The design for the rehab centre is based on the characteristics of the vast and open landscape of the Mühlviertel, Upper Austria. Instead of creating isolated playgrounds, typical landscape features like rolling hills, meadows, boulders, wood and trees are combined to form a naturalistic landscape in which playground equipment, hammocks or ping pong tables are integrated. In synergy with the facilities provided indoors, the inspiring and activating environment for children and young adults becomes an integral part of the rehabilitation process.

The project proposes two types of open spaces: an intimate patio on the ground floor and outdoor terraces opening towards the village and its surrounding landscape.

An existing orchard will be extended to surround the medical centre with its vast meadows. Meandering paths will invite inhabitants and visitors for a walk and enable the villagers to have a chat, while creating a shortcut through the site.