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Atkins’ architecture vision for Vingroup’s tallest landmark building in Vietnam to become a reality


Construction has begun on the Atkins-designed Vincom Landmark 81 – a supertall skyscraper located in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Atkins is the lead architect working closely with Arup for the structural design, one of many global projects on which the two British design companies are collaborating. With an expected height of 460m, this building will be the tallest building in Vietnam once completed, adding a new iconic landmark to Ho Chi Minh City’s ever growing skyline. UK Prime Minister, David Cameron, said: “Atkins and Arup


are leading the way in unlocking the potential for British busi- nesses in Vietnam. It’s a testament to their expertise that Ho Chi Minh City’s skyline will be shaped by British design, as they work on Vietnam’s tallest skyscraper. I’m pleased they were able to join me on my trade mission as we look to further export UK excellence and forge stronger links with the fast growing economies of South East Asia.”


NEW HOSPITAL OPENING


Jigsaw Building officially opens at Royal Bournemouth Hospital


The Stride Treglown designed Jigsaw Building, named after the Jigsaw Charity which partially funded the £5.7 million project, has officially opened at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital on behalf of the Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals Trust. The 21,000 sq.ft building will provide a centre of excellence


for women’s health, with leading facilities for oncology, haema- tology, gynaecology, breast care and early pregnancy, as well as cancer and blood disorders. Consulting and exam rooms and admin spaces for staff have also been included in the design. Located between the Eye Unit and Derwent Suite for


Orthopaedics, the BREEAM ‘Very Good’ building provides 2 floors of clinical and ancillary accommodation which is con- nected to the existing Nucleus hospital template, allowing patients to receive specialist out-patient care in a dedicated building that still forms part of the main hospital area. With external and internal environments designed to be


calming and friendly places where patients can feel at ease, the use of timber effect materials and complementing colours helps provide a domestic feel with a highly clinical finish. The exten- sion is wrapped in variegated colour Trespa cladding on the first floor, punctured with ribbon windows, white brick to the ground floor and an undulated roof form to conceal roof top


plant. The company worked closely with the Studio-Mode Arts Co-ordinator to procure sympathetic artwork which compli- mented the interior design and met healthcare regulations. Revitzo software was trialled during the design process,


enabling the user to have complete control and walk around the proposed 3D environment. This was very successful and well received by the medical staff and stakeholders, with the Revit model generated to include all ADB components. Working within the confines of an existing hospital site is


always a challenge, but the design team, client and contractor worked together to reduce the effect of the construction works on the existing staff and patients. This team included the Stride Treglown Healthcare team, Worldwise Mechanical and Electrical Consultants, AKS Ward as Structural and Civil Engineers, BREEAM Consultant’s Henderson Green, and Sound Advice Acoustics Ltd providing Acoustics services. Jessica Ellis, Architect at Stride Treglown, commented:


“We’ve worked well with the client, design team and the con- tractor to achieve a striking new out-patients facility for the Royal Bournemouth Hospital. It’s been great to work with the Client and the Charity to utilise their money in the best way possible. The outcome will hopefully benefit the local commu- nity and provide the latest healthcare technology to patients”.


Atkins’ scope includes architecture and landscape design.


The 81-storey development is located in Vinhomes Central Park – one of the most prime locations in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Its frontage faces the beautiful Saigon River, and is conveniently connected via major road and water transporta- tion. Featuring a modern and unusual architecture design that symbolises the diversity and fast-emergence of Ho Chi Minh City, this mixed-use development involves space for hotel, serv- iced residential apartment and retail. At the base of this sky- scraper is a sumptuous shopping centre featuring the finest retailers under one roof for a top-class shopping experience. The 241,000m² development will also feature contemporary landscape design that merges natural beauty into this building. The construction of Vincom Landmark 81 is expected to be completed in 2017.


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