This Afghan hospital, nestled in the country's central highlands, is an incredible new space of healing built around the idea of public and private courtyards. Known as the Bamyan Provincial Hospital, this new place of health was designed by Arcop and occupies over two-and-a-half hectares of land by the Bamyan River. Arcop's original proposal for the Afghan hospital was informed by the architectural heritage of its setting and the final design captures this idea and reinterprets the construction methods traditionally used in the region.
The layout of the hospital is based primarily around a series of courtyards that progress from public spaces to private spaces used by patients undergoing treatment or recovering from treatment. The hospital also plays host to a gorgeous array of foliage that references the surrounding nature and mountainous landscape.
Courtyard-Inspired Hosptials
This Afghan Hospital Takes Inspiration from the Surrounding Landscape
Trend Themes
1. Courtyard-inspired Architecture - Develop more healing spaces that are designed around public and private courtyards.
2. Biophilic Design in Healthcare - Use natural elements like plants and water features in healthcare buildings to create healing environments.
3. Localized Healthcare Design - Adopt design elements that reflect the local culture and architecture to create better spaces for healing.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture and Design - Opportunity to design more healthcare spaces that prioritize healing and well-being through thoughtful design inspired by local landscapes and nature.
2. Healthcare - Explore new approaches to healthcare design that prioritize patient comfort and wellness, such as the use of courtyards and biophilic design.
3. Construction - Incorporate new materials and traditional construction methods in healthcare design to create structures that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing.