Elderly Daycare Centre

The project introduces a contemporary single story building designed to support elderly citizens through daily care, social engagement, and accessibility. Its open-space concept ensures flexibility, while the east-south orientation maximizes natural light. Outdoor areas with gardens and shaded seating encourage physical activity and social interaction. Parking exceeds required capacity, ensuring easy access. The design integrates architecture, community, and nature, creating a comfortable, inclusive, and sustainable environment for aging in place.

The concept is based on community care, aiming to improve the lives of elderly citizens while avoiding full institutionalization. The building encourages daily social interaction, preserving family and community ties. The open space concept removes barriers, creating flexible areas that adapt to various activities. Living and dining spaces connect to a library, terrace, and garden, promoting daylight and openness. All main rooms face east and south for maximum sunlight in all seasons. Outdoor spaces support activities like games, bocce, and gardening, proven to benefit physical and mental health. The project enhances the neighborhood by providing green public areas and inclusive design. Parking exceeds standards, ensuring accessibility for users, families, and staff.

The structure is a single-story building with a gable roof. Materials are chosen for sustainability, local availability, and low maintenance. Pebble stone from Morača river grounds the building in its context. Silicate plaster ensures durability, while wood adds warmth to interiors and terraces. A plastic-coated metal roof provides cost-efficient protection. Vinyl flooring covers most interior spaces, offering easy cleaning and slip resistance. No suspended ceilings are used, enhancing openness and reducing costs. Energy efficiency is ensured through passive solar design, south-facing glazing with overhangs, PVC windows, solar water heating, and VRV HVAC systems. The result is a cost-effective, durable, and environmentally responsible building.