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This 70-storey, mixed-use tower was designed for Central District, a new
financial, residential, and cultural hub that has emerged due to Kuala Lumpurs
growing position in the global economy. Following the agenda of the district, One IFC
combines office, hotel, and residential programs in one tower, with each program
A base dimension representing a large office plate establishes the footprint, while
narrow hotel and residential volumes are stacked above. These vertically stacked
housing units rotate to create alternating internal and external voids, allowing natural
temperature, humidity, and wind velocities make this a viable and effective strategy.
Perforated shear walls make up the perimeter, providing lateral structural support
for the alternating voids. The tower's architectural expression represents a holistic
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Figure 3.0 Zifeng Tower
Source: www.ctbuh.org
Nanchang is known for its scenery and cultural landmarks. As the city becomes
increasingly industrialized, SOM has been hired to design iconic buildings for the
mixed-use complex comprising of several buildings resting on two sites, parcels A1 and
A2. Parcel A1 contains a podium connecting two towers. The taller 450m (1,476ft) tower
consists of offices and hotels, and the 100m (328ft) tower contains purely office space.
The shape and placement of the buildings are designed to echo the geometry of the
existing roads and maximize exterior views of the city. The buildings composition
maintains the eastwest viewing corridors along East Beijing Road and provides a visual
Landscaping is a significant part of the complex as the buildings are set back
from the street with several large landscaped, public open spaces. South of parcel A1, is
a sunken garden that will connect to the future subway. There is also a roof garden at
the top of the podium in parcel A1 to reduce the heat island effect. In addition to the
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ground level and podium garden spaces, the design incorporates sky gardens that wind
their way up the faade, bringing the green all the way up the tower.
As one of the tallest structures in the world to date (ranked as the sixth tallest
building in the world at the time of its completion by the CTBUH) and being constructed
were utilized in order to obtain seismic review approval for the main tower. The critical
parts of the lateral system were designed for earthquake forces between two and six
times more than typically required by Chinese code. Additionally, a full 3-Dimensional
creep and shrinkage analysis was also performed to evaluate the long-term load sharing
between the central core and the perimeter of the Tower through the outrigger truss
system.
The tower features a unique faade system, rather than a typical flush-glass
curtain wall system; it is composed of offset modular panels that protrude in plan to
create a distinctive texture to the buildings elevations. Each curtain wall unit is a triangle
in plan and shifts a half module between each two floors. It creates a scaled effect and
has a very unique visual appeal in catching the light and reflections of the city. The small
edge of the triangle unit is a fixed perforated metal panel with a hidden operable panel
behind it for natural ventilation and smoke exhaust. This will help to reduce mechanical
ventilation energy usage during some transitional seasons. The long edge of each
triangle unit consists of a high performance insulated low-E glass panel, to help to cut
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The office tower is served by floor-by-floor, variable volume, supply air handling
units with variable speed drive. Four pipe fan coil units are provided for hotel guest
rooms. Gas fired steam boilers and chillers, and associated water pumps are located on
the first basement level. Gas service is brought into the building for the boilers and for
kitchens. The fire protection system for the building consists of a zoned combination
automatic sprinkler and standpipe system in accordance with regulatory requirements for
The office tower is served by two banks of seven elevators, one bank for the low-
rise office levels, and one for the high-rise office levels. Two service elevators are
designated as fire elevators and serve all floors of the office tower (three separate
service elevators will serve all floors of the hotel). The hotel portion of the main tower
will be served by three express passenger elevators from the ground floor entrance
lobby to the level 36 sky lobby, where five local passenger lifts will take guests up to the
along the Pearl River. Sited within a new commercial district, the complex consists of two
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office towers; each coupled with a podium that houses exhibition and retail space and a
The energy-efficient towers are defined by their expressed structure and offset
cores. The north-facing facades feature floor-to-ceiling glass, while on the south, an
exposed structural framework serves as a shading device. The buildings further achieve
Because the Pearl River Delta has always been a dynamic nexus of trade in
China, views of the water were essential to the design of the complex. Thanks to
innovative structural spines and double-lattice braces, the offset cores are light and
with local vegetation and organized around water elements, occupies the central space
between the towers. Composed of two striking white towers with offset cores, Poly Real
Estate Headquarters is an office and retail development located in Chinas Pearl River
Delta. The towers design and engineering intelligently respond to the local climate, in
Each tower features lateral X-bracing on the south faade that not only provides
structural support, but also shields the interiors from direct sunlight. On the north, the
towers are defined by floor-to-ceiling glass shaded by vertical fins. The structural frame
construction costs, as it required 15 percent less steel than a standard structural frame.
