Observatory Forensic Pathology Lab
On completion, the new Observatory Forensic Pathology Lab will replace the existing Salt River Mortuary and augment the services provided to the public. The facility has been designed as an all-encompassing institute that includes Autopsy, Body storage, Laboratories, Forensic analysis, Teaching and Administrative facilities. The facility is sited on a 4 900m² portion of land on the doorstep of Groote Schuur Hospital and although it operates independently, it benefits from the mutually beneficial working relationship with the hospital and the University of Cape Town.
The design utilises the existing slope on the site to allow for on grade access on two levels. The building consists of a lower ground-floor storey accessed off the Main Road and the main public entrance and upper ground-floor storey is accessed off Falmouth Road.
Major cognisance was given to ensuring that the design provided a space of dignity for both the visitors and the staff. Considerations such as spaces for reflection, natural light and aspect were integral in the design process.
Observatory Forensic Pathology Lab
On completion, the new Observatory Forensic Pathology Lab will replace the existing Salt River Mortuary and augment the services provided to the public. The facility has been designed as an all-encompassing institute that includes Autopsy, Body storage, Laboratories, Forensic analysis, Teaching and Administrative facilities. The facility is sited on a 4 900m² portion of land on the doorstep of Groote Schuur Hospital and although it operates independently, it benefits from the mutually beneficial working relationship with the hospital and the University of Cape Town.
The design utilises the existing slope on the site to allow for on grade access on two levels. The building consists of a lower ground-floor storey accessed off the Main Road and the main public entrance and upper ground-floor storey is accessed off Falmouth Road.
Major cognisance was given to ensuring that the design provided a space of dignity for both the visitors and the staff. Considerations such as spaces for reflection, natural light and aspect were integral in the design process.