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Typ
Projektarbete, avancerad nivå
Project Report, advanced level
Project Report, advanced level
Program
Publicerad
2023
Författare
Elisson, Alexandra
Waschek, Mathias
Müller-Zitzke, Paul
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Sammanfattning
The site proposed by the community of
Vadstena for a new primary care center is
characterized by historical aspects such as the
long tradition of healthcare facilities,
topographical by several areas with different
characteristics, sociological by an aging
community and architecturally through clear
vernacular buildings and features, present to
this day.
By adding a a timber top-up and extension to
the existing building we believe to have
accomplished a sensible and simultaneously
ecologic, economic and social worthwhile
transformation. Vernacular elements such as
the existing brick facades, roof type and
general proportions are emphasized by
clearly contrasting with the light post & beam
addition. The addition draws inspiration from
its surroundings and interprets it for a new
expression.
Apart from physical changes we propose a
holistic approach to healthcare that works
health promoting rather than treatment
focused. Apart from ecologic and economic
aspects, we also included the social
standpoint. By empowering the citizens to take
care of all facets of their health, the facility will
aid in taking strain off of the healthcare
system and facilitate the change towards a
more sustainable and efficient health
promoting system.