The Solid Green offices in Rosebank were recently awarded a 6 Star – Green Star SA Interiors v1 rating, demonstrating ‘World Leadership’. To achieve this rating, Solid Green adopted a number of strategies and pursued certain processes. For instance:

• An Occupancy Users Guide and Comprehensive Transport Plan was developed for the interior fit-out to inform staff about: a) local transport options (the offices are within easy walking distance of the Gautrain, Rosebank Mall, bus stop and taxi rank), incentives and amenities; and b) making optimal use of building services. Further, alternative transport methods have been made available, including a branded electric vehicle with charging facilities, as well as electric bicycles.
• A green lease has been implemented to monitor and report on energy usage, water consumption and waste generation. Live results are displayed in the foyers via Solid Insight – informing building users of their environmental footprint.
• Efforts to reduce waste generation though the development and implementation of an Operational Waste Management Plan have been undertaken, which include provision of separation bins, food-waste recycling ‘Bokashi’, a worm farm and recycling waste storage areas.
• An enhanced ASHRAE Commissioning process was implemented for the fitout as a prerequisite for the LEED Commercial Interiors v3 Rating achieved. Radiant cooling and renewable energy use were implemented for efficient space cooling to offset peak demand.

Sustainable building features

• Provision of Tuning and Enhanced Commissioning for all services and installations to ensure optimal operation.
• An ergonomic assessment by a registered ergonomist has been carried out on the office furniture (new or reused) and workstations.
• Water and energy sub-meters provide live-metering results displayed in the foyer via Solid Insight.
• General illuminance requirements have been met and lighting sufficient for tasks undertaken in all areas has been provided.
• Appliances are Energy Star® rated.
• All printers and photocopiers are certified as having low emissions.
• Use of low volatile organic compounds paint, adhesives, sealants and carpets, reducing air pollutant levels.
• Use of reused and locally sourced materials and furniture.

Solid Green Offices – 6 Star Rated

Building Information

Address: B2 House, 8 Tyrwhitt Ave, Rosebank
Total gross floor area: 20 745m²
Total commercial office area: 17 977m²
Car parking area: 41 866m² (three bays allocated to Solid Green Offices)

Project Team

OWNER: SOLID GREEN CONSULTING
ARCHITECTS: TC DESIGN
MECHANICAL ENGINEER: TECHBUTLER
SUSTAINABLE BUILDING CONSULTANT: SOLID GREEN CONSULTING
MAIN CONTRACTOR: IBW (IT’S BEEN A WHILE)
PROJECT MANAGER: SOLID GREEN CONSULTING