Lighting in Design Q4 2018

the offices as hospitable as possible for them, by maximising natural light and allowing views to the natural and landscaped gardens.” Osman says that the way in which a factory environment is illuminated has changed drastically from the past. “Where previously one would have installed traditional lamps, such as metal halide units which suck energy, nowadays, energy costs and a better understanding of the effects of lighting have driven change.” Natural andmuted colours throughout, reclaimed timber in key areas, and a ‘traditional’ recreational boma reference the African identity of the client. Recreational outdoor spaces with generous green areas – i.e. sports field, boma, canteen garden with pool and natural veld grass – were introduced in contrast to the industrial environment to serve as a healthy retreat for staff and visitors in an otherwise fast paced and highly stressed environment. The client’s foresight and aspiration, along with the determination of the project team, which ex- ecuted the development within strict time frames, have culminated in the most modern and advanced aircraft manufacturing facility in Africa. “Despite a tight deadline for the start of production – any delay would have cost the company millions – this, our first proper job as a studio, met the client’s vision of an international-standard facility. From a cutting edge manufacturing platform to the materials used, the design is not something you will often, if ever, see in a local factory,” concludes Osman.

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LiD Q4 - 2018