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Design Guidelines Issue 2 | February, 2019

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Document: Retail Tenancy Design Guidelines

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RMIT University

Retail Tenancy Design Guidelines February, 2019

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Table of Contents

1.0 RETAIL DESIGN ASPIRATIONS

1.1 Introduction

1.2 The Vision

1.3 Disability Discrimination Act Compliance (DDA)

2.0 GENERAL DESIGN GUIDELINES

2.1 Shop Front Design

2.2 Signage & Graphics

2.3 Product Display

2.4 Outlet Interior

2.5 Point of Sale Principles

2.6 Equipment & Fittings

2.7 F&B Menu Boards

2.8 Furniture

2.9 Fit-out Design and Interiors

2.10 Materials

2.11 Security / Closures

2.12 Maintenance & Safety

2.13 Acoustics

2.14 Exhaust Hoods & Services

2.15 Floors

2.16 Walls

2.17 Ceilings

2.18 Lighting

2.19 Environmentally Sustainable Operational Initiatives

2.20 Food Service Products

2.21 Retail Storage Areas






1.0 RETAIL DESIGN ASPIRATIONS

1.1 Introduction

The design principles are intended to ensure all

tenancy fit-outs are in-line with the vision set-out by

RMIT Design Standards. The design guidelines

aim to ensure all tenancy fit-outs consistently

represent the high quality of design and sense of

innovation expected by RMIT.

It is expected that all guidelines are understood

and encompassed by the Tenant’s Architect /

Interior Designer. Any queries relating to the

design principles should be directed to RMIT. It is

the responsibility of the Tenant’s Architect/ Interior

Designer to check all given dimensions on site

prior to commencing detailed documentation.

3D perspective of NAS Development: External facade along Franklin Street.






1.2 The Vision

RMIT Retail Leasing aims to provide a unique retail and food offer within a

University environment, where patrons engage in a 'multi-sensory experience'

rather than a simple sale transaction. The various precincts offered on RMIT's

campuses have been created to enhance the retail experience of RMIT students

staff and researchers, as well as local residents, office workers and campus

visitors.

Each retail tenancy fit-out is required to convey a genuine and distinctly creative

design approach that promotes their product or service whilst complimenting the

interior architecture of the campus buildings.

Design aspirations that will contribute to an engaging retail experience include:

• provide a retail offer point of difference

• reflect a creative approach to each retail offer

• engage & interact with patrons in interesting ways

• promote spatial colonisation by students

• foster loyalty rewards

• implementation of sustainability principles

• culturally aware fair trade practices

• a youthful approach to tenancy design

• explore a ‘value for money’ aesthetic to the tenancy design

3D perspective of NAS Development: External facade outside Building 14.






1.3 Disability Discrimination Act Compliance (DDA)

The Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) 1992 Commonwealth make it unlawful to discriminate in

the provision of goods, services or facilities against people on the basis that they have, or may

have a disability. Section 23 of the DDA makes it unlawful to discriminate against people with a

disability or associates in relation to access to and use of premises that the public can enter or

use.

As a result, the tenancy fit-out must be designed in accordance with the Act. It is the responsibility

of each Tenant to ensure the fit-out design complies with the Act.

2.0 GENERAL RETAIL DESIGN GUIDELINES

The design principles set-out in this section apply to all Retail Tenancies.

Importantly all Retail F&B Tenancies shall be in full accordance with the Australia New Zealand

Food Standards Code (FSANZ) and its Food Safety Standard 3.2.3 (Food Premises and

Equipment) together with Australian Standard 4674-2004 (Design, construction and fit-out of food

premises).

2.1 Shop Front Design

A shopfront is the initial point of contact with

the customer and conveys the identity of the

product or service that the tenancy has to offer.

Shopfront designs generally must integrate

a strong visual graphic concept with effective

product display that reflects the retail offer.

All shopfronts must be kept within the tenancy area.

All shopfronts and associated signage &

bulkheads must be supported from structural

elements and certified by a registered structural

engineer.

Glazing to the shopfront is to extend to the full

shopfront height where possible. Frameless

glazing is encouraged. All glazing must be

designed to current Building codes, Australian

Standards and be certified accordingly.

