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S. Risakotta

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Master thesis (2026) - S. Risakotta, J.H.A. Macco, B.M. Jurgenhake
This project explores how a paediatric rehabilitation centre can become an active part of everyday community life rather than an isolated healthcare facility. Located in Houtwijk, The Hague, the design combines rehabilitation, education, sports, and social functions within a single environment shared by children undergoing rehabilitation and neighbourhood residents.

The project is guided by five design principles: therapeutic play, child friendly scale, connection to nature, visual connections, and social interaction. These principles are translated into the concept of the Hero’s Journey, where rehabilitation is reimagined as a process of exploration, challenge, and growth. The building is organised around two spatial conditions: the Ordinary World, containing structured and functional programmes, and the Special World, a landscape-like environment where play, therapy, and social encounters overlap.

By embedding rehabilitation within shared spaces for movement and discovery, the project promotes physical development, social inclusion, and meaningful interaction between children and the surrounding community. ...
Student report (2025) - S. Risakotta, V. Baptist
This thesis explores the overlooked role of the Women’s Advisory Committees (VAC) in post-war Dutch social housing. Through case studies of the RVS flat and Malieklos, it analyzes the VAC’s influence on functionality, spatial layout, and flexibility, revealing their lasting impact on contemporary housing design. ...