THE INTERNATIONALLY AWARDED TAMPERE PSYCHIATRIC HOSPITAL HAS BEEN NAMED THE BEST HEALTHCARE BUILDING OF THE YEAR AT THE BUILDING BETTER HEALTHCARE AWARDS 2025.
The project represents the next generation of healing environments where architectural quality, evidence-based design and solutions that support patient recovery come together.
The hospital has been designed and delivered in collaboration with C.F. Møller Architects.
The building accommodates 13 wards across three floors. It includes 182 single rooms and 2 double rooms, as well as an outpatient clinic, a 24/7 emergency unit, therapy facilities and a public café. The hospital is connected to the rest of the campus via an underground tunnel.
At the heart of the design is a clear and safe layout organized around an internal street. Private, calming spaces, communal areas, and a diverse range of indoor and outdoor environments together form a holistic setting that responds to the needs of both patients and staff.
Thanks to its carefully positioned courtyards, the building opens up to abundant natural light and green views – elements proven to support mental wellbeing and recovery. Its location on the TAYS campus enables a seamless care pathway, offering patients access to comprehensive treatment and research.
Design priorities:
• Evidence-based design
• Support for a comprehensive care pathway
• Connection to nature
• Sustainable material choices
• Nordic values emphasizing humanity and dignity
