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New surgical tower is largest addition to UNC Health campus in Chapel Hill

Construction on UNC Health’s North Carolina Surgical Hospital, the largest addition to the Chapel Hill campus since it was built in 1952, was recently completed. The seven-story, 375,000-sf structure houses 26 operating rooms, four of which are hybrid size to accommodate additional equipment and technology for newly developed procedures. 




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Healthcare Facilities

From hospitals to research facilities, healthcare buildings are essential to the health of the world’s population, as well as medical innovation. Designing these structures requires a delicate balance of technical requirements with the needs of doctors and patients, but when done right, these designs can save lives.

Healthcare Facilities | Mar 29, 2019

Former grocery store becomes a cancer care center in New Jersey

Francis Cauffman Architects (FCA) designed the adaptive reuse project.

Healthcare Facilities | SmithGroup | Mar 27, 2019

Working to reduce HAIs: How design can support infection control and prevention

For many health systems, seeking ways to mitigate HAIs and protect their patients is a high priority.

Healthcare Facilities | HMC Architects | Mar 6, 2019

What is the role of the architect in healthcare data security?

Safeguarding sensitive data is top of mind for healthcare administrators across the country, and, due to the malicious intents of hackers, their security efforts are never-ending.

Healthcare Facilities | Feb 20, 2019

A new hospital in Qatar reflects local culture in its design

Three ceramic-clad sails transport its exterior.

Healthcare Facilities | Jan 31, 2019

First phase of SickKids campus redevelopment plan unveiled

The Patient Support Centre will be the first project to comply with Toronto’s ­Tier 2 Building Standards.

Healthcare Facilities | Dec 12, 2018

Almost Home Kids opens third residence in Illinois for children with health complexities

Its newest location is positioned as a prototype for national growth.

Healthcare Facilities | NAC Architecture | Dec 7, 2018

Planning and constructing a hybrid operating room: Lessons learned

A Hybrid operating room (OR) is an OR that is outfitted with advanced imaging equipment that allows surgeons, radiologists, and other providers to use real-time images for guidance and assessment while performing complex surgeries.

Healthcare Facilities | Nov 30, 2018

As telehealth reshapes patient care, space and design needs become clearer

Guidelines emphasize maintaining human interaction.  

Healthcare Facilities | NAC Architecture | Nov 7, 2018

Designing environments for memory care residents

How can architecture decrease frustration, increase the feeling of self-worth, and increase the ability to re-connect?

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