Finishes for the shopfront must be durable and

hard wearing.

All tenancy shopfronts are to be ‘active’. No

back of house areas can be built against any

part of the shopfront line or against glazing.

Generally, all back of house areas must be

internalised within the tenancy.






Surfaces, projections and other

shopfront components must not be

hazardous to persons passing by or

through the shopfront. The Tenant is

required to provide details that will

protect and extend the life of exposed

edges and corners on the shopfront.

This may include an integral metal

trim to all corners.

The Tenant is required to extend the

shopfront treatment to address any

columns, fire service cupboards and

other service cupboards that may

intrude on the tenancy. The Tenant

is to ensure that the use of the fire

cupboards is not affected by any of

the finishes applied. Statutory signage

required on cupboards will be installed

by the Base Building Contractor.






Operable panels activate the shopfront in a playful manner whilst promoting

airflow. ‘Industry Beans’ Cafe & Roastery, Melbourne by FigureGround Architecture






Open shopfront

provides a seamless

transition where

customers are invited

to enter the store.

‘Rozzi's’ Canteen,

Melbourne by Mim

Design.

Closures need to be designed as an integral

element of the shopfront design and may

include:

• Fully glazed sliding doors (please

note: exposed hardware will not be

approved).

• Fully glazed swing doors that do not

project when in the open position past

the leaseline.

• Bi-fold doors

• Open trellis

All guides & rails are to be concealed.

Glazed doors should be Australian Standards

approved minimum thickness, tempered glass

and must be kept open during trading hours

unless otherwise instructed by RMIT.

The closure system must not be installed

outside the leaseline. The closure system

is to be supported off overhead structural

elements (where applicable) and certified

accordingly by a registered structural engineer.

All access panels for the closure system must

be flush, hinged & key operated. Refer to the

‘Maintenance and Security’ section of this

document.






2.2 Signage & Graphics

Signage can be highly effective when

carefully considered and employed

creatively. Signage provides a key

opportunity for Tenants to promote their

retail offer and attract customers into the

tenancy.

Signage should be designed to identify

and improve the exposure of the retail

tenancy whilst complimenting the

surrounding architecture of the RMIT built

environment.

Tenants are required to engage with RMIT

to create the branding / signage for the

tenancy. A complete graphics package

is to be presented as part of the Design

Approvals Process.






The main sign to the tenancy should be limited

to the name of the retail premises. Shopfront

signage must not spell-out the type of service

offered, type of food or merchandise. Generally,

signs should be three-dimensional.

In addition to the main sign, supplementary

graphics may be used to enhance the shopfront

design. Generally 80% of the shopfront must

remain clear of all signage and graphics.

Graphics incorporated into the fit-out design

must be relevant, unique, creative and support

the brand positioning of the Tenant’s retail offer.

The graphics are to be fully integrated into the

overall concept of the tenancy.

Only approved signage and/ or graphics can

be affixed to the shopfront. All signage and

graphics proposals are to be submitted to RMIT

as part of the Design Approvals Process for

approval prior to manufacture and installation.

In general, the following will not be approved:

• Audible / noise making signs.

• Exposed wiring, clips, transformers,

lamps, holders, labels, plates &

attachment devices.

• Strobe or pulsating lighting.

• Third party branding or advertising.

• Sign manufacturer’s name, stamps or

decals.

Additionally, note the following:

• No OH&S or Work Practices notices

should be located where they are visible

to customers.

• No commercial brands other than

the approved trading name shall be

displayed.

• Tenants are not permitted to use the

RMIT Logo unless prior approval

is granted in writing from Tenancy

Coordinator.

• The Tenant must only use the trading

name as it appears in the Leasing

Agreement in all advertising mediums.

• Only the Tenants’ branding is to be used

on all food serving products, uniforms,

packaging.

All emergency lighting and emergency exit

signs must be clearly visible to staff and

patrons within the Tenancy in accordance with

AS 2293.1-2005 ‘Emergency escape lighting

and exit signs for buildings - System design,

installation and operation for building approvals’

and Clause E4.5 to E4.8 of the BCA.

