Bricks for Health

International design competition, Finalist

 

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Situated in rural Africa, the design of this paediatric clinic model seeks to implement a contemporary approach towards an age old building technique through developing a sustainable form of construction and reintroducing the use of earth as a serious building material. The utilization of adobe bricks keeps the importation of costly building materials to a minimum. At the same time, using local materials and reviving indigenous construction techniques can provide long term employment and training opportunities to local communities.

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Climatic consideration influenced the building‘s form and choice of materials. On the ground floor cool air from the gardens cross-ventilates the building. On the upper floor air flows freely between the roof and the ceiling, ensuring moderate room temperature.