The aim of this master‘s thesis is to design and elaborate project documentation for the reconstruction and extension of an existing building intended for use as a residential care home. The building is located within the built-up area of the municipality and follows the existing development. The design responds to the need for accessible and barrier-free housing for seniors, with an emphasis on functional operational layout, clear spatial orientation for users, and high-quality connections to the surrounding environment.
The building is designed as a combination of the original structure and a new extension, with an emphasis on the clear distinction between the existing and new constructions while maintaining overall architectural coherence. The project includes residential units for seniors to increase the capacity of the facility, shared spaces, as well as technical and service rooms. The main entrance is designed as barrier-free, with direct connections to social and waiting areas.
The load-bearing structural system of the original building is preserved, while the new part is designed as a masonry structure made of ceramic blocks with reinforced concrete floor slabs. The building is founded on concrete strip foundations. The roof structure of the new part is designed as a flat single-layer roof with a green roof system. The proposal emphasizes technical feasibility, compliance with accessibility requirements, fire safety, energy efficiency, and the long-term sustainability of the building.