Melanie's love for people has always fuelled her passion for design, a cornerstone of her approach to both life and design. She thrives on the connections forged through shared experiences inspiring her to create spaces that reflect the unique identities of individuals while also fostering a sense of connection. Melanie's confident and vibrant personality radiates through her work, infusing each project with a sense of fun and playfulness. With an innate ability to think outside the box, she fearlessly explores innovative design concepts, with a deep interest in research and context.
With a more architectural approach, her personal style is a fusion of contrasting elements, blending large structures with delicate items to create visually seamless compositions. She revels in the interplay between harsh and soft textures, believing that the juxtaposition adds depth and intrigue to any space. Moreover, Melanie recognizes the significance of ergonomics in design, ensuring that functionality seamlessly integrates with aesthetics.
SAINT MAURICE SANATORIUM blurs the distinction between healthcare and hospitality. Drawing on twentieth century modernist sanatoriums, this is a space used to heal, restore, and revitalize what ills the body, with a focus on injury prevention. Amidst the Swiss Alps, its setting embodies the essence of healing through nature. Benefiting from Switzerland's hottest thermal springs, it offers treatments for rheumatic, dermatological and musculoskeletal ailments, highlighting the physical, psychological, and emotional wellbeing of its users.
On arrival, guests receive personalized medical examinations at the on-site clinic where tailor-made treatments will accompany each visitor's personal diet and exercise program. The building creates exterior and interior architectural walks while framing the landscape with diverse and unique spaces.
The Saint Maurice Sanatorium is a retreat from the rigors of city life, the contemporary disease being stress, a space that encapsulates the healing of the body through rest. Ultimately, the perception of hospitals moves towards creating a less clinical visual presence within healthcare tourism.