Inside the towers, slender 15-meter floor plates allow daylight to bathe the
column-free space, decreasing the need for artificial lighting. Under-floor systems take
advantage of natural convection to supply fresh air. Halfway up both towers, a three-
story terrace serves as a wind-relieving portal, reducing loads by allowing wind to pass
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Figure 5.0 Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden
Source: en.wikipedia.org
garden and nature preserve located on the 4 mile scenic route off of Route 19 at 27-717
Old Mmalahoa Highway, Ppa'ikou, Hawaii (island), Hawaii. It is open daily except
Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. An admission fee is charged to the
general public, those with a military I.D. are admitted free of charge.
The garden is located in a scenic valley opening out to Onomea Bay, and
features streams, waterfalls and a boardwalk along the ocean. It was created by Dan J.
botanical garden. It opened to the public in 1984, and was donated by the Lutkenhouses
Today the garden contains over 2,000 plant species, representing more than
125 families and 750 genera, with good collections of palms (nearly
200 species), heliconias (more than 80 species), and bromeliads (more than
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80 species). Some of the garden's mango and coconut palm trees are over 100 years
old.
The building stands on an 8,285 sq.m. property. The site is easily accessible from
all directions and is pedestrian-friendly. The building gains its identity from the ceramic
frit pattern of the glass curtain wall. Inspired by bamboo and flowing water, the distinctive
all-glass facade lends reference to vernacular and organic motifs and serves to
supplement the shading capabilities of the building envelope. The large double-paned
glass panels with low emissivity (Low-E) coating minimize solar heat gain and energy
SOM recently shared with us their new tower located in Manilas Makati Central
Business District that has been shortlisted for a 2012 MIPIM Asia award. Rising 33
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stories to height of 160 meters, the Zuellig Building is the first premium office tower in
the Philippines to be erected since 2000. It is also the first building in Makati that has
been pre-certified by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) at the LEED Gold level,
and is expected to achieve LEED Platinum certification by September 2013. More details
Housing nearly 65,000 square meters of Class-A office space and 2000 square
meters of retail space, the highly desirable location at its prominent intersection is
intended to accommodate future development. The overall form of the building was
derived from the geometry of the site that is bound by Makati Avenue and Paseo de
Roxas. The fan-shaped floor plates taper towards the southern face which allows the
buildings facades to be set orthogonally to the east and west property lines while also
Each floor plate offers between 1,870 and 1,945 square meters of leasable office
space per floor with a column-free layout that provides maximum efficiency and flexibility.
A raised floor system at all levels allows modular office layout modifications and conduits
open-air terrace on the 30th floor provides outdoor gathering space for tenants and
visitors. A low-rise pavilion attached to the tower houses two street-level retail lots, a
food court, and an executive lounge containing a restaurant and meeting rooms. Open
air terraces provide views to the Ayala Triangle Park and Urdaneta Village. The
signature curtain wall glazing system employed utilizes a ceramic frit pattern for its
distinctive exterior aesthetic. The dual pane low-e glazing in conjunction with the fritting
ensures minimal solar gain and energy loss whilst simultaneously flooding 90% of the
interior office space with natural daylight. The integral frit pattern takes inspiration from
local organic motifs while reinforcing the vertical aspect of the tower. A smart building
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control system that utilizes sensor controlled lighting systems in combination with
efficient HVAC systems has helped to reduce the buildings overall energy consumption
by 15% when compared to conventional office towers. Grey water recycling and
rainwater collection are projected to save nearly 29 million liters of water annually.
