Auckland ASB North Wharf
For me, definitely an element of Transformers to this building. I was particularly intrigued by this structure at the top and learned that it is a stainless steel reflector which deflects sunlight downwards to filter light throughout the building.
ASB North Wharf is an award-winning, seven-level office building which was developed by Kiwi Property for ASB Bank, completed in 2013. The waterfront location and striking architecture have made it a landmark on the cityscape.
From ASB North Wharf main page....
'Every aspect of the 5 Green Star-rated building is designed to reduce energy consumption and enhance the wellbeing of its occupants. Natural ventilation is provided via a vast funnel-shaped cavity which draws warm air up and outwards through automated louvres. The louvres open and close in response to wind direction and temperature to maintain a stable internal temperature. Cleverly designed sun shades on the windows decrease the amount of direct sunlight pouring in to the building making it hot. These features combined reduce ASB’s energy use by 50%'.
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Auckland ASB North Wharf
For me, definitely an element of Transformers to this building. I was particularly intrigued by this structure at the top and learned that it is a stainless steel reflector which deflects sunlight downwards to filter light throughout the building.
ASB North Wharf is an award-winning, seven-level office building which was developed by Kiwi Property for ASB Bank, completed in 2013. The waterfront location and striking architecture have made it a landmark on the cityscape.
From ASB North Wharf main page....
'Every aspect of the 5 Green Star-rated building is designed to reduce energy consumption and enhance the wellbeing of its occupants. Natural ventilation is provided via a vast funnel-shaped cavity which draws warm air up and outwards through automated louvres. The louvres open and close in response to wind direction and temperature to maintain a stable internal temperature. Cleverly designed sun shades on the windows decrease the amount of direct sunlight pouring in to the building making it hot. These features combined reduce ASB’s energy use by 50%'.
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