WHERE CARE, RESEARCH, AND EDUCATION MEET
The task
Radboudumc is a university medical center for patient care, research and education, based in Nijmegen. Radboudumc aims to be at the forefront of shaping the health and healthcare of the future.
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Radboudumc East Wing location
The East Wing focuses on patients with chronic conditions and long-term care needs. Various disciplines work together intensively here, with a focus on the person as a whole. The East Wing houses departments including Rehabilitation, Physiology, Medical Psychology, Psychiatry, Transgender Care, and the Parkinson Expertise Center.
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ZENBER Architecten has designed a new, welcoming, accessible, and future-proof outpatient clinic. In close collaboration with the Radboudumc team and IAA Architecten, the design for the “midlife renovation” was brought to life. The East Wing is a place where patients and their loved ones feel welcome, where staff can work comfortably, and where there is plenty of space for interaction, collaboration and exchange of knowledge.
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"The outpatient clinic is a low-stimulus environment where comfort and tranquility are key"
About this project
OUTPATIENT CLINIC
The ground floor houses the outpatient plaza, featuring various consultation and examination rooms. This is a low-stimulus environment where comfort and tranquility are key. The design is based on Evidence-Based Design and Healing Environment principles. Creating a single, shared outpatient clinic strengthens collaboration and synergy. The spaces are therefore designed to be as generic and flexible as possible, allowing for cross-departmental use.
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CONNECTED TO NATURE
Nature serves as a key source of inspiration. Earth tones, soft shapes, natural light, and views of greenery create a calm and warm atmosphere. The Radboudumc campus is located on the Heyendael green estate: patios, natural light, and sightlines strengthen the connection between indoors and outdoors. At the same time, the open layout ensures clear visibility, easy orientation, and accessibility, while providing plenty of space for privacy and a sense of security.
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RECOGNIZABLE ELEMENTS FROM THE HABITAT
Nature as an inspiration is also reflected in the graphic design of the outpatient clinic. ZENBER Architects has created wall-to-wall illustrations specifically for the East Wing, inspired by the local habitat. This is expressed through four recognizable themes: leaves, flowers, feathers, and small flying creatures. This graphic art helps create a sense of calm and serenity among patients, providing a “positive distraction.”
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"Wall-to-wall illustrations inspired by the habitat"
Highlights
COLLABORATION AND KNOWLEDGE EXCHANGE
Patient care, research and education come together in one integrated environment.
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SHARED USE
Flexible and multifunctional spaces support a variety of users and activities.
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GREEN CAMPUS
Indoors and outdoors are connected, contributing together to health, comfort and well-being.
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EVIDENCE-BASED DESIGN AND HEALING ENVIRONMENT
Evidence-Based Design and Healing Environment are key principles of the design. With a focus on privacy, comfort, safety, tranquility and security, alongside visibility, autonomy, openness and interaction.
Credits
WHERE CARE, RESEARCH, AND EDUCATION MEET
The task
Radboudumc is a university medical center for patient care, research and education, based in Nijmegen. Radboudumc aims to be at the forefront of shaping the health and healthcare of the future.
‍
Radboudumc East Wing location
The East Wing focuses on patients with chronic conditions and long-term care needs. Various disciplines work together intensively here, with a focus on the person as a whole. The East Wing houses departments including Rehabilitation, Physiology, Medical Psychology, Psychiatry, Transgender Care, and the Parkinson Expertise Center.
‍
ZENBER Architecten has designed a new, welcoming, accessible, and future-proof outpatient clinic. In close collaboration with the Radboudumc team and IAA Architecten, the design for the “midlife renovation” was brought to life. The East Wing is a place where patients and their loved ones feel welcome, where staff can work comfortably, and where there is plenty of space for interaction, collaboration and exchange of knowledge.
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About this projct
OUTPATIENT CLINIC
The ground floor houses the outpatient plaza, featuring various consultation and examination rooms. This is a low-stimulus environment where comfort and tranquility are key. The design is based on Evidence-Based Design and Healing Environment principles. Creating a single, shared outpatient clinic strengthens collaboration and synergy. The spaces are therefore designed to be as generic and flexible as possible, allowing for cross-departmental use.
‍
CONNECTED TO NATURE
Nature serves as a key source of inspiration. Earth tones, soft shapes, natural light, and views of greenery create a calm and warm atmosphere. The Radboudumc campus is located on the Heyendael green estate: patios, natural light, and sightlines strengthen the connection between indoors and outdoors. At the same time, the open layout ensures clear visibility, easy orientation, and accessibility, while providing plenty of space for privacy and a sense of security.
‍
RECOGNIZABLE ELEMENTS FROM THE HABITAT
Nature as an inspiration is also reflected in the graphic design of the outpatient clinic. ZENBER Architects has created wall-to-wall illustrations specifically for the East Wing, inspired by the local habitat. This is expressed through four recognizable themes: leaves, flowers, feathers, and small flying creatures. This graphic art helps create a sense of calm and serenity among patients, providing a “positive distraction.”
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"The outpatient clinic is a low-stimulus environment where comfort and tranquility are key"
CONNECTION, SYNERGY AND COLLABORATION
The upper floors house the 24-hour care bedrooms, laboratories, training rooms, research facilities, and office spaces. These areas feature modern, high-quality facilities designed to support efficient workflows. Sharing these facilities encourages research and exchange of knowledge.
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SUSTAINABILITY AND FLEXIBILITY
The renovation aligns with Radboudumc's broader sustainability goals. Sustainability is at the heart of this project, reflected in the use of energy-efficient technologies and sustainable materials. Furthermore, flexibility has been integrated into the design to ensure the building can adapt to future changes.
"Wall-to-wall illustrations inspired by the habitat"
Highlights
COLLABORATION AND KNOWLEDGE EXCHANGE
Patient care, research and education come together in one integrated environment.
‍
SHARED USE
Flexible and multifunctional spaces support a variety of users and activities.
‍
GREEN CAMPUS
Indoors and outdoors are connected, contributing together to health, comfort and well-being.
‍
EVIDENCE-BASED DESIGN AND HEALING ENVIRONMENT
Evidence-Based Design and Healing Environment are key principles of the design. With a focus on privacy, comfort, safety, tranquility and security, alongside visibility, autonomy, openness and interaction.
Credits