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Grandview Medical Center in Birmingham, Alabama
In October 2015, the new Grandview Medical Center opened in Birmingham, Alabama to replace the old Trinity Medical Center. Finding a location and building the facility was quite the process. It took seven years from inception to completion, but the center consists of a 930,000-square-foot hospital, a million-square-foot parking garage, and a 220,000-square-foot professional office building.
There is a two-story lobby which features a waiting area with acoustical ceiling tiles (to absorb sound), durable terrazzo floors and stain-resistant upholstery on the furniture. There are 30 ORs and 72 ICU beds and the NICU has private rooms with sleeper sofas for parents and caregivers. The design takes advantage of stellar views to the east and west from all patient rooms, while a hospitality aesthetic and local artwork were used throughout.
Healthcare Design Magazine has an article and photos on this “Grand” new center. To view the photos and read the article, click here
A prominent reception desk by the main entry welcomes patients and visitors. There is a textured panel behind the desk with wood-look laminate panels on the desk, a balcony above, and a quartz countertop which add warmth and texture while being easy to maintain. Photo: Kieran Reynolds.
The openness of the lobby establishes clear lines for easy wayfinding. The dining area is visible from the main entry point and has direct access to the open courtyard. Photo: Kieran Reynolds.
Custom artwork was installed on the headwalls of labor, delivery, and recovery rooms. All patient rooms feature vast views of the surrounding area, while pieces depicting local scenes were curated from Birmingham artists and used throughout the building. Photo: Kieran Reynolds.
Private NICU rooms include sleeper sofas so that parents or caregivers can spend the night with the infant, with nurse charting stations located between every two rooms for a clear sightline inside. Photo: Kieran Reynolds.
Source: Healthcare Design Magazine
