Situated at the main access point of the premises, the whole building turns towards those arriving. The foyer widens towards the garden and gives a sense of arriving. A large waiting area is planned in the foyer and it will provide direct access to the cafeteria and the ‘garden hall’. On an unconscious level, the adoption of the underlying geometry and orientation of the other institutional buildings creates a strong sense of unity with the new building. From the basic rectangular shape, two courtyards are carved: the north facing welcoming court with two entrances, foyer and cafeteria; and the quiet courtyard of the day clinic that opens towards the garden. A sense of intimacy and ‘inner’ peace is created in this latter garden because
it is at a lower level and the garden pavilion it contains has a light roof.

The building is conceived as a solid construction of reinforced concrete, with occasional brick infilling. The slats give the façade a sense of layering. The slats also serve to integrate the large glass surfaces of the hall and other special areas with the narrow windows of the treatment rooms and apartments. In between the slats, the window casements provide an open view. Thus the façade alternates between openness and closure, depending upon one’s position and perspective.

The highly insulated building shell guarantees low energy consumption. And the minimal building depth
of the compact volume ensure the possibility of natural lighting as well as natural ventilation.