African Hydropower Project receives 2017 Award for Architecture

The Stortemelk Hydropower Project recently received the 2017 Award for Architecture from the South African Institute of Architects for the Free State Region.
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The new Discovery global headquarters is the largest new build project to receive a 5-Star Green Star SA rating to date
14 November 2017 - The iconic new 112 000-m2 Discovery global headquarters in Sandton, Gauteng recently received a 5-Star Green Star SA rating by the Green Building Council South Africa (GBCSA), making it the largest new build project to receive this rating, to date.
Global engineering and infrastructure advisory company Aurecon is responsible for overseeing the delivery of the developers’ and Discovery’s green intent for the building. The company tapped into its diverse range of expertise to demonstrate leadership, innovation and transformation in achieving the project’s sustainability goals.
“Receiving a GBCSA 5-Star certification for the largest Green Star certified new building, to date, in South Africa is a significant achievement. The size of the building, coupled with the way that employee well-being and health was placed at the heart of all the design principles, makes this a landmark project,” says Martin Smith, Aurecon Technical Director - Buildings.
In a property industry event
Situated on the corner of Rivonia Road and Katherine Street, the building is comprised of three linked office towers: a ground floor, eight office floors and an activated roof level with sports facilities. The design features an abundance of natural light with most of the building being wrapped around a series of sunlit atria that illuminate the cores of the building.
From its design to construction and operation, sustainable development has been a key priority for the developers and the tenant. Some of the green features of the building include optimally
“It’s a remarkable space for people; there’s a fully equipped gym, yoga decks, a running track and multipurpose courts set in the indigenously landscaped roof. These facilities encourage an active lifestyle. An expansive ground floor includes staff restaurants and coffee shops, while office spaces were designed for activity-based working and enhanced staff collaboration,” says Raytcheva-Schaap.
The vision for the Discovery building extends beyond providing IEQ (Indoor
“The new Discovery head office is now among the most environmentally sustainable and efficient buildings in South Africa. Green building plays a key role in providing
“Our collaboration with Growthpoint over the years has helped us re-imagine what can be achieved when sustainability, wellness and community are the golden thread throughout each design decision. It’s been a privilege to be involved in the project and I would like to congratulate Growthpoint, Zenprop and Discovery on creating such an iconic green precinct in the heart of Gauteng’s economic hub,” concludes Smith.
The Stortemelk Hydropower Project recently received the 2017 Award for Architecture from the South African Institute of Architects for the Free State Region.
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