Tenants must ensure signage does not obstruct

sightlines to emergency exit signs &/or impede

the visibility of emergency lighting.

Any use of neon signage is to be approved

as part of the Design Approvals Process. The

Tenant shall comply with the following:

• All neon installations shall be fitted with

an isolation switch to comply with AS 3000.

• An access panel must be provided for

all transformers

• An isolation switch must be provided to

all transformers

Transformers must be clearly labelled with

a sign stating ‘danger – no portion of this

system is to be touched unless this system is

disconnected from the supply by means of the

isolation switch’.

Refer also to the ‘Disability Discrimination Act’

Section in this document.






2.3 Product Display

The integration of display areas within the tenancy enables the Tenant to promote key products,

new merchandise, seasonable displays and local events. Display areas should be stimulating and

engaging to encourage the sale of a product or service.

Display areas should incorporate innovative and flexible infrastructure to enable the Tenant to

easily change the product arrangement.

Goods & Services (G&S) tenancies are encouraged to have impulse purchases close to the

leaseline to entice customers into the tenancy and to promote sales.






Product display is an important part of the

design concept for each F&B tenancy.

Innovation in the way ingredients are used and

produce is displayed is encouraged. Containers

of various shapes, colours and materials (for

example ceramic containers, unusual bottles,

cane baskets) can be used to present fresh

food and produce in an appealing way.

The Tenant must present each food item to its

best advantage considering:

• The quantity of food on display

• The neatness and cleanliness of the

display

• Use of colour and other features to set

off the food display

2.4 Outlet Interior

Unique forms, finishes and

planning should be utilised

to create distinctive retail

environments. The tenancy

design should maximise the use

of space and achieve strong

visibility into the interior of the

tenancy.

A variety of elements should

be considered when creating

displays including colour, lighting,

space, product information,

sensory inputs as well as

digital displays and interactive

installations.

Suspended chairs create an undulating ceiling surface. ‘Brother Bada Budan’ Cafe,

Melbourne by Breathe Architecture.






Cardboard tubes cascade from above to define the interior spaces. ‘Karis’

Retail Store, Hiroshima by Suppose Design Office.

Everyday fashion item used to create a

dynamic visual display. ‘Arnsdorf’ Pop Up

Store, Melbourne by Edwards-Moore.

Continuous linear benchtop acts as a sit-up bar and coffee counter to encourage

interaction between patrons and staff. ‘Barry’ Cafe, Melbourne by Techne Architects.






2.5 Point of Sale Principles

It is important that point of sales (POS) be carefully designed and positioned to maximise

sales and address functional considerations. The POS should be located to accommodate

pedestrian flow through the tenancy.

Security considerations should be addressed while remaining sympathetic to the views from

the exterior of the premises. Sightlines to the rear view of the point of sale / counter from the

shopfront is discouraged. Display cabinets should be able to be locked.

Merchandise displays should leverage sales opportunities such as impulse buying at the POS.

Queuing space should also be considered to allow for clearance around the point of sale.






2.6 Equipment & Fittings

The Tenant must not display ‘brand name’ or other

advertising material for any product in the tenancy

(ie: food service refrigeration, drinks fridge etc...).

Drinks refrigerators generally must be recessed

into walls and designed as an integral part of the

tenancy. Commercially branded drinks refrigerators

are not acceptable.

All wok burners are to be water-less.

Any A/C unit installed by Tenant must be an energy

efficient model, and, will require approval from the

Tenancy Coordinator. Energy efficiency and rating

standard compliances should be considered when selecting all equipment and appliances. Recessed refrigerated drinks fridge. ‘Pressed Juice’ Store, Beverly Hills

2.7 F&B Menu Boards

Menu boards are integral to the success

of food merchandising. The menu board

is usually the first item a customer will

look at when entering an F&B tenancy.

Menu boards should clearly represent the

type of food available, and be attractive

and innovative in the application of

text & graphics. Menu boards should

be integrated into the overall tenancy

design. Consider use of three

dimensional forms, internal illumination

or electronic / animated solutions.

by Standard Design.