The Magnolia Town Center received a 5-star commendation for Best Mixed-Use
Development in the Philippines at the 2013 International Property Awards for Asia Pacific
held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia last May 9 to 10, 2013. The development is a 5-hectare
property comprised of the Robinsons Magnolia Mall and The Magnolia Residences in
New Manila, Quezon City. Both the mall and 4-tower residential Condominium
development have received outstanding feedback from the market from the time they
were launched. The Magnolia Town Center was successful in introducing a new
component within the New Manila neighborhood while still preserving memories from the
cherished Magnolia Ice Cream House that used to stand on the same property.
The International Property Awards were established 1995 in the United Kingdom
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to recognize the highest levels of achievement by companies operating in all sectors of
the property and real estate industry. An International Property Award is a premier and
In 2008, the regional Property Awards were established in Asia Pacific, America,
and Europe to recognize and reward companies who excel in their field. Entries to the
International Property Awards undergo the review and scrutiny of a panel of expert
judges from all over the world, covering the whole range of property disciplines.
of a residential area and a mall. Now you can enjoy all the conveniences of an urban
For this five-hectare development, Robinsons Land chose a master plan that
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2301 Civic Place is a 12-Storey Commercial/ Office Condominium designed with
small office units that have the convenience of residential units like individual toilets and
bathrooms and provision for pantry. The ground floor is provided for commercial/retail
outlet and the four podiums are committed for parking and seven levels are used as
flexible office studios. Aside from the units the architectural and interiors of the place was
designed to provide a supple efficient workplace that goes beyond traditional office
spaces.
2301 Civic Place is located at the heart of Filinvest Corporate City, Southern
Metro Manilas premier satellite city. It is at the center of culture and commerce, fronting
the citys main commercial hub. It is the most coveted area that enjoys the highest
property appreciation.
Amenities facilities of the 2301 Civic place includes the 24/7 security center in the
area, the passenger elevator/service provides a convenient mobility for the residents, the
integrated multi-level parking spaces provides the residents the security and protection
of their cars, the connection of the internet is not a problem because there is a provision
for the cable, television and internet connection, the standby generators are on their
selected places, there is also an individual pigeon holes for the snail mail, water
shortage is not a problem because the underground and overhead water storage tanks
is always available for the residents in the building. Other amenities and facilities can be
found on the building send they can use and enjoy. Civic Place also gives a ready
market to base with government and private establishments and transport terminal within
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Figure 9.0 HIDDEN GARDEN
Source: www.hiddengardenvigan.com.ph
Vigan brings images of antiquated houses, cobbled narrow streets, calessas and
friendly faces peering out of large windows, a place where "time stood still". A living
museum as they say. Yet despite of all the romantic images this place provokes, much is
No one would anticipate that a beautiful garden is located at the heart of Vigan
More than the beautiful garden and superb potteries, HIDDEN GARDEN of
They not only look very attractive and create a more pleasant environment for the
visitors but also act as natural filters. This is what makes HIDDEN GARDEN of VIGAN
special.
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As we have seen post modem mixed-use contradicts with Corbusian or post
corbusian zoning in urban planning. The world to a certain extent will still continue to
need heavy industry that is polluting- chemically, acoustically, visually etc.-, large in scale
and generating traffic of a heavy nature. Yet, with increasing efficiency of industry -e.g. -
in the age of electronics with manufacturing being made small and clean -increased
- Literally over the shop -and the increased possibility of integrating manufacturing within
2. Increased use of the home as an office as well as pooling of resources to run offices
a. Increased reliance of the home for living and work -main s. the home is
homes.
b. If the home is going to be increasingly used as the work place as well
In high rise buildings. The primacy of socio-cultural factors can also be seen
clearly. We can trace historically back to the work of gothic renaissance etc. The recent
tendency in the United States to design housing estates and new towns around
other hand, stricter guidelines will also mean out pricing the urban product or significant
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reduction in affordability. The urban form of Hong Kong is a result strongly of the
restrictive land policy, natural topography, high PAR, resulting in limiting of the urban
sprawl to the centers out of the transportation or industrial hub. As discussed, the
unsatisfactory quality though other advantages are gained by high rise vertical mixed
Hyderabad, the city of architecture & pearls, now boasts of one of the greenest
buildings in the world. CII - Sohrabji Godrej Green Business Centre (CII Godrej GBC),
cozily nestled close to Shilparamam, is the first LEED Platinum rated green building in
India. The building is a perfect blend of Indias rich architectural splendor and
orient the building in such a way that minimizes the heat ingress while allowing natural
and environment friendly features, including solar PV systems, indoor air quality
monitoring, a high efficiency HVAC system, a passive cooling system using wind towers,
high performance glass, aesthetic roof gardens, rain water harvesting, root zone
treatment system, etc. The extensive landscape is also home to varieties of trees, most
of which are native and adaptive to local climatic conditions. The green building boasts a
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and usage of 80% of recycled / recyclable material. Most importantly, the building has
enabled the widespread green building movement in India. Green features and
Systems (BMS) were installed for real-time monitoring of energy consumption. The use
of aerated concrete blocks for facades reduces the load on air-conditioning by 15-20%.
