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In 2010, Bam Architects established a relationship with the critical Tygervalley business node that has since triggered ongoing commissions that began with a Virgin Active upgrade some 14-odd years ago.   Since then, we’ve designed the Glacier building, re-imaged 78 on Edward, designed The Edge, and embraced Santam’s head office refurb.   In approaching all our work, we proudly honour many touch-points beyond the apparent design integrity, function, and aesthetic consideration. Beyond the design of each building, we also have to consider the urban design fabric of the precinct.   By way of example, Glacier challenged us due to the site’s harsh topography. As to The Edge, we intended to form an urban wall that now defines the Tygervalley Waterfront and Carl Cronje Corridor. The latter’s eventual well-articulated and active street edge is complemented by landscaping and bespoke Eco-friendly initiatives that awarded the building a 5-Star Green Building Council Certification.   Appreciating each building from the inside is one thing, but equally important to us is that it is responsive on a human scale, where the pedestrian and passing traffic experience builds context and supports the broader precinct’s appeal and relevance.   In this ongoing journey, we have designed well over 35,000 m2 of office space in the node that has attracted anchor tenants of the calibre of Pioneer Foods, Mercantile Bank, PSG, The HEINEKEN Company, Capitec, Santam Insurance and Sanlam.   Our responsibility is to support and help shape a thriving precinct, block-by-block, and well into the future, long after the construction dust has settled. #UrbanLandscapes #BusinessPrecinct #Architecture #UrbanDesign #GreenBuilding #SustainableDesign #CommercialArchitecture #UrbanDevelopment #ArchitecturalDesign #DesignIntegrity #GreenCertification #EcoFriendlyDesign #PedestrianExperience #QualityTenants #BuildingDesign #UrbanWall #LandscapeArchitecture #DesignInnovation #BuildingRefurbishment #RealEstateDevelopment

In 2010, Bam Architects established a relationship with the critical Tygervalley business node that has since triggered ongoing commissions that began with a Virgin Active upgrade some 14-odd years ago.   Since then, we’ve designed the Glacier building, re-imaged 78 on Edward, designed The Edge, and embraced Santam’s head office refurb.   In approaching all our work, we proudly honour many touch-points beyond the apparent design integrity, function, and aesthetic consideration. Beyond the design of each building, we also have to consider the urban design fabric of the precinct.   By way of example, Glacier challenged us due to the site’s harsh topography. As to The Edge, we intended to form an urban wall that now defines the Tygervalley Waterfront and Carl Cronje Corridor. The latter’s eventual well-articulated and active street edge is complemented by landscaping and bespoke Eco-friendly initiatives that awarded the building a 5-Star Green Building Council Certification.   Appreciating each building from the inside is one thing, but equally important to us is that it is responsive on a human scale, where the pedestrian and passing traffic experience builds context and supports the broader precinct’s appeal and relevance.   In this ongoing journey, we have designed well over 35,000 m2 of office space in the node that has attracted anchor tenants of the calibre of Pioneer Foods, Mercantile Bank, PSG, The HEINEKEN Company, Capitec, Santam Insurance and Sanlam.   Our responsibility is to support and help shape a thriving precinct, block-by-block, and well into the future, long after the construction dust has settled. #UrbanLandscapes #BusinessPrecinct #Architecture #UrbanDesign #GreenBuilding #SustainableDesign #CommercialArchitecture #UrbanDevelopment #ArchitecturalDesign #DesignIntegrity #GreenCertification #EcoFriendlyDesign #PedestrianExperience #QualityTenants #BuildingDesign #UrbanWall #LandscapeArchitecture #DesignInnovation #BuildingRefurbishment #RealEstateDevelopment

The oldest buildings are the most sustainable buildings, and a very satisfying part of our work is being able to give an old building a new purpose and lease of life. Especially when it’s a distinctive brutalist building like this one in Sheffield city centre. Sheffield is known for its brutalist landmark buildings, such as Park Hill, the Moorfoot building, and the Moore Street electricity substation. Division House, the former Westfield offices on Division Street, is not as well-known, but it is a little brutalist gem. Working on behalf of our client MCR, we converted this building from offices into 39 residential apartments whilst retaining the ground-floor retail units on this popular city centre street. The things I particularly like about this scheme are: 🏘️ More new homes in the city centre 💰Local businesses occupy ground-floor spaces, supporting local commerce and activating the street. 🏢 Sheffield is known for its brutalist architecture, so the retention of this building contributes to local identity and distinctiveness. ✅ Breathe new life into a building whose former use had become obsolete, securing its future for many decades to come. 🏬 A good example of mixed use ‘gentle density, buildings ranging between 3-7 storeys. ♻️ Reusing the existing structure was a more sustainable alternative to demolition and the construction of a new building on the site. Division House is a project that can help bring new life into urban centres, and it is a classic example of our work.

