Life Vincent Pallotti

Voluntary Psychiatric Hospital

Date:  November 18, 2020

Tags:  Healthcare, Architects in Cape Town

Project Type:  Healthcare
Location:  Cape Town, South Africa

Project Summary

This 72-bed unit is the first of its kind to deliver psychiatric treatment in a hotel type environment with patient enjoying the luxuries of single ensuite bedrooms. The design is focused around a central courtyard with views over Table Mountain and surrounds. The primary activity and relaxation spaces are arranged on the ground floor around a courtyard maximising the use of internal and external space and natural light. All inpatient rooms are housed on the floors above in units that allow for flexible use and easy control for staff.

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