Rotating building at Inselspital, Bern

The Rochadegebäude has four floors, each measuring 990 m². The project used 1,700 tons of building materials and 212 separate modules measuring 3 × 6 meters. When necessary, the modules were combined into larger rooms, particularly for physiotherapy.

The modules are grouped around a two-shaft elevator unit made of monolithic concrete and two stair towers, which provide additional rigidity and the necessary seismic resistance. Part of the structure is mounted on a steel frame, under which there is a passage for ambulances and other service vehicles.

The total implementation period from initial contact to handover was 15 months, including 7 months of construction work on site.

Key features of the project

• The building was previously used as a retirement home in Muttenz.
• Relocation to Bern and expansion by 800 m²
• 4 floors