Architect and Builder Magazine South Africa March/April 2014 | Page 50

The new building is
designed to Green Building
Council of South Africa
(GBCSA) 4-Star Green
Star rating specifications

stimulating working environment that reduces
building utility costs by using sustainable
alternatives, to the benefit of occupants.”
Environmental control is by means of a fan
coil air-conditioning plant which contributes
to the smoke venting strategy. LED lighting to
common areas, infra-red motion controlled
lighting on the parking levels and air source

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heat pumps for all water heating requirements
further assist in reducing the building’s energy
demands. The building is kept bright with
daylight harvesting and daylight sensors. Lifts
are equipped with regenerative breaking and
solar powered lighting. Water saving features
include waterless urinals, infra-red motion
controlled taps and dual flush WC Cisterns.

44 on Grand Central