The new building of the Uri Cantonal Hospital shows how modern healthcare architecture and finely tuned lighting design together convey warmth, calm and safety. The FEZ free-standing luminaire from BALTENSWEILER supports this claim with soft, cosy light that gives patients and relatives a feeling of security.
Warming light for a healing place: BALTENSWEILER in the Uri Cantonal Hospital
Reference project: Public buildings – Uri Cantonal Hospital – Architecture: Darlington Meier Architekten – Client: Office for Building Construction of the Canton of Uri – Year: 2024
Living with feeling – also in the healthcare sector
Healing places are not created by technology alone. They are created by rooms that calm, offer orientation and give people the feeling that they are in good hands. The new Uri Cantonal Hospital has focussed on precisely this interplay: architecture that combines clarity, light and natural materials.
Wood, coloured exposed concrete and generous window areas create a warm, friendly ambience. The central courtyard allows daylight to penetrate deep into the building and brings nature into the interior spaces.
In the evening hours, precisely designed artificial light takes over the task of creating a sense of well-being. The FEZ free-standing luminaire from BALTENSWEILER sets a calm, atmospheric accent here – a light that carries and calms.
Our consulting philosophy: light that supports people
Lighting design in healthcare facilities is demanding: it must be functional, but also have an emotional impact. It should convey a sense of security, radiate calm and harmonise the daily routine. This is precisely where our advice comes in – sensitive, individualised and with a view to the overall architectural concept.
- Tailor-made: Every room has specific requirements. We develop lighting and furnishing concepts that balance atmosphere and function.
- Personal: We work closely with architects, specialist planners and clients to ensure seamless integration.
- Functional: Healthcare rooms need light that provides orientation and supports everyday life – intuitively operable and efficient.
- Stylish: Brands such as BALTENSWEILER combine technical precision with timeless aesthetics – ideal for places that need to appear both professional and warm.
Showroom experience: light to experience – in Zug and Lausanne
Especially in the healthcare sector, light can hardly be judged on the basis of plans alone. You have to see how it works, how it changes rooms and what emotions it triggers. In our showroom in Zug and in our new location in Lausanne, we present BALTENSWEILER luminaires in vivid, real-life scenes.
- Lighting concepts for patient rooms
- Atmospheric lighting moods for common areas
- Combination of light, furniture, colours and materials
- Comparison of different colour temperatures and dimming scenes
This experience helps clients and planners to make decisions that put people at the centre.
Appointments can be arranged via our contact form – we will be happy to take time for your project.
FEZ floor lamp – warm light for conscious tranquillity
The FEZ free-standing luminaire is used in the patient rooms at Uri Cantonal Hospital – a model that is particularly appreciated for its calm, warm lighting characteristics. It supports a cosy atmosphere and thus contributes significantly to the well-being of the patients.
Gentle lighting effect
The FEZ free-standing luminaire creates a soft, indirect light that calms rooms and makes them appear warmer.
- Pleasantly warm white colour temperature
- Uniform, glare-free light emission
- Ideal for evening hours and rest periods
Cosy presence instead of sterile function
Unlike many typical hospital luminaires, FEZ has a deliberately homely feel – almost like an element from a private interior. This design decision strengthens the character of the room and reduces stress.
Flexible and functional
- Robust materials for everyday use
- Easy to use – ideal for patients and carers
- Timeless, minimalist design from BALTENSWEILER
The FEZ free-standing luminaire is a perfect example of how light can create an atmosphere in the healthcare sector that promotes trust and calm.
FAQ: Lighting advice and showroom for BALTENSWEILER
1. can I see the FEZ free-standing luminaire live in the showroom?
Yes, the FEZ floor lamp and other
BALTENSWEILER products are on display in our showrooms in Zug and Lausanne.
2. is FEZ also suitable for private living spaces?
Absolutely. Thanks to its warm lighting effect, FEZ is ideal for living rooms and bedrooms.
3. do you also advise public property developers?
Yes, we support projects in the healthcare sector, educational buildings and other public facilities.
4 How does an initial consultation work?
We analyse your needs, room structures and usage scenarios and show you suitable luminaires in the showroom. Make an appointment via:
Contact form.
5. can existing hospital rooms be upgraded?
Yes, targeted lighting points such as floor lamps can significantly improve the atmosphere.
6. do you work with external lighting designers?
Very gladly – as in the project with Darlington Meier Architects and the specialist planning department at Uri Cantonal Hospital.
Light that creates trust – experience it live
Would you like to experience how luminaires from BALTENSWEILER can characterise rooms in the healthcare sector, care facilities or private interiors? Then visit our showroom in Zug or our showroom in Lausanne and discover our new location in Lausanne.
Personal consultation appointments can be arranged via our contact form. We look forward to supporting your project with sensitivity, experience and design expertise.
