Healing architecture meets maritime inspiration
Inspired by the charm of the Baltic Sea, sandy and blue hues and nautical details create a special atmosphere.
Photos: Cordula Feck
The new
interdisciplinary unit 11.2.B at the Greifswald University Medicine demonstrates
what modern healthcare architecture can look like today, with a strong emphasis
on well-being, functionality, and design. The forward-looking project of ppm
and Home2be was realised in cooperation with partners such as Keuco.Because: Health doesn't start with
therapy - it starts with the quality of stay.
The
interior design of the new station is inspired by the Scandinavian lagom
principle: not too much, not too little – just right. It describes a way of
life characterised by balance, which is deeply rooted in Swedish culture.
Inspired by the charm of the Baltic Sea, sandy and blue tones, maritime details
such as ship decks, portholes, and brass accents, along with carefully
considered lighting, create an atmosphere that offers comfort and promotes
healing. Here, a stay should feel like a day by the sea. Numerous Keuco products
are used in the bathrooms and functional areas of the new station.
Fully equipped bathrooms
In the
washbasin area, the Edition 400 fittings not only set visual accents, but also
offer an ease of use. They are complemented by the iLook_move cosmetics
mirrors, which can be flexibly adapted to individual needs with their movable
swivel arm and five-fold magnification. The Plan disinfectant and soap
dispensers ensure hygiene. They are functionally integrated into the design. Ixmo
fittings ensure clear lines and precise water regulation in the accessible
showers.
Focus on safety and comfort
Moll
corner shower baskets provide practical storage space with a timeless design,
while Plan grab bars ensure the necessary safety for patients, in line with
accessible architecture. Axess bathroom stools are available to provide
flexible seating options.
Of
course, safety and comfort are also in focus in the toilet area. Plan Care
drop-down supporting rails promote independence and are seamlessly integrated
into the overall design.
Awarded atmosphere
A
showcase project with a signalling effect: Private Health Insurance (PKV)
awarded the ward top marks - proof that medical excellence and emotional
well-being don't have to be contradictions. The selection of high-quality
products such as those from Keuco has created a space that not only
functions well but also resonates – with a clear claim to design, function and
durability. In station 11.2.B of the Greifswald University Medicine, they
become part of an overarching concept that demonstrates: Architecture can
contribute to healing and well-being.
