Day-Clinic

Project idea

Hospitals and healthcare facilities play a crucial role in urban areas as they provide essential medical services to citizens. With the rise of global pandemics and the growing need for continuous healthcare, there is an urgent requirement to reevaluate and prioritize the design of hospital spaces. The concept of biophilic design, which focuses on the connection between human spaces and nature, has garnered significant attention in architectural discussions. Studies show that incorporating natural elements into healthcare environments can have a positive impact on patient outcomes, reducing stress and promoting emotional well-being.

Project description

The primary goal of this project is to assess the effectiveness of biophilic architecture in healthcare settings, specifically in the design of the Dey Clinic adjacent to Karaj's Seyed Al-Shohada Hospital. The objectives include: Evaluating the cultural shift towards reconnecting individuals with natural patterns and processes through spatial design. Humanizing healthcare spaces and enhancing patient empowerment through nature connectivity, thereby reducing stress, alleviating pain, and improving emotional well-being.

Technical information

After selecting the site and evaluating its location, the initial design concept involves using central courtyard patterns in various forms. The combination of these patterns aims to create diverse spaces, incorporating biophilic patterns alongside hospital standards. The design utilizes a modular approach with dimensions of 10 by 10 meters. Specific attention has been given to internal spaces and the required relationships within the therapeutic environment. Central courtyards are integrated within the volume, expanding on each floor. This central feature utilizes vertical space to create an artificial waterfall. The presence of water in the central space enhances visual and auditory connections for space users, facilitating a connection with water and providing necessary humidity for plant growth. The prepared volume includes a brick and mesh shell, designed to meet the climatic needs of Karaj's cold climate. Visually, the interior users can observe materials that are harmonious with human nature, providing shadows and semi-shadows throughout the space. These elements induce dynamism and sensory experiences, contributing to reducing stress and creating a soothing environment.