The Tenants must only include food items that

have been agreed between the Tenant and

Landlord under the Lease Agreement. The menu

board should clearly describe each item and show

the price of that item.

The menu board is to form part of the Design

Approvals Process and is to be professionally

prepared, mounted and positioned so that it is

clearly visible to customers. The menu board’s

graphics, colour palette and text are to be in

keeping with the F&B tenancies name & logo.

Hand written menus for ‘Specials boards’ gives

the impression of the freshness of the food. Free-

standing boards will not be allowed.

Retail areas within RMIT campuses are a hub for

campus life and RMIT is constantly changing to

meet the flexible student timetables and course

calendars. A diversity of menus and offers are

required to suit different times of the day and

annual seasons. Tenants are encouraged to

consider how technologies such as digital menus,

phone apps and on-line ordering can form a strong

component of the retail experience.






2.8 Furniture

Tenancy seating areas shall be designed to accommodate the various needs of customers and

include features such as booths, bar stools, bar tables, communal tables for large groups and

single use, bench seating, sit-up benches, loose stool clusters and comfortable lounge-type

seating. Seating areas shall incorporate phone and laptop charging capability.

Any furniture items to be supplied by the Tenant must be submitted to RMIT as part of the Design

Approvals Process for approval prior to manufacture and installation.






2.9 Fit-out Design and RMIT Building Interiors

The interior design of the tenancy should respect the architectural and design integrity of the

precinct in which it is located.

Where shopfronts interface with the Base Building particular care should be taken in detailing to

create a visually and technically acceptable transition. The junctions between the surrounding

building bulkheads, columns, soffits, floors and the shopfront are important and highly visible.

Care is required to ensure precise alignment.

Where alignment is not a feature, the shopfront should finish on a separate plane to that of the

bulkhead. Shadow gaps should be used to create a crisp differentiation between finishes.

The threshold junction between the tenancies floor finish and the floor finishes should be

designed to ensure a smooth, level transition.






2.10 Materials

Material selection has a critical impact on the appearance, internal environment quality,

usage, cost and environmental impact of the tenancy.

Materials should generally convey a youthful and innovative environment. Inventive

use of materials is encouraged. RMIT’s preference is for integral materials that do not

require an additional surface finish to be applied such as natural stone, glass, metal,

and timber. Materials shall be carefully selected and detailed to maintain the high level

of quality expected by RMIT.

Innovative use of materials including profiled aluminium sheet and cork to create

warmth and texture. ‘Single Origin Roasters’ Cafe, Sydney by Luchetti Krelle.

In accordance with RMIT Environmental Sustainable Design (ESD) Initiatives, materials

selected should have a recycled content, have the ability to be recycled at the end of

their life, and have minimal impact on the environment during their manufacture.






Tenants should also consider using the following:

• Paints that have low Volatile Organic Compound (VOC)

emission rates, with preference given to water-based paints

over oil-based paints.

• Timber and wood products that are Australian Forestry

Standard (AFS) certified. The use of timber or wood products

from old growth forests is generally not allowed.

• Joinery and other composite wood products that have low

formaldehyde emissions (i.e. rated E1 or E0).

• Locally sourced materials

• Materials identified as having low embodied energy.

Simple detailing and use of economic materials such as wooden pallets, exposed concrete &

plywood to create a semi- industrial aesthetic. ‘Industry Beans’ Cafe & Roastery, Melbourne by

FigureGround Architecture.

F&B tenancies shall refer to Australia New Zealand Food Standards

Code (FSANZ) and its Food Safety Standard 3.2.3 (Food Premises

and Equipment) together with Australian Standard 4674-2004 (Design,

construction and fit-out of food premises).






2.11 Security / Closures

Tenancy security should be considered at Concept Design stage and integrated into the overall

design of the shopfront. Tenants are encouraged to consider the installation of operable walls,

bi-fold doors, tilt-up windows within the fit-out design to promote interconnectivity with the

surrounding spaces.

Transparent / glazed closures are encouraged to allow good visibility into the tenancy. Solid roller

shutters will generally not be permitted.

