Doruk Nilüfer Hospital, designed by Sözüneri Architecture and ZOOM TPU, is located in Bursa.
Doruk Health Group is a well-established organization operating in the health sector in Bursa since 1998. It is not only a local healthcare institution, but also aims to combine its vision of growth with the fields of architecture and design. A collaboration with Prof. Dr. Zeynep Kahveci was initiated to realize these goals. – Detailed processes such as planning stages, space layouts and circulations carried out in line with the project briefs were realized together with Prof. Dr. Zeynep Kahveci. Following the planning phase, the design process began, with the lobby area in particular being of great architectural significance.
The lobby was designed as an area that attracts attention with its structural richness. The visual communication potential of the circulation area offered a wide field of creativity to the design. The columns of the lobby, extending from the ground floor to the mezzanine floor, are integrated into the building as a strong structural element. In addition, the gallery space starting from the ground floor provides access to the stairs leading down to the basement floors, which increases the integrity of the space and visual communication.
During the design process, the structural structures, seating elements, benches and lighting systems in the interior were designed in a parametric flow. Fluid surfaces define the main elements of the design by creating a shell that completely envelops the space. The interior is located in a unique parametric flow with lighting surfaces created with unrepeated panels made of precast material. The marble floor on the lobby is designed in the form of a vortex that grows and shrinks algorithmically. The hydrotherapy pools for men and women are analyzed with similar design principles. In the waiting areas, the nature effect is maximized with interior gardens. Seating elements have a design that integrates with the space and a holistic approach is adopted throughout the hospital.
Polyclinics and patient rooms are designed to maximize the use of daylight. Lighting designs are considered as a part of the structure and a holistic approach is adopted instead of implant elements. In all counter solutions, soft and fluid forms are preferred, harmonizing with the general concept and adopting a human-oriented design approach.