Although any architectural project must ensure the safety and well-being of its occupants, this goal is especially pertinent for healthcare spaces, whose primary occupants are those prone to getting sick or worsening their initial condition. For this reason, its design must not only support medical procedures in their optimal conditions, but also ensure that the environment is kept sterile and clean at all times.
How do materials that fight the growth of pathogenic bacteria work? Is it possible to improve the hygiene and healthiness of an environment without neglecting the aesthetics of the space? We address this question by reviewing the case of Krion® solid surfaces, widely used in the healthcare sector but also in residential, commercial and office projects.
The Importance of Antibacterial Surfaces in Healthcare Architecture
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https://www.archdaily.com/938260/the-importance-of-antibacterial-surfaces-in-healthcare-architectureJosé Tomás Franco
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Architects: Perretta Arquitectura
- Area: 600 m²
- Year: 2017
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Manufacturers: Holcim, Saint-Gobain, CHE Cuerpos Huecos, Idealhaus
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Architects: Perretta Arquitectura
- Area: 246 m²
- Year: 2017
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Manufacturers: Holcim, Saint-Gobain, CHE Cuerpos Huecos, Idealhaus
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Architects: GG Architects
- Area: 22 m²
- Year: 2016
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Manufacturers: Andreu World, AEG, Porcelanosa Grupo, Urbatek
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Professionals: Ultrahogar
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Architects: Fran Silvestre Arquitectos
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Manufacturers: Gamadecor, Gandia Blasco, Porcelanosa Grupo
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Professionals: Construcciones Alabort, UPV
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