Lighting in Design Q3 2019

tion workforce of South Africa. We have created an inclusive space that will encourage innovation, foster learning and inspire organisations to achieve more,” Patel says.The project has officially submit- ted its documentation for a five Green Star rating from the Green Building Council of South Africa. Genstar Lighting was requested to produce LED lighting solutions, for two specific areas, base- ment parking lighting and peripheral downlighters for office use. “The selected LED downlights was the Robus 9 W LED Taylor, equipped with a CCT3 selectable internal switch,” notes Genstar Lighting’s Darryl Greer. “This allowed the client to vary the colour selection from 3000 K through to 6500 K, depending on the area of installation, for example, 4000 K was used in the general areas.” For the park- ing lighting, the main criteria were to offer energy efficiency, as well as ease of maintenance.

natural light, so it was just a matter of determining where this infiltrated to the required level,” Trend Group Technical Designer Nicola Bridge explains. Passive infrared sensors control the lighting, switching on and off automatically whenever there are occupants in an area. Automatic blinds were installed on the ground floor, front-of-house, and canteen areas, with man- ual blinds on the upper levels. “We collaborated closely with RWPTaemane as the lighting engineer. We designed the lighting intent, and they took it onboard to make it compliant and energy-sufficient; ensuring it meets all the local requirements and building standards. “It all links back to comfort, and ensuring people are comfortable within the workspace, without suffering eye strain or being over-stimulated as a result of the lighting,” Bridge highlights. “Digital transformation is on the rise in South Africa and with an unmatched portfolio of solutions and sup- port infrastructure, Oracle is poised to lead the country’s digital revolution,” says Niral Patel, MD and technology leader at Oracle South Africa. “The new office facility in Johannesburg is our latest investment and solid evidence of our commitment to South Africa. It is an investment in the future of our customers, employees and the next genera-

PROJECTTEAM Developers: Zenprop Project management: Hart Property Development & Profica Main contractor: Archstone Interior designers: Trend Group

Electrical consultants: RWP Electrical contractors: WAM

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