The very detailed planning process for this eastern Danish psychiatric regional hospital in Slagelse for 194 patients was characterised by innovation and a desire to construct a first class complex which supports patient care and recovery.Simplicity pervades the new complex, coupled with the recognition that architecture which aids healing for patients is based on classic ingredients such as light and shade, materials, colours and green landscape elements. However, simplicity is not just about...

“Not only that, but at Zoeftig, we’re hugely conscious of our environmental responsibility. Landscape was therefore designed in accordance with the 14006 Standard in EcoDesign, meaning all components are made from recyclable materials.” When Batlle i Roig Arquitectes and its experimental design partner, Emiliana Design Studio, needed an expert in seat production to bring its new bench design to life, they turned to the Figueras Group. The result of this three-way...

Another beautiful collaboration between Barrisol, the world leader in stretch ceiling and remarkable lingerie designer, Chantal Thomas. Together they have created a unique lighting piece that once again proves how versatile Barrisol really is. Part of the Luminaire collection designed by Chantal Thomass for Barrisol®, in association with Osram®, this butterfly gives off a soft light, creating an enchanting atmosphere. Featuring a dimmer switch, it can also produce a much stronger...

Designed in the shape of an '8', the new school building in Bochum is part of the school centre in Bochum-Wiemelhausen. Amorphous forms also characterise the interior and are reflected by a sophisticated ceiling design. The required products were made by ceiling manufacturer Vogl Deckensysteme in Emskirchen. It won the "Schulbaupreis NRW 2013" prize which the state of North-Rhine Westphalia awards for new school buildings. Sound absorbing and air purifyingThe installed acoustic design...

Ahead of its 20th years anniversary, House of Ports decided to build a new office. The ambition with the new office was to connect the company´s various competences in a new way. This idea resulted in a round building with short distances between the company´s departments.The entrance floor is cladded with Gustafs Ribs and Panels in birch, acoustically adapted to the curved shape of the room.The building is certified as a Green Building with an energy use far below the Swedish...