The Danish Centre for Particle Therapy is the most advanced radiotherapy centre to date in Denmark. The project is awarded for its innovative approach to healthcare architecture. In its assessment, the jury highlights how Link arkitektur has created a humane and welcoming environment for users and staff, accommodating the highly complex treatment and advanced equipment.

Duane Passman, Director of 3Ts and jury member says that the winning design defines “a relatively simple facility in conception, but an obviously massively complex in function.”

“The rich combination of daylight and multi-floor spaces creates clarity for wayfinding,” says Jean Mah, Principal and Healthcare Planner at Perkins + Will and also a jury member.

In addition, the building's exterior is highlighted by the jury.

“The design concept expression of the major functions through the massing of the building, reinforced with the distinctive use of materials, engages the patient and visitor in the treatment experience even before entering the building,” says Jean Mah.

“Healthcare architecture should be an aesthetic experience, where a somewhat sterile processing environment is toned down in favor of a sensory perception and spatial experiences. We know that architecture plays a major role in the patients ' course of treatment, says Mette Dan-Weibel, Director of Healthcare in Link arkitektur A/S.

General contractor for the construction is Hoffmann. Link’s advisory team consists of Alecia and the Dutch company Royal Haskoning. The Centre is expected to welcome the first patients in 2018.