The special challenge in Halle-Kröllwitz was to integrate the existing clinic, built in the 70s, into the new complex.It was necessary to reorganize the urban space: The old and the new parts of the clinic were linked by a four-storey connecting axis, where all the important vertical and horizontal ways are concentrated. The new parts of the clinic are situated south of the existing buildings along the main axis. They form an original new ensemble which follows the topography of the site on different terraced levels. Therefore it was possible to continue the regular work in the clinic during the entire building period because the old clinic was hardly influenced by the construction of the new parts.
The entire composition divides the required space into eight four-storey volumes and links them with green spaces. The central connecting axis enables a clear orientation within the building. The large amount of rooms with direct access to the outside creates a light and friendly atmosphere for patients and employees and guarantees a very high level of natural ventilation.The complex is reached through the entrance hall in the west which is well connected to the public transport system. In the hall various services are provided for patients as well as for visitors. The buildings for teaching and research are situated in the east and can be reached by separate entrances.
The research facilities have a size of 3000 square meters, divided into 18 modules. Each of the modules offers interdisciplinary research spaces which meet the requirements of the temporary projects of the university. Here one can for example find a radionuclide laboratory with a double door system and other laboratory areas designed according to the genetic engineering security guideline. The functional column grid enables a flexible room pattern in all the areas of the clinic. The chosen modules are variable according to the room program: They can be built separate of the weight-bearing construction and therefore be adapted to any changes of use without any problems.
| University Clinic Halle-Kröllwitz (D) building costs approx. 174 million EUR start of construction 1999 completion 2003 floor area 64,500 sqm
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