akiyoshi takagi arranges orthopedic clinic around urban greenery

akiyoshi takagi arranges orthopedic clinic around urban greenery
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all images courtesy of akiyoshi takagi & associates

this orthopedic surgery clinic in the outskirts of shizuoka, japan seeks to share the surrounding natural landscape with users of the building through the idea of ‘persistent greenery’. designed by akiyoshi takagi & associates, the single storey structure is strategically positioned at a prominent intersection, raising awareness of the clinic among drivers and pedestrians. a surrounding band of greenery creates a buffer zone that separates the building from passing vehicular traffic.

the design seeks to share the surrounding natural landscape with users of the building
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beneath the angled roof plane, rooms are organized according to their program, with functions that require higher ceiling clearance opposing more intimate areas of the plan – such as examination rooms. extended eaves create a specified area for both arrivals and departures, while also allowing congregation beneath the large roof canopy. as part of the design, a tree-lined garden ensures a more comfortable environment for those waiting in the building for friends or family. 

the single storey structure is strategically positioned at a prominent intersection
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a band of greenery creates a buffer zone that separates the building from passing vehicular traffic
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entrance and reception lobby
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beneath the angled roof plane, rooms are organized according to their program
image © daici ano

a tree-lined garden ensures a more comfortable environment for those waiting for friends or family
image © daici ano

extended eaves create a specified area for both arrivals and departures
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the low profile building illuminated at night
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project info:

location: hamamatsu, shizuoka, japan
principal use: orthopedic clinic
site area: 3,080 sqm
building area: 609.29 sqm
total floor area: 498.97 sqm
structure: reinforced concrete, steel
architect: akiyoshi takagi / akiyoshi takagi & associates
structural engineer: akira suzuki / asa
mechanical engineer: hiroyuki yamada / ymo
lighting designer: izumi okayasu / izumi okayasu lighting design office
landscape architect: hiroshi yanagihara / mindscape
general contractor: suyama construction
photography: daici ano