Metropolis - An architectural icon, remastered for the future of work 💡 #Metropolis is an impressive 174,000sqft redevelopment which utilises a hybrid #timber and #steel solution to extend an iconic London landmark into new sustainable commercial space. Featuring an in-house café, gym, best-in-class cycle facilities, rooftop gardens and lounge, and private landscaped terraces to every floor, Metropolis is set to become ‘the healthiest, most productive working environment the UK has ever seen’. The redevelopment at 242 Marylebone Road, London, will extend the iconic landmark - previously the headquarters of Woolworths - and increase the existing building’s gross area by nearly double. B&K Structures have successfully delivered 1500m3 of cross laminated timber floor and roof decks and 500 tonnes of structural steelwork for the extension works. Utilising the benefits of a hybrid cross laminated timber and structural steelwork system to sequester over 1,113 tonnes of carbon from the atmosphere, Metropolis exemplifies BKS’ expertise in hybrid construction and will set new benchmarks in sustainability and refurbishment. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eHu6vvNf www.bkstructures.co.uk | 01773 8534000 | sales@bkstructures.co.uk General Projects Heyne Tillett Steel Allford Hall Monaghan Morris #construction #sustainablebuilding #sustainability #sustainableconstruction #timberconstruction #masstimber #engineeredtimber #offsitesolutions #netzero #carbon #jobs #buildingdesign #builtenvironment #timber #masstimberconstruction #zerocarbonfuture #timberbuilding #masswoodbuilding #engineeredtimber #offsiteconstruction #timberconstruction #construction #sustainable #building

Thank you to the British Council for Offices and to everyone who joined us for the ‘Talk & Tour’ of the Design District, Greenwich this week. Associate Gioele Nunziatini and the Design District’s Alex Howard shared insights from their own involvement in the project, before leading a tour around a variety of the buildings that make up the vibrant workspace community. The Design District London was a finalist in the 2024 BCO Awards and is a central feature of Knight Dragon’s masterplan for the Greenwich Peninsula. The project supports new generations of workers and new ways of working, inspired by the very fabric of its 16 unique buildings and their inter-relationships. #engineers #structuralengineering #geotechnicalengineering #events #networking #bco #sitevisit #tours #designdistrict #bcomembers #bcoevents #talk #buildingtour #knowledgeshare #greenwich #london #whitbywood

Confidence in Melbourne's fringe commercial office market continues to grow, with our design for Golden Age Group's latest Box Hill commercial strata office tower undergoing planning amendment to increase its scale.     Following our appointment to the project, we have worked closely with Golden Age Group to add an additional level, bringing the building to a total of 15 storeys. The application, currently with the Victorian Department of Transport and Planning for approval, will see 15,495 square metres of floor space dedicated to retail components, strata office tenancies, basement car parking, bike storage and end-of-trip facilities.     Read more about the plans via the below The Urban Developer article by Marisa Wikramanayake.     https://lnkd.in/gHJyti9Y Webber Design Pty Ltd | WRAP Consulting Engineering    #GrayPuksand #GoldenAgeGroup #TheUrbanDeveloper #CommercialDesign #Architecture

Exciting news in London's construction scene! 🏗️🌆 Multiplex has secured a landmark project: the construction of 50 Fenchurch Street. This isn't just another skyscraper - it's a glimpse into the future of sustainable urban development. Key highlights: 1. Low carbon design 💚 2. 62,000+ sq m of flexible office space 3. 150m tall with innovative vertical landscaping 4. Incorporates two listed buildings This project showcases how we can blend heritage preservation with cutting-edge sustainable design. The vertical greenery is particularly intriguing - a step towards greener cityscapes. Kudos to AXA Investment Managers for backing this vision, and to Eric Parry Architects for the inspiring design. Projects like these push our industry forward. They challenge us to think creatively about sustainability, urban space utilization, and the integration of nature into our built environment. What are your thoughts on this development? How do you see projects like these shaping the future of our cities? #SustainableConstruction #UrbanDevelopment #LondonArchitecture #GreenBuilding Original post credit: London Build Expo

Some interesting insights into the direction of travel for occupier wants and needs.

GURNER™ Group Commences Works on $3.75B Jam Factory Redevelopment In an exciting milestone for urban regeneration and the revival of Melbourne’s beloved Chapel Street precinct, GURNER™ Group has officially commenced demolition works at its landmark Jam Factory redevelopment. This monumental step comes just six months after GURNER™ Group and joint venture partner Qualitas acquired full ownership of the iconic site.    GURNER™ is transforming this historic Melbourne treasure into a world-class mixed-use precinct. Five luxury residential towers, 20,000sqm of retail and hospitality, 10,000sqm of commercial office space, and two hotels are set to redefine Chapel Street's storied landscape. GURNER™ Founder and Executive Chairman, Tim Gurner, said: “Commencing construction on the site is not only a significant milestone for GURNER™ Group, but also a huge leap forward for the long-awaited reinvigoration of Chapel Street. Our aspirations are to spearhead a spectacular new era for the area and the community. By designing a destination that delivers world-class architecture, design, events, retail, dining and so much more, we restore and celebrate this special part of Melbourne”.

Second successful repurposing of a former Debenham’s store portfolio. New BtR homes and obvious and highly beneficial addition to the regeneration of Nuneaton town centre.