Eco Design in Victoria Square

On a recent trip to the almost new Victoria Square shopping complex in Belfast, some rather interesting, but basic environmentally friendly features have been included into the core concepts of the complex. With an open ended mall there is no need to heat or cool the air inside, the glass ceiling providing sufficient light to illuminate the main walkways, where concrete ceilings exist large solar tubes funnel light to those areas minimising the need for extra lighting.

In the toilets, each cubicle has light sensors, illuminating each only when a person enters. The toilets also have dual flush functions to save water. The basin also benefit from sensors to reduce water use.