چكيده به لاتين
The architectural heritage of a region embodies its history, identity, and cultural values. In Yazd, this heritage is a reservoir of enduring patterns and sustainable design solutions that have evolved over centuries. In the contemporary world, preserving and promoting vernacular architectural elements and integrating them into modern structures pose significant challenges. Yazd, renowned for its distinctive architectural patterns harmonizing with the desert environment, magnifies this challenge. Hospitals hold a unique place as sites for the provision of care and treatment to individuals, including those whose bodies or minds may be affected. In hospital architecture, a central focus is placed on human beings and addressing their needs. Unfortunately, in our country and many parts of the world, medical facilities are designed and operated in ways that, instead of facilitating treatment and recovery goals, foster environments that increase patient tension and stress. Patients with physical-motor disabilities and those in need of rehabilitation often endure extended hospital stays, profoundly affecting their physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Consequently, they require environments that offer comfort and mental tranquility. The incorporation of vernacular architectural patterns into healthcare environments results in spaces that alleviate stress and expedite the recovery process. Traditional architectural features prioritize aspects like natural ventilation, passive cooling, lighting, and harmonious engagement with nature. Leveraging these features can create a therapeutic environment that enhances physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Despite Yazd's rich architectural heritage, contemporary healthcare spaces frequently overlook these traditional elements. The primary challenge in establishing a rehabilitation hospital lies in preserving and seamlessly integrating vernacular architectural patterns, paying homage to cultural identity, and potentially enhancing the treatment environment and patient experience to meet the demands of modern medicine.
Focusing on the historical city of Yazd, celebrated for its unique vernacular architectural patterns, this research aspires to design a rehabilitation hospital seamlessly infused with these patterns, bridging tradition with contemporary healthcare needs. The principal aim is to craft a rehabilitation center that not only adheres to medical standards and patient requirements but also perpetuates the rich cultural legacy of Yazd. This project encompasses a deep dive into the history and architecture of Yazd, gaining insights into its distinctive physical and cultural elements that can be harnessed in hospital design. The research methodology employed here is a systematic review, employing a predefined search strategy to identify a wide array of scholarly sources, including articles, books, documents, and related publications. The results of this research encompass the recognition of Yazd's vernacular architectural patterns and the formulation of architectural design solutions rooted in these patterns, considering the triple structure of vernacular architecture (physical, functional, semantic).
