The Mitford Crematorium addresses the issues of land scarcity and the combustion of traditional cremators with a cremation process involving an alkaline and water solution instead. To complement the function of the building, the theme of ageing was applied through vegetation and facade elements, both of which change over time, short and long term.

The crematorium is situated on a wide landscape populated with dense tree ranges, open fields, and a meandering river. Considering that the crematorium may receive visitors with different purposes, it was important to make a clear path for all, eventually ending at the Garden of Remembrance.