Double-glazed units with argon gas filling between the glass panes enhance the
thermal properties. Zero Water Discharge Building All of the wastewater, including grey
and black water, generated in the building is treated biologically through a process called
the Root Zone Treatment System. The outlet-treated water meets the Central Pollution
Control Board (CPCB) norms. The treated water is used for landscaping Minimum
Disturbance to the Site The building design was conceived to have minimum disturbance
to the surrounding ecological environment. The disturbance to the site was limited within
40 feet from the building footprint during the construction phase. This has preserved the
majority of the existing flora and fauna and natural microbiological organism around the
erosion have also been taken at the site during construction. Materials and Resources
80% of the materials used in the building are sourced within 500 miles from the project
site. Most of the construction material also uses post-consumer and industrial waste as a
raw material during the manufacturing process. Fly-ash based bricks, glass, aluminum,
and ceramic tiles, which contain consumer and industrial waste, are used in constructing
the building to encourage the usage of recycled content. Office furniture is made of
bagasse based composite wood. More than 50% of the construction waste is recycled
within the building or sent to other sites and diverted from landfills. Renewable Energy
20% of the building energy requirements are catered to by solar photovoltaics. The solar
PV has an installed capacity of 23.5 kW. Indoor Air Quality Indoor air quality is
continuously monitored and a minimum fresh air is pumped into the conditioned spaces
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at all times. Fresh air is also drawn into the building through wind towers. The use of low
volatile organic compound (VOC) paints and coatings, adhesives, sealants, and carpets
also helps to improve indoor air quality. Other Notable Green Features
Secondary chilled water pumps installed with variable frequency drives (VFDs)
(CFLs)
Operable windows and lighting controls for better day lighting and views
Shaded carpark Cost and Benefits This was the first green building in the
country. Hence, the incremental cost was 18% higher. However, green buildings coming
up now are being delivered at an incremental cost of 6-8%. The initial incremental cost
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100%-day lighting (Artificial lights are switched on just before dusk)
The design for the Tianjin Chow Tai Fook Binhai Centre uses undulating curves
expression on the skyline. The 530-meter-tall skyscraper will house offices, 300 service
apartments, and a five-star, 350-room hotel. The tower will be a striking new landmark in
Tianjin.
The gently curving glass skin conceals eight sloping columns that lie behind the
primary bends of the elevation and increase the structures stiffness in response to
seismic concerns. Strategically placed, multistory wind vents combined with the tower's
aerodynamic shape reduce vortex shedding, which in turn dramatically minimizes wind
forces.
green landscaping.
100,000m. Grand Hyatt hotel with a high-end residential and office tower adopts Arup
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Located in the Business District of Taguig city in the Philippines, the Grand Hyatt
Metrocenter will be the tallest and biggest mixed use building in the
country. Arup is providing structural, wind and seismic engineering services for the
building.
The building employs Arup's Damped Outrigger System which reduces wind or
absorbers in a car. The concrete outrigger walls are built into the Hyatt's two mechanical
floors in order to optimize structural size and leave more space for aesthetic design.
concrete and reinforcement steel which greatly reduces material and construction costs.
