Infirmary of Feldkirch (Siechenhaus)
Restoration of a building, first mentioned in 1350 used for the care of people stricken with leprosy. The building consists of a massive main structure, a later built north addition and an enclosing addition at street side. Adaption for the use as youth hostel.
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Project details
Title: | Infirmary of Feldkirch (Siechenhaus) |
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Entr. year: | 1994 |
Result: | Diploma |
Country: | Austria |
Town: | Feldkirch |
Category type: | architectural heritage |
Building type/ Project type: | Medical building/facility |
Former use: | Leprosarium; apartment building |
Actual use: | Youth hostel |
Built: | 14th century |
Architect / Proj.leader: | Helmut Rainer, Archiect (Feldkirch - AT) |
The Jury's citation: | "Für die vorbildliche denkmalpflegerische Erhaltung des ehemaligen Siechenhauses und die behutsame Umwandlung in eine Jugendherberge" |
Web, Links: | www.oejhw.at/od/junge_hotels/vorarlberg/feldkirch_/ |
Description:
Restoration of a building, first mentioned in 1350 used for the care of people stricken with leprosy. The building consists of a massive main structure, a later built north addition and an enclosing addition at street side. Adaption for the use as youth hostel.
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