The Pavilion of Internal Medicine is a major medical facility, designed through an international architectural competition. The project, meticulously developed by Hradec Králové University Hospital, has become a benchmark for large-scale hospital construction.

In 1999, the hospital launched a design competition for the new Internal Medicine Pavilion. The goal was to create a functional monoblock that would connect the surgical and oncology pavilions into a cohesive complex.

Unlike the original master plan, we positioned the new pavilion perpendicular to the hospital’s main axis, creating a unified architectural composition—a decision that led to winning the competition.

The pavilion introduces a spacious urban concept, echoing the historic layout of the old hospital campus. The clear spatial organization and efficient circulation paths meet the expectations of physicians, while the building adheres to strict technological and operational requirements.

A groundbreaking feature of the pavilion is its innovative interior color scheme, which was unprecedented in Czech hospitals at the time. This optimistic design later influenced other healthcare projects.

The five-story pavilion (with one underground level) consists of two connected structures. Due to challenging geological conditions, it was linked to other hospital buildings via elevated walkways.

A distinctive clock on the entrance facade contrasts with the historic clock on the White Tower in Hradec Králové’s city center. Patients enjoy a unique view of this historic landmark from their hospital rooms, fostering a connection to the city’s cultural heritage.