to the hospital environment and experience. This hospital design ignored the stereotype and conceptualised the landscape as the centre of the building’ s design.
The landscape comprises five internal courtyard gardens on two levels and five external garden spaces, with specific functions that relate to the programming of the hospital.
Conclusion While the design of the NMCH set out to create a pioneering children’ s hospital within
Johannesburg, the design pushes the envelope of what should be expected from a paediatric facility. Going above the functional requirements, the building creates a unique and welcoming environment for all users, helping to reduce the fear and anxiety young patients experience during their time in hospital.
Furthermore, it aspires to be a place of healing, connected with nature and the surrounding city- a commendable project dedicated to the legacy of Mandela’ s endearing commitment to the lives, and futures, of all children.
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