Top component and skyline contribution

The top component represents the upper 'cap' of the building which is often viewed in silhouette against the backdrop of the sky and can contribute to the city skyline. This is where additional design detailing can provide further embellishment to the articulation of the façade and add to the overall legibility of the building. This component can include a number of upper floors and by way of their massing, choice of materials and articulation create a cohesive and considered conclusion to the building form. Here careful consideration needs to be given to other elements that can interfere with this component, including the placement of roof top equipment, lift/stair core overruns, signage and external amenity space.