The Therapy differently project represents a comprehensive transformation of the former boiler room in the Sliač Spa a.s. complex into a music therapy center. The goal was to evaluate the abandoned industrial building in a way that respects its original character, but at the same time creates a sensitive environment suitable for sound therapy. It is a unique combination of architectural adaptation, therapeutic function and sustainable design - the result is a space that heals not only with music, but also by staying in it.
The basis of the design is the innovative use of sound as a therapeutic medium in a space with industrial origins. A place that was once used to produce heat is symbolically transformed into a source of mental peace. The volume of the original building has been preserved. The walls are lined with acoustic panels made of organic cotton, which ensure high-quality sound conditions, reduce reverberation and at the same time create a soft, welcoming atmosphere.
The interior layout reflects the needs of music therapy: rooms for individual and group sessions, quiet zones, as well as open areas for interaction or free movement are created. Functionality is ensured through original interior elements that are based on the principles of ergonomics and sensory well-being. Multifunctional seating, storage solutions, the reception desk and furniture are designed from natural materials - mainly wood and cork, which create a harmonious and warm environment suitable for therapeutic work.
At the level of the creative concept, the project works with the emotional depth of space - silence, light, touch and sound are designed as conscious design tools. The design does not rewrite, but interprets the existing architecture. Creativity is manifested not only in the visual representation, but also in working with the senses, in inclusive thinking and in an experience that cannot be rationally measured.
Sustainability is the basic pillar of the entire design. The project is based on the principles of adaptive reuse – not building from scratch, but reshaping what already exists. The materials are natural, renewable and safe for health. Reducing the construction intervention, long-term usability and returning to a slower, more conscious space are a direct response to the environmental and social challenges of today.
Therapy differently is therefore not only an architectural solution, but also an attitude – proof that design can be empathetic, meaningful and sustainable. An abandoned technical space becomes a living, healing place for the future.