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world trade centre, amsterdam
The World Trade Centre is situated in
the Zuid Plien south of the centre of Amsterdam and
originally consisted of 6,000m² of offices and
retail units. The new complex increased this area to
30,000m² of mixed-use accommodation and includes
three new tower blocks and new podium structure with
a state of the art undulating lightweight glazed roof
to maximise natural ventilation and day-lighting. Battle
McCarthy provided building services design and environmental
analysis, together with façade engineering to
change the image of the complex from a 1960's concrete
towers to its current form, which is described by the
Client as:
'Incorporating openness and transparency
that meet the demands of present and future and provide
the perfect environment for companies to fully concentrate
on achieving goals and operating more flexibly, thanks
to the support of well-organised facilities.'
To meet this brief and to assist in
obtaining planning approval, Battle McCarthy also had
to provide a complete environmental assessment and report
for submission to the Building Licensing Authorities
in Amsterdam.
This incorporated:
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Mobility (Transport) and Open Spaces |
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Water Management Strategy |
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Energy Calculations and Management |
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Materials Management (during demolition, construction
and final use) |
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Environmental Policy |
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