SELECTED LOCATION
Inspiration
As the pressures of academic life intensify, the mental well-being of university students has become a critical concern. The Healing Center at the university is dedicated to reducing stress and promoting wellness through a variety of activities and serene spaces designed to help students relax and rejuvenate. Inspiration comes from the increasing number of Thai students seeking ways to manage stress and improve their mental health.
This area is close to nature and have a ot of good view. This plas is good to be a place for relax and therapy by using the advantage from nature. Moreover, This area get natural light all day but not that mush hot because there is no building that hide the ventilation.
ACCESSIBILITY TO THE BUILDING
This site is full of nature, trees, pond etc. but there is no access that can be seen directly.
Issue that reach people to get mental health
Healing Center (n.) - Stress-reducing space for people as a respond to high stress level that have been happened in present time.
TARGET USERS
The design of healing space provides a place for people to sit or doing any activities that ruduce their stress.
The design concept focused on creating space atmosphere as a home and detached from the crowded
CONCEPT
“ MIND JOURNEY”
Create adventure path to blow the mind (release the stress by jouney on the path)
DIAGRAM
Art Therapy
Art therapy is a therapeutic practice that utilizes the creative process of making art to enhance physical, mental, and emotional well-being. It provides a non-verbal outlet for expressing emotions and exploring one's inner experiences, making it particularly beneficial for those who struggle to articulate their feelings through words. Guided by a trained therapist, individuals engage in activities such as drawing, painting, or sculpting, which can help release pent-up emotions, reduce stress, and foster self-awareness. Art therapy is widely used in various settings, including hospitals, schools, and mental health clinics, offering a unique and powerful means of healing and personal growth.
Music Therapy
Music therapy is a clinical practice that uses music interventions to achieve therapeutic goals, facilitated by a trained professional. It helps individuals express emotions, reduce stress, and enhance cognitive functions through activities such as listening to music, playing instruments, and songwriting. This therapy is particularly effective for those who struggle to articulate their feelings, providing a non-verbal means of communication and emotional release. Widely used in various settings like hospitals, schools, and mental health clinics, music therapy promotes emotional well-being, relaxation, and cognitive health.
Meditation
Meditation involves focused attention and mindfulness practices that calm the mind and reduce stress. Techniques such as deep breathing, guided imagery, and progressive relaxation help lower heart rate and blood pressure, promoting a state of relaxation. Regular meditation practice can enhance self-awareness, reduce anxiety, and improve emotional health.
Yoga
Yoga combines physical postures, breathing exercises, and meditation to promote relaxation and reduce stress. The physical aspect of yoga improves flexibility, strength, and balance, while the controlled breathing and meditation aspects calm the mind. Yoga encourages a holistic approach to well-being, integrating body, mind, and spirit.
Exercise
Physical exercise is a powerful stress reducer. Activities such as walking, running, swimming, and strength training release endorphins, the body's natural mood lifters. Regular exercise improves overall physical health, boosts energy levels, and enhances sleep quality. It also provides a healthy outlet for releasing built-up tension and frustration.
1. Music and instruments room
2. Dancing room
3. Performance room
4. Meditation room
A. Yoga
B. Medatate
C. Massage
5. Fitness
6. Art studio
A. Sculpting
B. Drawing
C. Painting
D. Group session studio
7. Cafe
8. Multipurpose room
A. Activities room
B. Communication room
9. Art gallery
10. Library
11. Middle garden
12. Administration room
13. Storage
14. MDB room
15. Public Toilet
ROOF
Material usage is shingle roof which proper to a curve shape or distort shape.
East side is flat roof where people can walk on it and take veiw of nature
There is the space between shigle roof and flat roof so, This space will let nature light go through. Adding glass for protecting rain
Roof structure
Wooden beam, curve along the shape. thinkness are 125 mm* 50 mm
room
Wall and Window
Wall is concrete with wooden texture finish.
There are big window on the wall to gain natural light, natural view. Moreover, It can help to reduce turning on electricity.
Water supply Tank and pump room
water tank
Column and Floor
Column made from wooden with size 30 cm.
Floor is reinforce concrete, Finish with different wooden texture
Structure and Mechanical Diagram