Perforated, bi-folding screens act as shopfront enclosure. ‘Aesop’ Store, Melbourne by Kerstin Thompson Architect.

Island tenancies should incorporate security

features into the cabinetry / joinery. Lock

mechanisms should be discreetly located within

the joinery so as not to detract from the overall

design. Point of Sales must have lockable

drawers.

Generally locks, mechanisms and guides

should not be visible from the shopfront and

should be integrated wherever possible. Bottom

door tracks & / or guides are to be recessed

flush into adjacent finishes to avoid trip

hazards.

Bracing and support framing for folding doors,

screens, roller doors, trellis doors etc... may

require Structural Engineering. Evidence of

acceptable support, detailing and installation is

required to be submitted by the Tenant as part

of the Design Approvals Process.

The security system for the Tenancy is to

comply with the established protocols of RMIT

University Security. Tenancy security must be

keyed to the Master Key system with a set of

keys recorded in the key register.






Pre-fabricated, modular shopfront consisting of lockable awning and double-hung windows. ‘Auto Espresso’ Kiosk, Melbourne by h-a

Architecture & Interior Design.

2.12 Maintenance & Safety

All materials, finishes, furniture and fittings should be selected or designed with ease of

maintenance in mind. Light fittings should be located so they are easy to replace. All surfaces

should be hard wearing and easy to clean. Tenants should also consider pest proofing initiatives

in their fit-out design.

It is the responsibility of the Tenant to ensure all materials, equipment and installations are in

accordance with Australian Standards, the BCA and OH&S regulations.

Access hatches and maintenance panels should be discrete but easily accessible. Access panels

to provide access for maintained of the following:

• Air conditioning plant platforms

• Plant associated with exhaust canopies

• Electrical boxes

• Isolation valves for water, fire services, gas etc..

• Base Building security systems

• BAS (Building Automation System) controllers.






2.13 Acoustics

Generally, noise from the Tenants operations

(including mechanical and hydraulic services)

within the tenancy shall not exceed the noise

levels stated in Australian Standards AS2107 –

2000 Acoustics – ‘Recommended design sound

levels and reverberation times for building

interiors’.

If background music is to be provided within

the tenancy, the music levels are required to be

controllable by the Tenant so as not to exceed

the steady state noise level by more than 10db. Measurements to demonstrate this may be

requested by the Tenancy Coordinator. ‘BAUX’ Decorative sound absorbing wall panels

Origami-like forms create an engaging acoustic ceiling

treatment. ‘3D Design Office Ceiling’, Melbourne by

Assemble Architecture, Design and Property Development.

Tenants are required to ensure that there

is no perceptible vibration caused by any

activities within the tenancy as defined in

Australian Standards AS 2670.2 – 1990

‘Evaluation of Human exposure to whole

body vibration’ Part 2: Continuous and

shock induced vibration in buildings (1-80

Hz).

Noise limits will be strictly enforced.

Tenants should carefully consider the

location and fixing of loud speakers, plant

and other equipment within the tenancy.

Consideration should be given to acoustic

mounting for noisy equipment items.

The Tenant is also to be aware that if the

Tenant installs a music / sound system, the

Tenant or Tenant's Contractor must apply

for approval to the Tenancy Coordinator.






2.14 Exhaust Hoods & Services

Open Kitchen areas are encouraged only where the activity of cooking and display of equipment

provides viewing interest. Design approval will be based upon Tenants ensuring these areas are

in general use during opening hours to prevent the tenancy being viewed as vacant.

The Tenant’s Kitchen Exhaust Hood design will require RMIT’s approval and shall be in

accordance with RMIT’s mechanical system.

F&B tenancies shall refer to Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code (FSANZ) and its’ Food

Safety Standard 3.2.3 (Food Premises and Equipment) together with Australian Standard 4674-

2004 (Design, construction and fit-out of food premises).

2.15 Floors

The floor finish to the tenancy must be of a high standard, durable and reflect the overall design of

the fit-out. Tenants are to ensure that floor finishes are in accordance with the following:

• Slip ratings of floors must be in accordance with Australian Standards.

