Construction World December 2020

On inception a combination of 3D modelling and drone technology was used to model the exact site and a basic building form to the site’s controls and compact size using drone technology able to assess the levels and angles towards the optimal views. These assessments helped model and form the design of Ridge 8, the striking glazed façades and balconies. RIDGE 8

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PROJECT INFORMATION

• Company entering: FWJK • Client: Ridge 7 Developments • Start date: 21 August 2017 • End date: 15 August 2019 • Main Contractor: Rubro Building • Architect: FWJK • Principal Agent: FWJK • Consulting Engineer: NJV PROJECT INFORMATION

• Company entering: FWJK • Client: Ridge 8 Properties • Start date: January 2019 • End date: August 2020 • Main Contractor: WBHO • Architect: FWJK

the street to the forecourt RI WKH EXLOGLQJ Ridge 7’s cafe is situated at the street level fore- court activating the pedestrian friendly street HGJH ƒ

• Principal Agent: FWJK • Quantity Surveyor: FWJ • Consulting Engineer: NJV Consulting

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