Hôpital des Enfants (CHUV)

The new children's hospital is located in the centre of Lausanne University Hospital (CHUV). It has 71 inpatient beds in a setting designed especially for 0-18 year olds and their families. The hospital is characterised by its striking silhouette. The prominent urban corner at the junction of Rue du Bugnon and Esplanade is highlighted by a six-storey building. It houses both the main entrance to the paediatric hospital and access to an integrated metro station. The eastern section of the 180-meter-long building is terraced lower to preserve sightlines to and from the maternity clinic to the north.

An important element of the concept is the rooftop garden on the lower part of the building, designed as a green oasis. Serving both as a therapy and rehabilitation space, it supports the well-being and recovery of young patients. As children are usually accompanied when they come to the hospital, the project prioritizes a family-friendly design. The patient rooms are designed to accommodate two children and their parents, with a modular layout that can be adapted to different space requirements.