Clinic Building, School of Health and Society
Salford, UK
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Project overview
A community-driven design prioritising healthcare, education and sustainability
Designed to transform healthcare accessibility and education, the new Clinic Building at The University of Salford will be a welcome addition to its expanding School of Health and Society. In line with its sustainability objectives, the building aspires to achieve BREEAM Excellent and WELL Platinum accreditations.
This innovative project will support the training of future healthcare professionals whilst addressing the NHS’ workforce challenges. Providing facilities for Podiatry, Prosthetic and Orthotics and Sports Rehabilitation and a Gait Lab analysis on the ground floor.
The building prioritises inclusivity and accessibility through equity of access, trauma-informed design and thoughtful consideration for neurodiversity. The Clinic Building has also been designed for use by the wider community as part of the social prescription network. Enabling all people in need of health and wellbeing services access to these state of the art facilities.
Our vision for the project is to create a versatile space that can thrive for generations to come. The clinic, which is the first of a number to be delivered for the school, will link directly to subject areas, complementing placements in local NHS Trusts and providing students with meaningful learning opportunities.”
Robert Hopkins
Project Lead and DirectorMasterplan
Settling into the wider university masterplan
Sustainability
A commitment to environmental, economic and social sustainability
In minimising its carbon footprint, the building has an ambitious embodied carbon target. This includes emissions from producing, transporting and constructing building materials, aiming to decrease its overall environmental impact across its entire lifecycle.
It will also integrate state of the art technologies such as rooftop photovoltaic panels and rainwater harvesting systems. Designed with biophilic principles, our design will seamlessly blend with its natural surroundings, fostering a sense of harmony and wellbeing.
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Biophilic design
Prioritising the health and wellbeing of staff, students and the community
To fulfil the purpose of the building, it was essential that we shaped a space that inspires, rejuvenates and connects patients and health professionals to nature. Incorporating biophilic design principles into the building was key to achieving this.
We have included greenery into the spaces, the touch of leaves and the aroma of plants, to create a more healing and nurturing environment.
Additionally, to enhance physical and mental wellbeing, reduce stress, foster creativity and promote better social connectivity, we integrated natural elements, such as an exposed timber frame and an indoor forest.
To further enhance overall wellbeing within the space, accessible external areas such as roof terraces, greenhouses, shared gardens for therapy space or general use and walking paths are also incorporated to uplift moods and reduce stress by encouraging interaction with the outdoors.
Design approach
Promoting inclusivity, accessibility and the wellbeing of its users
community facilities
Redefining healthcare through inclusive design
At the heart of our vision is a commitment to community focused healthcare. Straying from the often-times impersonal settings of traditional healthcare facilities, our design will provide clear, welcoming entrances and calming elements such as natural light and soothing colours, to reduce patient anxiety and improve the overall experience.
In addition to providing essential medical services, the building will provide the opportunity for research partnerships and therapeutic sessions, fostering collaboration and innovation within the community.
By offering on-site public services, the clinic will address health and social inequalities, reduce waiting times and increase accessibility the healthcare for the wider community.
To ensure the building truly meets the needs of every department within the clinic and reflects a shared vision with the local community, we also conducted extensive stakeholder engagement sessions.
This involved a public engagement period where both members of the public and university staff and students could learn more about the proposals, offer feedback and ask questions.
key information
Project summary
Client
Aecom Ltd
University of Salford
Location
Salford, M6 6NY
Size
5,500 m2 gross internal area
Environmental
BREEAM Excellent (Targeting)
WELL Platinum (Targeting)
Includes
Facilities for Podiatry, Prosthetic and Orthotics and Sports Rehabilitation
Gab Lab analysis
Training spaces for healthcare professionals
Shared spaces for therapy or general use
Consultation and examination rooms
Shared gardens and greenhouses
Roof terraces
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