Maria Goretti Respite Centre | van Dijk Architects
An eight bedroom short-stay care home for sick children. Lordship / Ireland / 2014
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This building gives an opportunity for sick children and their families to take respite from their daily duties. The concept of the building was to give protection and a feeling of security to its users so that they may feel calm and rejuvenated once again. On arrival, you are greeted by a large canopy that gives immediate shelter from the elements. Eight rooms are arranged around a central courtyard that allows children to play freely and securely while promoting visual interaction with the interior of the building.
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This building gives an opportunity for sick children and their families to take respite from their daily duties. The concept of the building was to give protection and a feeling of security to its users so that they may feel calm and rejuvenated once again. On arrival, you are greeted by a large canopy that gives immediate shelter from the elements. Eight rooms are arranged around a central courtyard that allows children to play freely and securely while promoting visual interaction with the...
- Year 2014
- Work started in 2011
- Work finished in 2014
- Main structure Masonry
- Client Maria Goretti Foundation
- Contractor PJ & EJ Doherty Limited
- Cost €1,000,000
- Status Current works
- Type Hospitals, private clinics / Nursing homes, rehabilitation centres / Wellness Facilities/Spas
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