EYE CARE PRACTICE
WIENER NEUSTADT
Type: ophthalmologist´s office
Category: interior architecture and design
Year: 2024
Photography: Matej Hakar
Client: Dr. Schlanitz & Dr. Pelzer-Spalek
The former practice location was neither optimally designed to meet patient needs nor spacious enough, prompting the decision to relocate.
The new practice is now situated on the first floor of a multifunctional center near Wiener Neustadt train station, providing enhanced accessibility. Originally intended for a fitness center, the space features a distinctive curved façade, along with structural pillars, beams, and a specialized ventilation system.
The design of the new practice offers a seamless flow for patients, guiding them from the reception area through three distinct waiting zones into various examination rooms. These rooms are built using timber frame construction with clay panels and clay plaster, which not only elegantly defines the spaces but also fosters a warm, welcoming atmosphere and enhances air quality.
A glazed buffer zone facing the façade adds a layer of privacy while serving as a staff corridor connecting different rooms. This lushly planted area includes a meeting space and a back office, offering patients calming views that promote relaxation during their visit.
The practice’s furnishings and equipment embrace a sustainable, circular design philosophy. Office furniture was refurbished to a high standard and paired with sustainably sourced wooden elements, creating an aesthetic that blends comfort and environmental responsibility.
This new practice is a thoughtful example of how circular design can cultivate a refined, high-quality environment that benefits both patients and staff.
The reception’s semi-open structure facilitates a more relaxed interaction with patients. The central location provides the staff with a clear view and easy access to all three waiting areas.
The examination rooms are strategically positioned within the space, taking into account existing structural conditions such as height restrictions and spatial limitations caused by beams and columns.
The large waiting area is situated above a bustling outdoor space, offering patients a pleasant distraction as they pass the time watching the activity below while waiting for their appointment. This design elements and the greenery enhance the waiting experience, making it more engaging and less stressful for patients.
The zone between the building’s glass facade and the private ordination spaces serves as a green buffer. Creating a transition between public space and private areas.
Patients enter the examination room with a view of the greenery. For certain examinations, it is necessary to close the curtains to create a darker environment, ensuring the appropriate conditions for specific medical examinations.
The furnishing is a combination of new and refurbished elements.
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