Arup's damper system also saved the client costs during the operational period,
as our dampers do not require a power supply, unlike conventional dampers which
require a motor with ultra-reliable backup power supplies. Additionally, Arup's dampers
Tapering as it rises to a height of 137 meters; the Curve Tower will be a striking
new landmark for greater Manila and beacon of the growing Fort Bonifacio business
district. The 32-story tower demands attention for its bold expression, in which taut and
textured curtain walls unify street front retail, five levels of above-grade parking, and
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Users enter the Curve through a sophisticated lobby, which opens dramatically to
the capital city on three sides, or via a covered arcade that offers through-block, shaded
access to the lobby and adjacent shops. Parking entrance ramps are organized to
optimize retail and lobby experiences, and above-grade parking is concealed from public
90.1-2007 by 18 percent. Such measures include low-iron insulated glazing units and
rain harvesting. The building will also offer several amenities to encourage alternative
means of transportation, including secure bicycle storage area with showers and
Imagined as the new jewel of the Fort Bonifacio Business District, located
southeast of Manila's city center, ArthaLand Century Pacific Tower will serve as the
benchmark for commercial development in the area. At 31 stories, the building provides
21 floors of office space, including two tall executive floors, a large public lobby, a public
cafeteria, and a multilevel parking facility that extends above and below ground. The
tower also features a rooftop garden terrace, offering panoramic views of Fort Bonifacio.
ultra-clear glass on three sides, while a marble floor and walnut wood ceiling add texture
and warmth to the interior. The uniquely detailed facade system of overlapping glass
conceals the podium-level parking facility and gradually changes in appearance with the
building's height. The design provides optimal solar control, allowing for additional
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shading to the south and west. The project incorporates additional technologies
low-e coating and frit pattern allow for a reduction in both lighting and cooling costs.
Rainwater collection and low-flow fixtures also contribute to the buildings LEED Gold
status and BERDE certification (a green building rating system in the Philippines).
The office space provides maximum efficiency and flexibility, allowing for multiple
types of occupancy. The core is situated at the building's rear, which opens up the office
floors to maximum sunlight and uninterrupted 270-degree views. The project also
spots for energy-efficient vehicles, integrated bicycle storage, and access to public
2.5 Synthesis
A well designed mixed-use development of more than one building also tends
itself to place making, the art of creating a real sense of place specific to a site or
community. It was given a boost by the emergence of the broader concept of urbanism.
The related literature and studies share valuable theories, concepts and trends
that serve a big help to the researchers in designing the flow of the study. The point of
view of the authors and writers were seemingly reflecting that of researchers. The
literature also helps the researchers develop deeper insights regarding emergency
response to disaster and its relation to the knowledge of the respondents. The ideas
brought about by different authors and writers supplemented the data in this study to
further enhance its contents. In addition, the related literature and studies gave the
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The mixed-use tower for central district of Kuala Lumpur is comparable to the
study as they are similar that the project introduces holistic approach to merging
environments and structural consideration. They are both composed of office, hotel and
residential programs.
Zifeng Tower is a potential new landmark and doesnt stream roll older parts of
the location. The building makes visual, physical and mental connections with the city.
By connecting the tower to the landscape and thus incorporating it to the city, the project
provides a landmark with a thoughtful attention detail. Relating it to the study, this
development will be the best example in incorporating nature and connecting the global
city.
PREH and the study are both energy efficient and achieve sustainability through natural
ventilation, floor by floor mechanical systems, under floor air distribution, shaded outdoor
Like the New York Botanical Garden, the study will also represent the different
families and various genera of the plants. It will showcase the native plants in North
Building and the study. Unlike Zuellig which is intended for office purpose only, the study
The Magnolia Town Center received a 5-star commendation for best mixed-use
integrated and ecologically sound environment aimed at creating a better quality of life
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The composition of the Civic place and the study are common in some spaces it
would help the study a lot in terms of consideration and how to handle marketing
Hidden Garden in Vigan will take part in the conceptual frameworks of botanical
garden in the study as they are both intended to attract and create a more pleasant
The study of the Grand Hyatt Metrocenter composed of residential and office is
similar as the topic of the research. Even the botanical garden is not present on GHM
study.
Curve Tower and the study incorporates both active sustainability technologies
Arthaland Century Pacific study on the other hand relates to its design efficiency
and flexibility. The technology included on the study reflects the researchers vision for
the proposal.
same area creates activity and vitality via increased foot traffic, not just during the day,
but also in the evenings. Office and retail spaces draw visitors during the day, while
The related studies are useful tools in conceptualizing and analyzing the proposed
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