BUILDING SERVICES AUTHORITY

Architect GROUP GSA
Area 5,700 sqm
Award IES AWARD OF EXCELLENCE 2008
Data, IT & communications
Electrical
Engineering advisory
Engineering design & documentation
Environmental
Fire protection
Hydraulic/public health
Mechanical
Specialist lighting

The Building Services Authority (BSA) appointed Medland Metropolis to design and provide documentation for the fitout of their office, which incorporated Electrical, Mechanical, Fire, Specialist Lighting, Communications and Security services.

The majority of the office area is located in a unique double volume space and is set out in an open plan environment. There is a mix of client and internal meeting areas including conference and training rooms, a communal staff café and shower and change facilities.

The unusually high ceiling gave Medland Metropolis the opportunity to utilise bold services elements, particularly for specialist lighting. Large, specifically designed lamps are hung from the blacked-out ceiling, creating an impressive illusion of a non-existent ceiling.

Medland Metropolis worked with the architect and interior designer to create an office environment that is distinctive and focuses on improving client service and the future growth for BSA.

This achievement was further recognised at the IES Lighting Awards, at which the BSA fitout received a prestigious Award of Excellence.