Medical center "LA BRECHE" / SUBWAYARCHITECTURE Labo-M SRL / Wallonie-Bruxelles Architectures / Wallonie-Bruxelles Architectures

Medical center "LA BRECHE"

Programe: ChatGPT
Primary Care Medical Center.

In broad terms, this primary care medical center comprises the following team members:
Physicians, physiotherapists, a dispensary, psychologists, social workers, welcoming staff for young parents...

The entire building is accessible to people with reduced mobility.

The entire building is energy-efficient and sustainable.
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About: In the heart of Châtelet, Place Wilson is undergoing a transformation thanks to an innovative project designed to become the long-awaited rallying point for the local community. Witness to the vicissitudes of time and urban transformations, this once vibrant square has seen its alleys fade away and its dwellings deteriorate. Only the medical center, at number 32, persists as a vital landmark for the neighborhood residents, offering not only healthcare but also a meeting space.

Drawing inspiration from neighboring facades, the new building seamlessly integrates into its environment, avoiding dominating the square and surrounding dwellings. A low-pitched roof, echoing the heights of the surrounding structures, preserves the visual and spatial balance of the square. During the design process, particular attention was paid to the materiality of the project, drawing inspiration from the varied color palette of the square. Aware of the constraints related to energy standards and the complexity of implementing brick cladding, the team opted for a lightweight and efficient insulation coating. White, chosen as the dominant color, blends easily with the warm and varied hues of the square, creating a soothing and elegant visual continuity.

This ambitious project, despite its modest budget, transcends the mere realm of architecture to become a true catalyst for urban revitalization.
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