Helsinki (FI) winner
Jonna Taegen (FI)
Kia Taegen (FI)
Ristiniementie 40 c 20,
architect
student in architecture
02320 Espoo, Finland T. +358 503516992 jonna.taegen@taegenarchitects.com www.taegenarchitects.com
188 Concept of the project
Asclepeion Team point of view Adaptability is the quality of a space that can be easily modified with the changing needs of the surrounding environment. The site consists of two historical hospital areas, which are still in healthcare use. The aim is to make the site more accessible, visible and effective. New buildings are integrated into the historical environment. In future, the hospital area will be more open to its surroundings, becoming a vibrant, multifaceted part of the city; a fine urban mix of both housing and healthcare functions. This mix of functions includes new housing concepts for senior citizens and recovering mental health patients. The standardized buildings and the rhythm of open and closed spaces generate spatial complexity and an urban structure that is flexible and adaptable.
Illustration of the main axis, Health Pathway
Plan of the area
Historical development and phasing
Jury point of view The project is extremely rational and consistent, elegant but bordering on the formalistic. The new street named “Health Route” starts from Nordenskiöldinkatu, enters the hospital area, and creates an impressive central axis for both the new and old buildings. The history of the area and the original pavilion hospital typology are highlighted in a logical fashion and the currently somewhat secretive and hidden campus is opened up to welcome the general public. The project creates a meaningful dialogue between new and old.
Illustration of the hospital´s main lobby
