Health & Social
Psychiatric clinic Münsterlingen
A place for therapy, calm and a sense of structure
With the new Haus T building on the Münsterlingen hospital campus, a place has been created that rethinks therapy in a way that is visible and tangible. As part of a small ensemble with the former pathology building and the municipal hall, it forms a quiet, clearly structured courtyard.
What sets Haus T apart is the interplay of function, design and everyday suitability – visible in clear spatial sequences, warm timber surfaces and the lively cube pattern of Formpark Quadrato in Oak Nature.
Spread across three upper floors, Haus T accommodates around 60 patients. Alongside single and double rooms, the programme also includes lounges and communal spaces for retreat and encounter, as well as therapy areas. The new building can host a wide range of services – from short-term crisis intervention to transcultural care and the treatment of stress-related conditions. The building’s compact, prefabricated timber structure is articulated by four cantilevered corners, a detail that not only supports orientation but also creates a variety of spatial conditions.
Throughout the building, floors in Formpark Quadrato in Oak Nature were installed – a high-quality oak parquet distinguished by its many different installation patterns. Laid in a cube bond, the floor feels calm and orderly, yet still lively. With its 5:1 format ratio, it allows designs that go far beyond classic patterns – ideal for spaces where a special atmosphere is intended. The parquet brings warmth into the rooms, reduces noise and is at the same time robust and easy to care for, making it a fitting choice for a building where people are meant to find calm and come back to themselves.
Location | Münsterlingen (CH) |
Architecture | Scheitlin Syfrig Architekten AG |
Client | Psychiatrische Klinik |
Installation | Scheuermann |
Parquet | Formpark Quadrato, Oak Nature |
Images | Fabian Luterbach |
« The material concept creates a homely atmosphere and deliberately sets the project apart from the typical appearance of hospital buildings. »
Cristina Trofin
Scheitlin Syfrig Architekten
