Päivärinne Sanatorium, Hospital and cultural heritage site in Muhos, Finland.
Päivärinne Sanatorium is a hospital and cultural heritage building in Muhos designed following functionalist principles. It features several patient wings with spacious areas, abundant windows for light and air, and communal spaces to support recovery.
The building was created after 1930 when 52 municipalities joined together to construct a modern tuberculosis treatment center. It was completed in 1932, making it one of the first modern facilities of its kind in Finland.
The building shows how Finns in the 1930s designed spaces for healing, with large windows and areas meant to support patient recovery. The design reflects a belief that good light and fresh air were central to treatment.
The facility is large and requires time to explore, as it is spread across an extended property with multiple buildings. It is helpful to plan which areas to visit beforehand to make the most of your visit.
Furniture makers worked with architects to create special items designed specifically for patients at this place. These custom-made pieces show how carefully every detail of patient care was thought through.
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