Building.

Our eco friendly building was designed to blend with the landscape. We recycle all our water and use solar energy. The design incorporates rammed earth walls and renewable materials in a way that increases our energy efficiency.

Features

The Centre reflects our care for the earth, which goes hand in hand with the care that we take in making our wine. The Banrock Station Wine & Wetland Centre was specifically designed to blend with the environment.

Built from rammed earth from local soils, the building is in keeping with our commitment to the environment. The timber comes from Australian forests that are sustained through regeneration and new plantings.

Energy Saving Design

The Banrock Station Wine & Wetland Centre uses as little energy as possible. The building is designed to catch cool breezes from the lagoon and the roof has double the usual amount of insulation to retain heat in winter, and to maintain a cool temperature during the hot summers.

The large glass windows are east facing and act as a glasshouse in winter - generating heat at no cost to the environment. The dark slate tiles absorb the heart during the day and radiate it back at night.

Re-cycled Water

The roof collects rain water which is used for drinking. Waste water is automatically recycled when it is filtered via a unique reed bed system. This water is then used for irrigation. Nothing is wasted at Banrock Station.

Solar Power Generation

Three large solar panels convert the sun's rays to electricity and direct it straight to the grid. We contribute this power freely at all times.

The building draws its power from the grid to ensure that during busy periods when the sun doesn't shine all out power needs can be met. This ensures the safety and comfort of our customers.

The newly build fence to protect our endangered species is run purely from solar panels as are the soil moisture probes in the vineyards.

Use of Natural Light