• All floor finishes are to be safe and fit for purpose.

• All differing adjacent floor finishes must be finished flush at all junctions.

• A fully recessed metal separation strip is required at the junction of all dissimilar flooring materials within the tenancy.

• Raised cover strips are not permitted.

The Tenant is to consider providing highly durable flooring materials at the entrance threshold to

the tenancy.

Tenancy floor finishes must not extend across the tenancy leaseline (or tenancy closure line). At

the junction between the tenancy floor finish and the Base Building floor finish, the level of the

floor must be flush. A division strip is required at the junction between the tenancy flooring with the

surrounding Base Building flooring types.

High quality floor finishes identify various spaces within the tenancy. ‘Ludlow Formation’ Restaurant, Melbourne by Maddison Architects.






Set-downs to tenancies are as noted in Tenancy Plans and are subject to construction tolerances.

Tenants are to check the existing set-down depth on site prior to commencing construction.

All floor finishes in F&B Tenancies must comply with the current Health Codes & Regulations.

No chases, core holes, holes or saw cuts will be allowed in structural floors without the specific

approval of Tenancy Co-ordinator.

Durable, custom designed terrazzo flooring. ‘Spring Street Grocer’ Store, Melbourne by KGA Architecture.

Expansion joints must be treated with an approved industry standard detail. It is the responsibility

of the Tenant to check the location of all expansion joints on-site prior to construction.

In all wet areas, a waterproof membrane must be applied. A waterproof membrane is also

required to expansion joints and floor wastes.

Any heavy duty items or equipment such as pizza ovens etc... that may affect the structural

loading capacity of the structural slab are to be identified by the Tenant. Imposed loading

calculations are to be provided by the Tenant for review by the Landlord Structural Engineers part

of the Design Approvals process.

Tenant’s tiles are to align with the Base Building tile layout where possible. All floor tile layouts are

to be shown on drawings.

F&B tenancies shall refer to Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code (FSANZ) and its’ Food

Safety Standard 3.2.3 (Food Premises and Equipment) together with Australian Standard 4674-

2004 (Design, construction and fit-out of food premises).






2.16 Walls

No chases, fixings, holes or saw-cuts will be allowed in

structural walls or inter-tenancy walls without specific

approval from RMIT. Any additional security mesh or similar

above ceiling height is to be by the Tenant at the Tenant’s

expense.

All walls forming part of the required egress must be

constructed in non-combustible materials. Any openings in

these walls must have self-closing solid doors in accordance

with AS & the BCA.

Wall mounted brackets for bike display. ‘Tokyo Bike’

Store, Melbourne by Fuyuki and Yuki Sagahara

‘Peg Wall Bookcase’, Massachusetts by

Merge Architects.

F&B tenancies shall refer to Australia New Zealand Food

Standards Code (FSANZ) and its Food Safety Standard

3.2.3 (Food Premises and Equipment) together with

Australian Standard 4674-2004 (Design, construction and

fit-out of food premises).






2.17 Ceilings

Ceilings form an integral part of the tenancy design and must be of a high standard of finish.

Plywood ceiling panels create visual interest. ‘Zmianatematu’ Cafe, Poland by Xm3 Architecture.

The provision of flat ceilings

is generally not acceptable

and design elements such as

profiles, coffers and feature

lighting will be required.

If an open or partially open

ceiling is proposed, then

consideration must be given

to the treatment of all exposed

services and structures.

Exposed cable tray, structural beams and pipework. ‘Chez Dre’

Cafe, Melbourne by Breathe Architecture.






Suspended pendant light with custom knitted ‘beanie’ to highlight

counter and point of sale.‘Seven Seeds’ Cafe, Melbourne by

Breathe Architecture.

2.18 Lighting

Lighting is an important tool for creating intrigue and

ambience to the tenancy. Shopfront display lighting is

required to highlight the entry as well as the products on

display.

Lighting should be task specific (ie: used to highlight a

particular product display, work bench surface, seating option

etc). A degree of light and shade to the lighting scheme is

necessary to create ambience.

