Martini Pavilion, Groningen
The Martini Pavilion is situated in the green inner courtyard of the Martini Hospital which has a direct connection to the main entrance hall. The design consists of rounded shell like forms which is in contrast with the form of the surrounding linear hospital. Due to the structure the building is light and allows many views to the inner garden. An outdoor terrace offers direct access to the inner gardens where one can wonder around on the many pathways. The interior has a comfortable lounge like atmosphere which can be used by patients, personnel and visitors to relax or for a variety of other social activities such as presentations or even concerts. This project arose from a need to have a place where one can briefly escape to from the hospital environment and relax. The project was worked out using a fully integrated Revit BiM model.
This building recently won 3rd prize in a local Groningen architecture award. Follow this link for more information
Martini Pavilion wins 3rd Prize 2015 Groningen architecture award
Extract jury report:
“The third prize goes to the building, according to the jury, that has a surprisingly nice and pleasant interior. It is a sensation that does not exist in many ot the other nominated projects. What is striking is that it is not a typical answer to spatial and programmatic requirements. The project is also convincing because despite it’s ‘closed’ surroundings in manages to create it’s own place and atmosphere.The jury praised the persuasive overlapping volumes.”
WEBSITE: DAG VAN DE ARCHITECTUUR GRONINGEN – JURY REPORT (Dutch)
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Martini Pavilion nominated for the architecture award 2015 Groningen
This Pavilion is situated in the inner gardens of the Martini Hospital in Groningen and has been nominated for the local architecture award 2015. The project is competing with 12 other projects in the city of Groningen and will try to get the most public votes until the 19th of June when the result of the election will be published. A professional jury will also make a choice of their three favourite projects. The election is part of the yearly Day of Architecture. So if you would like to vote for this project please click on the link below.