There’s a new “green” office building in London, on the shore of the River Thames at One Westminster Place in Southbank. The sustainable construction was designed by Sheppard Robson and is wrapped in glass that reflects the sunlight in a rainbow of colors creating a crystal like effect, varying throughout the day.
Other than the looks, the 18 stores high building has an excellent BREEAM (BRE Environmental Assessment Method) rating. How it gets done? A buffer is being created between the glass facade and the building so that the air inside is used for energy. The steel structure is really smart and has a central atrium that brings natural light to the offices so that it uses less electricity. There’s also a roof terrace on top for a great view of t whole area. We love it, how about you? – via World Architecture News
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Published by Alex Ion August 4th, 2008 in Architecture
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Tags: green building, london, sustainable, sustainable building
August 5th, 2008 at 2:06 am
[...] London’s Sustainable Building by Sheppard Robson By Alex Ion There’sa new “green” office building in London, on the shore of the River Thames at One Westminster Place in Southbank. The sustainable construction was designed by Sheppard Robson and is wrapped in glass that reflects the sunlight in a … Interior Design, Home & House… – http://freshome.com [...]
August 5th, 2008 at 3:17 pm
This sounds like something that should pair up with these guys: http://www.club4climate.com/ (a ‘green’ dance club run by the somewhat dubious Dr. Earth). Work in the day in your green building, head to green club after work.
August 6th, 2008 at 2:11 am
[...] London’s Sustainable Building by Sheppard Robson [...]
November 11th, 2008 at 8:25 am
Yes, I love it. Nee to know more about this building. Like who is the designer? What kind of specification they adaot? How much energy spend per year? (Kwhr/m2/year)