The completion of the CBZ Bank complex at Stand Number 106 McChlery Avenue, Eastlea, overseen by CBZ Properties as Project and Property Manager, signals more than just a fresh corporate address. It represents a new benchmark for corporate resilience and sustainability in the Zimbabwean commercial property market.
Designed by Metamorphosis AIDPM, the project redefined a previously underutilized space into a contemporary, multi-story office block characterized by sharp lines and a uniform aesthetic. The exterior features a contrast between light-grey composite cladding panels and expansive, dark-tinted window glass. This sleek façade, expertly executed by Postcorp Glass & Aluminium—who leveraged their 12 years of vast experience in the glazing industry to realize the client’s precise specifications—is immediately recognizable and enhances the
building’s contemporary identity.
The integrated solar system
While the visual impact is immediate, the true innovation lies in the building’s infrastructure, particularly its robust, roof-mounted solar
provision. Addressing the critical need for operational resilience, this comprehensive solar system guarantees resilient, low-carbon
backup power. It ensures that businesses housed within the complex can maintain seamless operations, independent of grid fluctuations,
significantly reducing long-term operational costs and risk. This focus on energy independence is central to the building’s commitment to
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, embedding sustainability at the core of the structure. Coupled with a prolific borehole augmenting municipal supply, the complex tackles both power and water security simultaneously. This proactive infrastructure planning is a crucial value-add for potential tenants and demonstrates CBZ’s commitment to long-term asset value and responsible development. The solar installation is not merely a backup measure; it is an economic and environmental commitment that fundamentally modernizes the tenancy experience.
The modern elevator In a contemporary multi-story commercial building, vertical circulation is as vital as the floor plan itself. The complex features a high speed, modern elevator system, essential for ensuring efficient and equitable access across all floors. The installation of this elevator moves beyond basic compliance, recognizing the necessity for effortless mobility for tenants, clients, and visitors. The lift is integrated into the building’s circulation core, ensuring that the elegant, flexible open-plan offices—finished with durable porcelain tiles and complemented by communal amenities like bright kitchenettes and sleek, fully-tiled public restrooms—are easily reached. Its presence is vital for the building’s functionality, catering to accessibility requirements and enhancing the flow of daily business. The elevator system offers swift, reliable access, and supports the high-end, functional interior design ethos, which includes clean lines, suspended ceilings, and carefully managed lighting.
The project is a powerful architectural dialogue between permanence and reinvention. The precision of the external finishes, from the sharp cornering of the composite cladding to the uniform repetition of the design modules, speaks to an uncompromising standard of quality. As CBZ Properties puts this sought-after property on the market for leasing, the complex stands as a symbol of the ongoing investment in and modernization of Harare’s urban infrastructure, setting a new bar for corporate property development in Eastlea and the capital city.
