Psychiatry unit at Odense University Hospital

Safety is a keyword in the development of the 20,000 sqm psychiatric unit that will include eight wards with a total of 142 beds. As the psychiatric unit of the future, OUH will provide the best possible framework for people in vulnerable situation. Here, everything from easy access to nature, the downscaling of the building structure, and the use light and warm materials, such as wood, will lead one’s thoughts away from the traditional, clinical hospital and instead create a safe and homely atmosphere to the patients’ benefit.

The new psychiatric unit is arranged so that different degrees of social interaction are offered for patients, relatives, and staff. From individual private bedrooms and screening niches to open corridors and common rooms, spaces and opportunities have been created for the patient to choose both peace and recovery, but also informal meetings and conversations as needed. In addition, several rooms and a roof terrace are dedicated to the staff, where they, as the primary support for the patients, can relax and recharge.