Construction World August 2015

PROPERTY

‘THE GREEN ON GLENHOVE’ TEES OFF

This new 2 753 m 2 office development’s unique selling points include: a prime location, golf course frontage andmagnif- icent fairway views, excellent access, innovative architectural design which maximises its location and optimum highway exposure. Barrow Properties MD Paul Barrow com- ments; “The Green on Glenhove will be a modern glass building that optimises the superb views and exposure to the Glenhove off ramp from the M1 Barrow Properties is nearing completion of ‘The Green on Glenhove’ a three storey office development situated on Glenhove Road in Melrose. >

from the Glenhove off-ramp and the M1 highway. Dramatic architecture In terms of the design of the building, Architect Justus van der Hoven fromArc Architects says that on entry, visitors will be guided along a curved route, framed by a colonnade and a sheer vertical wall of concrete that leads into the arrival foyer. “The overall experience of the building aims to bring the user in close proximity to nature, with spaces that slowly unfold themselves onto the golf course.” In terms of eco-friendly features, the building's high-tech facade is made up of three glazing layers: a protective double-glazed façade on the outside and a frameless partition glass on the inside. These building skins are separated by a ventilated cavity that cools the building façade by extracting hot air (built up by solar heat gain) out the top of the building. Conceptually this ties in with the building's original design – one of building layers that slide past one another. Looking at the unique aspects of the devel- opment Van der Hoven says; “The brief required positioning the building on the site boundary to maximise views over the golf course, whichmeant having a predominantly east-facing orientation. Fortunately, the design of a performance facade on the eastern side of the building solved this challenge and provides thermal protection to the interior spaces.”

highway. The site is unique in its locality, exposure and user experience. In some ways this building can be seen as the gateway to Rosebank, which is fast becoming a highly desirable location for office users of all sizes.” A manicured outlook Overall, the building is well-positioned on the Killarney Golf Course, overlooking the 10 th green and the 16 th tee and has been designed to maxi- mise the views over the fairways. Occupants will enjoy panoramic views of the golf course from their work place, which gives visual relief, while retaining contact with the exterior and creating an idyllic work setting. Access to the site is off Glenhove Road and visitors will arrive at a double volume atrium that spills onto a terrace overlooking the golf course. A large balcony on the second floor will look south-east over the course, towards the Johan- nesburg city skyline. ‘The Green on Glenhove’ will enjoy easy access to the M1 highway from the Glenhove Road on and off-ramps, which is of great value, given the congestion that plagues the entry and exit points of many commercial developments in Johannesburg. The building will also provide maximum exposure of a tenant’s brand to thousands of motorists. This is due to the fact that signage attached to the building’s roof, will be clearly visible

THE ULTRA-LUXURIOUS SILO HOTEL In 2013, the V&A Waterfront announced its R500-million philanthropic undertaking in the conversion of the historic Grain Silo complex into the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa. More than a year into the ambitious redevelopment of this heritage landmark, an exclusive 5 500 m 2 , 28-key hotel, managed and operated by The Royal Portfolio, has been announced.

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as if gently inflated. By night, this will transform the building into a glowing lantern or beacon in the harbour. The size of the suites range from luxury suites at 41 m 2 with full height 5,5 m glazing to the 120 m 2 double storey family suites, the 132 m 2 royal suites and the penthouse which extends up to 211 m 2 . David Green, CEO of the V&AWaterfront said,“This hotel will offer some- thing rather unique by virtue of its size and incredibly special location. We believe The Royal Portfolio is the operator that will deliver an exceptional guest experience and run the hotel to the highest, luxury boutique standard.” In an independent economic impact assessment commissioned in 2012 and updated in 2014, findings indicated that future developments at the V&AWaterfront would contribute R223,7-billion to the nominal GDP by 2027, over and above the R259,1-billion contribution of the past 12 years. In addition to the contribution to GDP, development at the V&A Waterfront is responsible for impressive direct and indirect job creation. At its peak, the Silo District development, at a cost of R1,5-billion, will have 2 000 workers onsite. Green concluded, “Development at the V&A Waterfront is important in not only ensuring the destination remains relevant and fulfils market needs, but also in the economic stimulus it provides.”

The Silo is an exclusive hotel in all aspects, including its special location atop the Museumwith 360 degreemountain and sea views. Renowned industrial designer Thomas Heatherwick of Heatherwick Studio, London is the architect for the reimagining of the Grain Silo complex, which combines both the museum and the hotel above it. From the outside, the greatest visible change to the Grain Silo’s monu- mental structure will be the addition of pillowed glazing panels, inserted into the existing geometry of the upper floors, which will bulge outward >

CONSTRUCTION WORLD AUGUST 2015