The proposed project is to have a visually engaging, welcoming façade that will be iconic and memorable for building users that also provides sun-shading and a security function. Materiality overall is conceived as being simple to construct, using standardized components and durable finishes. The façade will make use of local fabrication capability.

A simple steel frame that is capable of long spans to minimize column placement in the retail areas is proposed. Concrete slabs are proposed for the ground and first floors.

The first floor is occupied by offices, a rental tenancy, and a possible restaurant/bar facility. The bar is shown with an outdoor veranda area that would overlook the secure walkway and entry below.

A robust ground level is proposed that is first established with perimeter fences and only 2 areas for entry into the site: one for vehicles and one for pedestrians. The ground floor walls would be in masonry, with a large degree of glazed openings to engage customers to the retail areas. Covered parking is proposed. A separate point of entry off the carpark takes users up to the first floor. A footpath is between the façade screen and the ground floor walls, forming a shaded and secure path from the carpark to the proposed tenancies below.

On the drawing board.

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