In conversation with Reinhard Kretzen, Stuart Allan and Anton Jansen van Vuuren
URBAN SPACES
Canteen perspectives
to its EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies) certification, which is something that Rabie is targeting for many of its projects at Century City. Creating spaces for people While technical systems dictated some decisions, people were always at the heart of the project. Urban Spaces thought
“That was about more than just saving money,” says Reinhard. “It was important to Cipla to show their head office that they were being environmentally responsible. Instead of throwing things away, there’s an effort to reuse what you can.” The building itself also incorporates solar power, grey water systems and low-flow sanitaryware, all of which contribute
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