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A central focus of the design is the strong emphasis on environmentally friendly innovations; this methodology transcended through the engineering, design and construction of the facilities.
Pritchard Francis was engaged by Roxby Architects and Toyota WA to undertake the structural design for this high quality, sustainably focused project. Architecturally the building was designed by Roxby Architects and built by Cooper & Oxley builders. As one of Perth’s leading civil and structural engineering consultancy firms, Pritchard Francis has a reputation for providing innovative solutions for unique projects. The organisation’s focus on sustainable design is one of many facets to their forward thinking approach, which aligns well with Toyota’s vision and objectives for the project. Chris Tyler, Project Director from Pritchard Francis, provided input into the sustainable design, contributing towards the building’s 5-Star Green Star rating. The efforts of the design team enabled the building to achieve its 5-star rating and to be classed as industry leading in its sustainability attributes. In using a renewable energy system comprising substantial 22kW solar PV panels and 3kW wind turbines, the building’s energy consumption is reduced by up to 20 percent. Other impressive attributes include the motion sensor lighting systems and use of wastewater, recycled using the onsite water treatment plant. The Green Building Council Australia has provided Australia’s design and construction industry with a leading rating system, raising the benchmark for prominent sustainable developments across Australia. Pritchard Francis’ Chris Tyler became the first Green Star Accredited structural engineer in Western Australia in 2006 and has since been contributing towards Pritchard Francis’ approach to sustainable design. The Toyota WA Head Office Project adds another major project in a growing portfolio of Green Star accredited developments. Pritchard Francis’ input towards the rating included the use of a pre-assembled steel structural frame and permanent formwork.
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