Lighting in all tenancies shall be designed for two situations:

1) During trading hours and;

2) After trading hours

Tenants should consider designing the after-hours lighting

to be more theatrical in order to leave an impression that will

encourage passers-by to return during trading hours.

Generally lighting is to consist of ‘glare-free’ type fixtures.

Sodium vapour, metal halogen and mercury lamps shall not

be permitted.

Lighting to shopfronts and display cases must provide a clear

contrast from other areas within the tenancy, and, should

generally be at a higher lux level.

Shopfronts should be illuminated to highlight product and to

provide visual interest. Lights should be aimed towards the

tenancy interior, and the light source shielded so that there is

no glare to passers-by. An accent ratio between the general

building lighting and the shopfront of greater than 5:1 is often

used as an appropriate benchmark. Spotlights are more

appropriate rather than floodlights to ensure focused and

deliberate illumination.

Access panels to accommodate Base Building services are to be provided by Tenant.

The location and size of the access panels will be confirmed by RMIT and installed by

the Tenant at the Tenant’s cost. Where applicable, service requirements such as air-

conditioning vents are to be integrated into the ceiling design.

Consider shadow gaps at the intersection of bulkheads and soffits.

F&B tenancies shall refer to Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code (FSANZ)

and it's Food Safety Standard 3.2.3 (Food Premises and Equipment) together with

Australian Standard 4674-2004 (Design, construction and fit-out of food premises).






The colour temperature of lamps

should be consistent with the ambient

lighting of the building, and generally

‘warm’ colour temperature lamp

types are to be used. Location of

luminaires should be close to the

shopfront to enable the shopfront

display of product, clothing etc. to be

suitably illuminated. Concealment of

luminaries should be considered.

No lighting should be installed outside

the tenancy for any purpose without

prior approval from the Tenancy

Coordinator.

Back of house areas, storerooms and

offices should be controlled by dual

technology PIR / ultrasonic presence

detectors with appropriate movement

– time delay.

Light boxes integrated with joinery display unit. ‘Sneakerology’ Store,

Sydney by Facet Studio.






Custom designed light fittings made from PVC pipes. ‘Auction

Rooms’ Cafe, Melbourne by Six Degrees Architects.

Food Safety Standard 3.2.3 (Food Premises and Equipment) nominates a minimum illumination level

(lux) to be provided at working height for F&B Tenancies:

Activity Illumination level (lux)

Food preparation areas

500 Food and equipment storage areas 110-150 Dish washing, hand washing and toilet 200-300

The Tenant’s lighting design will require RMIT’s approval and shall comply with all Section J BCA

requirements.

F&B tenancies shall refer to Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code (FSANZ) and it’s Food

Safety Standard 3.2.3 (Food Premises and Equipment) together with Australian Standard 4674-2004

(Design, construction and fit-out of food premises).

Heat loads generated by lighting

should be considered along with

providing adequate ventilation

when lighting display cases or other

enclosed spaces. All lighting must

comply with current Health Codes

and Regulations.

Emergency lighting and illuminated

exit signs are to be provided by the

Tenant to suit the tenancy fit-out in

accordance with the requirements of

the relevant authorities.






2.19 Environmentally Sustainable Operational Initiatives

In accordance with RMIT Sustainability Initiatives, Tenants are to incorporate

environmentally friendly design principles and daily operations as part of their fit-out

design.

Tenants must consider the following when preparing the operational plan for the

tenancy:

• Use of produce from urban farming initiative

• Use of certified ethical produce

• Use of locally sourced produce

• Use of efficient equipment which limits energy use

• Use of waste management systems that maximise recycling and composting

Unique and innovative lighting approach. ‘Ludlow Formation’ Restaurant, Melbourne by Maddison Architects.






2.20 Food Service Products

The tenant must supply and use its own food service products in serving customers (cups, bowls,

and plates, drinking containers, food containers, utensils, cutlery, serviettes and dispensers).

All food service products are to be approved by the Tenancy Coordinator and are only to display the

brand / logo of the retail premises.






2.21 Retail Storage Areas

There are no remote storage opportunities applicable to this Tenancy.

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