Naval Hospital, Bremerton, Washington

Area of Science:

• Architecture
• Healthcare Design
• Hospital Planning

Background:

• The need for seamless integration between new and existing hospital structures.
• The importance of creating welcoming and functional spaces in healthcare environments.

Purpose of the Study:

• To explore the architectural concept of using a nautical quarterdeck form for a hospital atrium.
• To describe how this design connects a new family-care wing with an existing hospital.

Main Methods:

• Architectural design conceptualization.
• Spatial planning and integration strategies for healthcare facilities.

Main Results:

• A unique atrium design inspired by a nautical quarterdeck has been developed.
• The design effectively links the new family-care wing to the existing hospital.

Conclusions:

• The nautical quarterdeck-inspired atrium provides a distinctive architectural solution for hospital expansion.
• This design enhances connectivity and potentially the patient experience within the healthcare facility.