Prism Tower Nairobi

Project: Prism Tower
Location: 3 Ngong Avenue, Nairobi, Kenya
Curtain Wall Area: 15,000 sqm
Curtain Wall Type: Glass Curtain Wall, Aluminum Shutters
Architectural Design: A+1 Design
Contractor: KINGS DEVELOPERS LIMITED
Completion Date: 2018

The Prism Tower is located in the central business district of Nairobi, a prime location for business and office.

The tower is designed to be a modern high-rise building that will add to the skyline of Nairobi. It features modern architectural elements and can accommodate a variety of office spaces.

The building is primarily used as an office space, accommodating a variety of businesses and organizations. It is designed to provide a good working environment equipped with modern facilities.

Features and advantages of this curtain wall design:

High-performance glass system
Double/triple-layer hollow Low-E glass: low-emissivity coated glass is used to effectively block ultraviolet and infrared rays, reduce heat radiation, and reduce building energy consumption.
Dynamic shading integration: some glass units are equipped with intelligent shading systems (such as electric blinds or electrochromic glass), which automatically adjust according to the intensity of sunlight to optimize natural lighting and thermal comfort.

Lightweight and high-strength structure
Unitized curtain wall system: prefabricated modular units are assembled in the factory and hoisted on site to improve construction accuracy and efficiency and reduce on-site operation time.
Combination of composite aluminum panels and glass: with anodized aluminum panels or honeycomb aluminum panels, it reduces the self-weight while enhancing the wind pressure resistance (adapting to the high wind pressure environment of Nairobi).

Airtightness and energy-saving design
Multi-channel sealing system: EPDM strips and structural silicone sealants are used to ensure the airtightness and watertightness of the curtain wall and reduce the energy consumption caused by air infiltration.
Thermal bridge blocking technology: thermal insulation aluminum profiles reduce heat conduction and improve overall thermal insulation performance.

The curtain wall design meets LEED or EDGE standards, reducing carbon emissions through energy-saving glass, shading systems and renewable energy. The curtain wall units can be opened to promote passive ventilation and reduce reliance on air conditioning. The curtain wall system has been wind tunnel tested to withstand Nairobi's strong winds and heavy rains, and the aluminum surface treatment is corrosion-resistant. Fire-resistant glass and frames are used in key areas to meet international fire regulations.