Youth centre

Centrum Jeugd is a youth centre in Breda that offers care to children aged 0-12 years and to youth aged 12-18 years. Here, a wide range of disorders are treated.

Centrum Jeugd provides outpatient treatment, clinical care, KITT (kind intensieve training thuis / child intensive training at home) and day treatments with special education. The form and intensity of care is tailored to individual needs and capabilities. In the new centre, the treatment of children and youth is combined, unlike the care of adults and the elderly. This centre is located in an urban area in Breda, promoting integration with society.

A safe haven

Located at the front of the site is the building housing the outpatient clinic, the day treatment services and the school. The clinic is situated on the south side of the site. Between these two buildings a private outdoor space has been created, a Brink. This is the domain for the children, youth and staff. The buildings are slightly rounded in design so that the private, embracing nature of the Brink strengthened. Creating a personal and secure area for residents was at the core of the design. Inviting and open to occasional visitors and a temporary home for children and youth who stay several months.

Sustainability

By applying soil heat, concrete core conditioning and low-energy lighting, among others, the design for GGz Breburg in Breda is highly sustainable. In 2021, GGz Breburg received the 'Green Deal Healthcare' sustainability certificate. The aim of the Green Deal is to improve the environmental performance of current care institutions and possibly extend it to other locations. EGM architects also designed the Muiderslot expansion using sustainable materials (reused where possible), heat pumps, LED lighting, an entrance hall with semi-climate control and a wooden construction.