Description:
The community of Lethbridge celebrated the grand opening of the new addition to Chinook Regional Hospital, one of two major facilities servicing the communities of southern Alberta.
Perkins&Will, in association with Group2 Architecture, designed the new addition to respond to the vernacular and scale of the site, complementing the existing building while creating a fresh, modern element that defines a new main entry and takes advantage of technological and materials advancements. Uniquely designed with a narrow floorplate, the new addition both maximizes daylighting and optimizes workflow.
The addition allows natural light into the majority of occupied spaces through light scoops along the central spine, clerestory windows, glass floors and glazing into the various departments. The landscaped courtyard and roof terrace provides onsite respite gardens that promote healing and a connection to nature, enhancing the circadian rhythm. [1]
Responding to the vernacular and scale of the site, the design of the addition complements the existing building while creating a fresh, modern element that defines a new north entry and takes advantage of technological and materials advancements. LCRH is the first healthcare project in Canada to use the USGBC-LEED for Healthcare rating system. Balanced with the practical concerns of a healthcare building, the design is targeting a LEED-HC Silver status and incorporates local, sustainable and healthy material choices wherever possible. [2]
References
[1] “Chinook Regional Hospital Addition Opens in Lethbridge.” Canadian Architect, June 30, 2016. https://www.canadianarchitect.com/chinook-regional-hospital/.
[2] “Chinook Regional Hospital.” Group2, July 22, 2020. https://www.group2.ca/projects/healthcare/chinook-regional-hospital/.
Additional Information
“Chinook Regional Expansion.” Edge, December 15, 2020. https://edgesustainability.com/project/chinook-regional-hospital/.
Chinook Regional Hospital (CRH) Renovation and Expansion – SMP Electrical Engineers. Accessed June 9, 2021. https://www.smpeng.com/portfolio/healthcare/crh.html.
“Chinook Regional Hospital by Group 2 Architecture+ Interior Design.” Architizer, August 10, 2018. https://architizer.com/projects/chinook-regional-hospital/.
“RJC Project Details.” RJC Engineers. Accessed June 9, 2021. https://www.rjc.ca/project-details/chinook-regional-hospital-renovations-and-addition.html.
Project Title: Chinook Regional Hospital
Artists: Perkins&Will, Group2 Architecture
Year: 2015
Place: Lethbridge, AB
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