This presentation will explore the critical role of lighting in healthcare settings, reviewing new evidence of the impact of smart lighting solutions on healthcare outcomes, staff engagement and energy use in acute and residential healthcare settings. We will look at the science behind the hype and real-world examples of smart lighting installations in the UK… Read more »
Since its adoption in October 2023, the NHS NZC Building Standard aims to drastically reduce the operational and embodied carbon emissions impact of it’s estate. In this presentation, we reveal project examples of how the Standard has impacted estates teams, designers and contractors.
Explore the principles of designing for dementia, and how we can specify products that ensure an inclusive environment that improves safety, wellbeing, comfort, and memory.
Focussing on mindful design, Health Spaces will give an overview of the design programme with East & North Hertfordshire NHS Trust to create an exceptional environment delivering outstanding experiences for patients and staff, and a world-class vascular service. From early stakeholder workshops to collaboration with technology partners.
1. More Than a Hospital: Catalysing Urban Regeneration MMUH is more than just a healthcare facility; it is a catalyst for the urban regeneration of Smethwick and the surrounding areas. This project leverages a significant investment to revitalize the local community, enhancing economic activity, improving public spaces, and fostering a sense of community. Our masterplan… Read more »
A discussion on the successful delivery of best practice for inpatient and outpatient mental health services in the community. Looking at how collaboration between the service and the community can bring benefits to all parties and break down stigma. The talk will look at the clinical brief, engagement, the design response and the construction to… Read more »
The pressure on the built environment due to escalating costs means that every m2 must be accounted for. The priority of the clinical requirements for the patients, bedrooms, outpatients rooms and the clinical support required means that the environment for the staff is often squeezed and omitted. Often leading to ill fitting, substandard staff spaces…. Read more »
A recent report by The King’s Fund titled, ‘Moving care closer to home’, calls for an increased focus on delivering care in local settings such as community trust hospitals and community diagnostic centres. It argues that this long-held vision is still far from being achieved, and that the system remains centred around hospitals and emergency… Read more »
We propose to lead a presentation on the completed Paterson Building, a research laboratory development at The Christie Hospital in Manchester. The realised project, handed over mid 2023, was commissioned by CRUK, The Christie NHS FT, and University of Manchester. IHP, the joint venture between VINCI Building and Sir Robert McAlpine and its supply chain… Read more »
The National Rehabilitation Centre (NRC) will provide clinical, physical, and mental rehabilitation facilities for those who have suffered brain or physical trauma. The project will contribute to patient wellbeing and facilitate their recovery in a world class facility. The NRC will be a national resource for learning and healthcare which is underpinned by the partnership… Read more »
