The For Purpose Impact Accelerator Hub is located in the 5-Star Green Star rated Narrm Ngarrgu Library and Family Services building.
Designed by Six Degrees, who are recognised for their commitment to sustainability and welcoming design, the Hub is a good fit for environmentally-conscious, for-purpose organisations.
Sustainable Design Features
- High performance glazing to façade
- Perforated shading screen for thermal and visual comfort.
- Onsite PV electricity generation with a total output of 49.8kW to hub levels.
- Greenstar Design & As-built (V1.2) 5 star and WELL Gold standard to base building.
- Cyclist end-of-trip facility to promote sustainable transport.
- Environmentally conscious internal finishes (locally sourced, high recycled content, low VOC, sustainably sourced timber)
- Repurposing of used furniture to reduce landfill waste.
- Water and energy efficient sanitary fixtures and fittings to amenities.
Architectural Features
- Open plan workspace to promote collaboration and mentorship between NFP companies, start-ups and Lord Mayor's Charitable Foundation.
- Natural materials such as timber and sisal to give warmth to the space.
- Flexible workspace with a variety of table setups, meeting space and workshop areas.
- Hard wearing materials for durability, ease of maintenance and longer lifespan.
- Acoustically treated, open ceiling to allow for future modifications to suit the use and needs of the space.
- Views outwards and natural light maximized through glazed partitions and operable curtains.