Project Architect Carla Soudien, describes the conceptual approach: “The concept of the building is derived from a number of sources including the location and context, the choice of materials and the accommodation requirements. The prime site offers an opportunity to generate a jewel box of crafted materials including glass and the Arcelor Mittal Caïman cladding for the cones. Computer software was used to generate a taut collection of forms that challenges the traditional expressions of materials like concrete and glass. Extensive planting on the podium also softens the structure for the inhabitants.”