Nursing Care Center Zurich

The area is located northwest of the center of Schüpfheim. The care facility, as an integrated part of the village, reflects a rural structure. The WPZ (Wohn- und Pflegezentrum) represents the landscape of the location and connects the parts of the village and the landscape together. The surroun- dings of WPZ reflect the historical developments of the area. The WPZ surroundings become a meeting place for young and old alike. As part of the cultural trail, the center narrates the cultural landscape history of the village. The character of the outdoor space corresponds to the understanding of safety, the demand for self-determined living, and individually tailored care provided by the WPZ.

Designed by Hosna Pourhashemi

The entrance area of the nursing care center impresses with spacious outdoor dining and a green park-like atmosphere that opens towards the village. The restaurant terrace offers an attractive view of the entrance area, the sports field, and the church. A front pond creates a relaxing space to enjoy the flora and fauna. The north side provides seating for staff and a community garden. An accessible pathway connects the nursing home with the residential building and offers various stations for play and physiotherapy. The pathway integrates the municipality‘s cultural trail and offers diverse landscape views. Delivery, waste disposal, and access are efficiently organized, and the tree landscaping follows the Celtic tree calendar and the religious significance of the landscape. Sustainability and ecological diversity are promoted through diverse plantings.