Philippines-based clothing brand Bench is set to benefit from a brand new headquarter building, designed by Foster + Partners, that is designed to offer sustainable and comfortable space to the company.
Situated on the island of Luzon within the Philippine capital city of Manila, Bench's new headquarter building benefits from a range of eco-friendly features that include the utilization of a special carbon calculation system that keeps tabs on carbon emissions associated with different components and materials, allowing the architects to make data-driven alterations to the carbon footprint linked to the product.
Elsewhere, this headquarter building features a novel awning mechanism that shields the space from dangerous levels of sun exposure. Elsewhere, the fact that the building is located in an area of high seismic activity was also taken into account, with its structural design allowing for exceptional balance.
Energy-Efficient Headquarter Buildings
The New 'Bench' Building Prioritizes Sustainable Design
Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Design Buildings - There is an opportunity for architects to use carbon calculation systems to reduce carbon footprint
2. Innovative Building Materials - The use of novel awning mechanism protecting the space from harmful UV rays provides for innovation in building materials
3. Seismic-resistant Buildings - The incorporation of seismic-resistant design features in high seismic activity areas provides an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the construction industry
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Industry - There is an opportunity for fashion brands to follow the example of Bench and prioritize sustainable and eco-friendly design in new buildings
2. Architecture Industry - Incorporation of disruptive innovation features such as carbon calculation systems and novel awning mechanisms presents an opportunity for architects and builders
3. Construction Industry - The design, construction, and implementation of seismic-resistant buildings provides a disruptive opportunity for the construction industry