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Red seats in an informally grouped cluster add a splash of bright colour to Tufted Aristida junciformis drapes over this wall, softening its appearance
the mainly monochrome building

SmartStone has worked with creative architects Two Buddleja saligna trees frame the staircase leading to the building The landscaped podium around Building B
across South Africa on various projects to help Sustainable building
Solid Green Consulting was appointed as
them bring their desired visions to life. the sustainable building consultant for
the project and provided the following
Having had the privilege of working with Nsika products were also used to edge off the staircases information with regard to sustainable
Architecture & Designs on the premium Irene Link around the precinct. These copings are available building features:
• 100% of the lighting used in the building
lifestyle development, SmartStone’s Cosmopolitan in various shapes and sizes to match the desired is LED, the most efficient option;
Cobble added a smooth, yet complementary touch to application and surrounding pavers or tiles. • sub-metering of major water and
the urban design. energy consuming systems has been
This award winning innovation is possible due to installed;
SmartStone’s Cosmopolitan Cobbles were specifically SmartStone’s ability to make moulds and patterns in- • motion sensors have been installed
developed to install in combination with dry-cast house. to lighting in basements, lobbies and
paving in commercial applications. Furthermore, bathrooms;
their sizing integrates seamlessly with most standard For a one-on-one professional service, custom- • a thermal energy storage system has
pavers. concrete solutions and handcrafted finishes, consult been installed, reducing the building’s
SmartStone on your next project and attain new peak energy demand;
SmartStone’s natural slate textured Estcourt Coping heights while bringing your vision to life. • a display of energy, water and Paving in front of the main entrance is a combination of charcoal cobbles and granite pavers. Spazio
the building’s Green Star rating Gris tiles with a rougher, more textured external finish match the internal ones, which are smoother.
achievement is positioned within the
main reception, enabling all users to see
how the building is performing;
• the accessibly placed staircase was Small, detailed design
designed to encourage walking, instead Laker says he is in favour of small, detailed to the architecture, always taking the user
Contact: of using the lifts; and designs which nevertheless require the experience into account. It’s like fitting the
086 176 2781 • sanitary fittings have been selected same amount of thought and care as larger pieces of a puzzle together,” he explains.
info@smartstone.co.za to ensure that water consumption is projects. “My approach towards landscape Photos by Tiaan Laker
design is to provide context and flavour
minimised.
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