The White Louvres Tower
LOCATION
Manchester, UK
STATUS
in-Development
TYPE
Offices
SIZE
20,000 sq.m
VERTICAL LOUVERS
The White Louvres Tower is a 5-story office building planned for construction in Manchester, UK. The design is distinguished by clarity of expression: an elegant, geometric glass volume encasing a stack of vertical louvres installed at varying intervals, creating a vibrant pattern and tempo. At ground level, the lobby, reception, and a café provide public spaces.
Energy & Sustainability
SWAPP presented several cost-effective designs that complied with the strict energy code, while also achieving high levels of sustainability.
Net-zero energy
25% savings in energy through a highly efficient design utilizing efficient HVAC systems, low-consumption lighting, etc.
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Code compliance
Achieve and exceed compliance with all building,
environmental and other codes
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Recycling and local materials
40% reduction in carbon vs. typical buildings
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Renewable energy
Solar-ready roof
Environmentally Responsive
The outcome is a kinetic façade, environmentally responsive and composed of various glass systems and transparencies. At once, it satisfies workplace preferences and enhances the architectural impact and influence in a newly expanding area of the city. The large, open-floor layout allows customizable floor planning for a variety of purposes, including co-work spaces and offices.
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WINDOWS RYTHM
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RAILING DESIGN
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RAILING DESIGN
OPEN SPACE CONFIGURATION
The open gallery strategy makes possible a run-through configuration for all flats, an intrinsic quality allowing space expansion, clearance of corridors, as well as simple and effective natural ventilation.
The balconies protect the shutters and the woodwork by setting them back from bad weather.