCRETE BENCHES

STREET LIGHTING

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