THE QUAYSIDE
The Quayside (TQS), which is located next to a reforming industrial area and the Kwun Tong Bypass with relatively
shorter buildings to the west, was completed earlier this year. With more than 40 green features, the building is Hong Kong’s first office and retail mixed use development with the largest total floor area obtaining the WELL Building Standard Gold Precertification. The project also emphasises the importance of work-life balance by providing an energy-efficient, eco- friendly and healthy commercial space for TQS users as well as residents of the Kowloon East district.
TQS was designed to create an environment that facilitates life beyond work. As a major stakeholder in the Kowloon East community, TQS’ mission and passion are to promote work- life balance by providing leisure facilities and hosting activities such as knowledge-sharing events, sports activities, etc. It also cultivates a diverse tenant mix that offers a variety of experiences so that wage earners can have a break from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Constructed along the waterfront, TQS commands panoramic views of Victoria Harbour. To save energy costs associated with lighting, the designer installed a glass curtain wall that allows natural light from the harbour into the building. However, excessive sunlight can raise indoor temperatures, which often results in higher energy consumption due to increased use of air conditioning systems.
To solve this challenge, Arup and the design team used computer modelling to analyse how the sun path interacts with TQS and its surrounding buildings and then customised a series of solar-responsive architectural fins of varying lengths to suit the building’s different levels. These fins provide shading that keeps bright light from directly entering indoor spaces.
Given the fact that traffic along the Kwun Tong Bypass in front of TQS is very busy, the design team has adjusted the design of the solar-responsive architectural fins to minimise glare and enhance drivers’ safety.
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