Nursing Home Las Fountetos - Saissac

A home rooted in its landscape

Built on a gentle, natural site marked by wetlands and greenery, the new facility embraces the surrounding landscape as part of its identity. Designed mainly on a single level for ease of access, it will welcome 75 residents across nearly 4,300 sqm, offering:

• Specialized units tailored to age-related needs, including a secure Alzheimer’s unit
• Private rooms that open generously onto nature
• Inviting spaces for care, relaxation, community life and encounters
• An independent logistics hub to ensure smooth and respectful day-to-day operations
  
  

Nature at the heart of the healing process

Here, nature plays a dual role: therapeutic and climatic.
Therapeutic gardens, patios, a shaded esplanade and pathways encourage gentle movement, sensory stimulation and quiet contemplation. These natural sanctuaries also contribute to thermal comfort, offering cool and soothing retreats for the most vulnerable residents.

A humane and sustainable architectural vision

Las Fountetos is designed as a warm and welcoming place, where architecture serves both people and the planet.
The project features:

• A gentle, site-sensitive design that follows the contours of the land
• Locally sourced, bio-based materials — wood, clay tiles and light-coloured renders
• Thoughtful orientation to maximize natural light and minimize energy use
• A fluid and intuitive layout that encourages interaction and social connection

More than just a care facility, Las Fountetos aspires to be a home in the fullest sense — a nurturing place where dignity, human connection and a deep bond with nature define everyday life.