This housing unit designed for special needs occupancy, has been guided by the idea of creating a cosy space for the occupants, along with a comfortable housing and care environment.
In the housing unit for people with intellectual disabilities located in Haukkala, Jyväskylä, particular attention has been paid to the year-round accessibility of the yards for people with reduced mobility, with both nature-assisted and everyday activities in mind.
The flatness of the plot provides a good basis for unobstructed mobility, both outdoors and indoors. The buildings enclose a peaceful courtyard with themed garden plots, and together with the floor plans of the buildings, create a varied and activating living environment.
The wooden-framed and board-cladded buildings with their rolling ridged roofs and the courtyard with its gardens create a comfortable and safe living environment for the residents.
