The Copenhagen Healthcare Centre Features Angular Accents
Jana Pijak — April 12, 2012 — Art & Design
References: nordarchitects.dk & frameweb
Designed by Nord Architects, the Copenhagen Healthcare Centre is made to resemble a residential structure rather than a public one. Aiming to create a homey atmosphere different to most healthcare facilities, the Danish design studio created this intriguing cancer treatment center.
While patients get medical treatment from a nearby hospital, this center is a getaway providing individuals with information, support, and fun activities. From meetings to cooking classes, the communal Copenhagen Healthcare Centre consists of small houses joined together by a continuous roof.
Providing a friendly and comforting environment for those suffering from great illness, this dynamically geometric structure gives patients piece of mind while raising awareness for a deadly disease affecting many around the world.
While patients get medical treatment from a nearby hospital, this center is a getaway providing individuals with information, support, and fun activities. From meetings to cooking classes, the communal Copenhagen Healthcare Centre consists of small houses joined together by a continuous roof.
Providing a friendly and comforting environment for those suffering from great illness, this dynamically geometric structure gives patients piece of mind while raising awareness for a deadly disease affecting many around the world.
Trend Themes
1. Residential Healthcare Centers - Designing healthcare facilities to resemble residential structures to create a more comfortable and homey atmosphere for patients.
2. Communal Healthcare Centers - Building healthcare centers that provide community-based support services for patients in addition to medical treatments.
3. Dynamically Geometric Healthcare Centers - Incorporating angular or unusual geometric designs in healthcare centers to create a unique and calming ambiance for patients.
Industry Implications
1. Healthcare Industry - Opportunities for healthcare providers to differentiate themselves from competitors by designing facilities with a focus on patient comfort and wellness beyond medical treatment.
2. Architecture and Design Industry - Opportunities for design firms to innovate healthcare facility design by incorporating unique structures and layouts to promote a more positive patient experience.
3. Hospitality Industry - Opportunities for hospitality providers to enter the healthcare market by offering non-medical services and amenities within communal healthcare centers.
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