Born­holms Hospital

MAJOR ENERGY RENOVATION PROJECT

When:

2017

Where:

Rønne

M2:

7200

Builder:

Region Hovedstaden

In 2017, Born­holm Hospi­tal was modern­ized and energy reno­vated to super low energy+. Ther­mal bridges in the exist­ing concrete and brick build­ing have been removed by an exte­rior climate screen reno­va­tion. This involved new windows, doors and more insu­la­tion. The reno­va­tion provides indoor climate improve­ments for the bene­fit of patients, rela­tives and employ­ees. There is evidence that south-facing bedrooms and lots of daylight provide a shorter treat­ment time.

Bornholms Hospital 1 | Bjerg Arkitektur

SOLAR CELLS AS AN INTE­GRATED AND AESTHETIC PART OF THE FACADE 

Solar cells do not need to be hidden away on the roof. On the other hand, they can become an integrated and aesthetically pleasing part of building facades – as here at Bornholm Hospital. The facade design was developed together with the company Solar Lab, which supplied the PV panels. The sunlight is reflected on the long facades, which at the same time replace a facade covering. The special panels reflect small specific spectra (colors) of the sunlight, so that the viewer gets a varying view of the facade, which changes color in line with the circadian rhythm and season.

It gives the facade struc­ture and substance.
The hospi­tal has become a beacon when arriv­ing by boat or plane, or moving around Rønne — not only for health but also for how we will use the sun as our only sustain­able energy source in the future.

Bornholms Hospital 3 | Bjerg Arkitektur
Bornholms Hospital 5 | Bjerg Arkitektur