Allied Health Care - 2001 Space Odyssey meets late nineteenth century Victorian’ (Melbourne) |
Wednesday, 06 August 2008 |
Let’s face it, most conventional medical interiors aren’t exactly
attractive. In fact, it wouldn’t be surprising to discover that most
people are allergic to the blandness and sterility of clinic interiors.
Well the new Allied Health clinic in Melbourne, proves that it IS
possible for health and design (and a bit of fun) to go hand in hand.
Accommodating
the rather unusual combination of podiatry, physiotherapy, pathology,
dietetics and psychology, the clinic feels like ‘2001 Space Odyssey
meets late nineteenth century Victorian’. Designed by the
Melbourne-based studio Chameleon Architecture,
the interior juxtaposes elements of heritage, science and future.
Ornate period details like crystal chandeliers, cornices, skirting
boards and ceiling roses provide a classical backdrop. Exploring the
idea of the medical as molecular, large glossy white molecules or
futuristic pods are planted throughout the clinic, serving as
consultation suites. Once inside the suite/pod, the mood changes again.
The interior of the pod, from the walls, ceiling, floors to joinery, is
clad entirely in plywood stained with a clear lacquer which enriches
and emphasises the grain of the wood. So instead of looking pale under
the normally cold and harsh light of clinical spaces, visitors here are
instantly bathed in a warm, healthy glow without any treatment having
even begun. - Jeanne Tan
|
design 
Delicious
Technorati
Digg
Stumble