Design Classification
Design Classification sets a clear definition of the depth of the assessment, with Cold Shell, Core & Shell, Warm Shell and Complete all available for selection. All Classifications are adopted in line with the following definitions from the GBCA’s Fitout Scope: Guidance for Cold Shell, Warm Shell and Integrated Fitouts (GBCA, 2020).
Cold Shell - Finishes and services are not installed. A tenancy with an unfinished interior, with no HVAC services beyond the riser (or core or rigid duct), and without lighting, plumbing, ceilings, floor finishes (or with a set down to allow for the future provision of floor finishes), interior partitions or walls.
Core & Shell - Where the developer’s scope of work is the design and construction of the base building. Finishes and services are applied to common areas only. A range of other construction and fit-out works are left to be completed before the building is occupied.
Warm Shell - Finishes and services are applied to common areas. Tenancies are delivered with ceilings, floor coverings and lighting systems; ducts from the air supply and return risers, and electrical and hydraulic services are installed above the ceiling from the riser throughout the tenancy areas.
Complete - The entire scope of the building, including the structure, foundation, envelope, building services, groundworks, and all fit-outs and furnishings.
Scope of building | Cold Shell | Core & Shell | Warm Shell | Complete |
Facilitating Works | x | x | x | x |
Substructure | x | x | x | x |
Superstructure | x | x | x | x |
Internal Finishes | - | Common areas | x | x |
Fittings, Furnishings and Equipment | - | - | - | x |
Services | Base build | Base build | x | x |
Prefabricated Buildings and Building Units | x | x | x | x |
Work to Existing Building | x | x | x | x |
External Works | - | - | - | x |
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