Centrepoint

CENTREPOINT

Centrepoint, the flagship project of TPL Properties, is a 28-storey modern skyscraper that sets a design and quality benchmark for high-rise developments in Pakistan. The building was completed in 2013 and soon after achieved 100% occupancy. In 2021 it was acquired by a leading national bank for their head office.

KEY FEATURES

Location

The project is located in the centre of Karachi’s business, residential and industrial districts with quick and easy access within 15 to 20 minutes from the financial hub of I.I. Chundrigar Road, Clifton, Defence, Korangi Industrial Area, Sharah-e-Faisal, Gulshan-e-Iqbal and Airport.

High-end structure & seismic design

Centrepoint is a Grade-A project with immaculate planning and use of quality material. The facade design of Centrepoint consists of a glass curtain wall which provides a panoramic view to the occupants while being sound proof. The structural and foundation system of Centrepoint has been designed for seismic loads (earthquakes) as per highest international standards.

Standalone power

Centrepoint is equipped with 2 x 1 MW gas generators for independent power supply and diesel generators for backup. In addition to the uninterrupted 24/7 power supply, the generators, coupled with the heat recovery systems provide savings.

Energy efficient building

Heat from the sunlight into the building has been minimized in order to save on energy and air conditioning costs. A heat recovery system, gas generators, energy efficient lighting and equipment have been used to reduce the demand and consumption of energy.

Internationally accepted fire safety standards

Centrepoint maintains highest international standards of fire safety, this includes two fire escape staircases (front & rear), two fire hose cabinets on each floor, with fire extinguishers, sprinkler system on every floor including parking floors, fire detection system in compliance with NFPA 72, and water storage for fire fighting, etc.

Built-in IT setup

Centrepoint has a built-in IT infrastructure with two independent optical fibre cables with 100% back-up. The building is also equipped with switching, security and access controls. Tenants have ready connectivity (including VoIP) and are provided with data hosting server options.

Security

Other security features of Centrepoint include automatic elevator recalls and voice evacuation systems, metal detectors and smart gates, RFID Turnstiles and Blast Barriers, Bio metric recognition for secure access to key locations, fence and perimeter protection system ensures a considerable level of external security, etc.