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Doncaster children's unit gives upbeat feel.

Jonathan Baillie

Health Estate

|November 10, 2010

Summary

A new children's unit at Doncaster Royal Infirmary features a bright design using Hi-Macs solid acrylic. This innovative material forms complete circular shower units, enhancing the ward's aesthetic and functionality.

Area of Science:

Healthcare Design
Materials Science in Architecture

Background:

Doncaster Royal Infirmary's Women's and Children's Hospital underwent refurbishment to create a new children's unit.
The unit integrates single and multi-bedded wards, observation/assessment facilities, and high-dependency beds.

Purpose of the Study:

To describe the innovative design and material application in a new children's healthcare unit.
To highlight the use of LG Hausys' Hi-Macs solid acrylic material in a healthcare setting.

Main Methods:

Extensive refurbishment of an existing floor within the Women's and Children's Hospital.
Application of LG Hausys' Hi-Macs solid acrylic material for interior finishes and fixtures.
Construction of complete circular shower units using the specified acrylic material.

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Main Results:

The children's unit achieved a bright and uplifting atmosphere through the use of Hi-Macs.
Hi-Macs was successfully utilized to create seamless, circular shower enclosures, a novel application for the material.
The material choice contributed to the overall aesthetic and potentially the hygiene of the new unit.

Conclusions:

The successful implementation of Hi-Macs solid acrylic demonstrates its versatility in healthcare environments.
Innovative material applications can significantly enhance the patient experience and facility aesthetics in children's wards.
The project showcases a successful integration of modern materials in refurbishing healthcare infrastructure.